What is a tragus piercing, does it hurt and how long does it take to heal? Check out Cosmopolitan's handy guide to the ...

From the helix to the daith, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to piercing placement these days – but if you're new to the ear party, it's likely the tragus is first on your list.

Share on Pinterest Erdal Islak/Getty Images The tragus of the ear is the thick piece of flesh that covers the opening of the ear, protecting and covering the tube that leads into the internal ...

The tragus is a small pointed area of cartilage on the inner side of the external ear. Situated in front of the entrance to the ear, it partly covers the passage to the organs of hearing.

The tragus piercing sits on the little piece of cartilage that juts out in the center of your ear, and it’s the perfect place to wear either something small, like a gem or stud, or a statement ...

Today, ear piercings are a common fashion statement and a way to express yourself. From simple lobe piercings to conch and tragus piercings, there are many options to choose from. Here's ...

“Each ear is unique.” Ear piercing dates back to ancient times, but popular piercings in recent decades have gone beyond the lobes, including the tragus (pointed cartilage in front of the ear ...

Courtesy Maria Tash As for the tragus, due to its focal point on the ear and equally subtle look, it's a fave piercing that suits both a simple stud and a small hoop, and with its close proximity ...