Anti-Tragus Jewelry
Shop anti-tragus jewelry for the small ridge of cartilage just above your earlobe. Choose 16G curved barbells with CZ gem, ball, or spike ends in titanium and 316L surgical steel, or a small captive bead ring once you've healed.
16G Titanium Curved Eyebrow Ring - Spike Ends, Multiple Colors
Material: G23 Titanium Gauge / Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 5/16" (8mm) Spike Size: 3mm Style: Externally Threaded Colors: Black, Rose Go...
View full details16G Titanium Curved Eyebrow Barbell - CZ Gem Balls
Material: G23 Titanium, Cubic Zirconia Gauge / Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 5/16" (8mm) & 3/8" (10mm) Ball Size: 3mm Threading Style: ...
View full details18G/20G Surgical Steel Captive Bead Ring - Fixed Ball
Material: Surgical Steel Gauge / Thickness: 20G (0.8mm) & 18GA (1mm) Diameter: 1/4" (6mm), 5/16" (8mm) & 3/8" (10mm) Ball Size: 3mm S...
View full details16G Surgical Steel Eyebrow Ring - Spike Ends
Material: Surgical Steel Gauge / Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 3/8" (10mm) Spike Size: 3mm Threading Style: Externally Threaded A 16 gauge...
View full details16G Titanium Curved Eyebrow Ring - 3mm Spike Ends
Material: G23 Titanium Gauge / Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 5/16" (8mm) Spike Size: 3mm Threading Style: Externally Threaded A 16 gauge G...
View full details16G Titanium Nose Ring - 3mm Gem Ball
Material: G23 Titanium / PVD Coated Gauge: 16GA (1.2mm) Inner Length: 5/16" (8mm) & 3/8" (10mm) Ball Size: 3mm Style: Gem Ball / Captive ...
View full details16G Titanium Curved Eyebrow Barbell - Gem Ball Ends
Material: Titanium Gauge / Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 5/16" (8mm) & 3/8" (10mm) Ball Size: 3mm Threading Style: Internally Threaded ...
View full details16G Surgical Steel Eyebrow Ring - Curved Design with Ball Ends
Material: Surgical Steel Gauge / Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 5/16" (8mm), 3/8" (10mm), 1/2" (12mm) Ball Size: 3mm Style: Externally Threa...
View full details16G PVD Coated Steel Curved Eyebrow Barbell - CZ Gem
Material: Surgical Steel, PVD Coated Gauge / Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 5/16" (8mm) & 3/8" (10mm) Ball Size: 3mm Style: Externally T...
View full detailsAnti-Tragus Piercing Jewelry
Why Curved Barbells Suit the Anti-Tragus
The anti-tragus is a small, curved ridge, and a curved barbell follows that curve so both ends sit close to the ear. That shape puts less pressure on the piercing than a straight bar and keeps the jewelry from pointing outward. Our curved barbells have screw-on ends, so you can change from a simple ball to a CZ gem or spike without changing the bar.
Titanium or Surgical Steel
Titanium curved barbells are nickel-free and lightweight, which helps a cartilage piercing that reacts to other metals. Choose titanium with CZ gem balls, spike ends in silver, gold, rose gold, and black, or 3mm spikes. Surgical steel anti-tragus barbells come with ball or spike ends, and a PVD black version with a CZ gem. For a hoop, try the 16G titanium ring with a 3mm gem ball or an 18G/20G captive bead ring.
Anti-Tragus Jewelry Sizes
Anti-tragus piercings are commonly done at 16G. A 5/16" (8mm) curved barbell fits most healed piercings, and 3/8" (10mm) gives extra room in thicker cartilage or while swelling settles. Not sure of your size? See our body jewelry gauge size chart, or ask your piercer to confirm your gauge and fit.
Anti-Tragus Jewelry FAQ
Why are these anti-tragus barbells listed as eyebrow rings?
A curved barbell is the same piece of jewelry whether it's worn in an eyebrow, rook, snug, or anti-tragus, and many shops list it under the eyebrow name. Our 16G curved barbells fit the anti-tragus; just pick the length that suits your piercing.
Can I wear a hoop in my anti-tragus?
Yes, once it's fully healed. A small hoop like the 16G titanium ring with a 3mm gem ball or an 18G/20G captive bead ring can hug the ridge. Curved barbells are the usual choice while it heals, since they move less. Ask your piercer if you're unsure about switching.
How do I change the ends on a curved barbell?
Wash your hands, hold the bar steady, and turn the end counterclockwise to unscrew it. Screw the new end on clockwise until it's snug, and check it every few days, since ends can loosen with wear. Do it over a towel or a closed drain so small ends don't get lost.