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Forward Helix Jewelry

Shop forward helix jewelry for the small fold of cartilage where the top of your ear meets your face. Choose 16G flat-back labret studs in titanium and 316L surgical steel with CZ gems, opals, jeweled balls, or spikes, plus a tiny captive bead hoop for a healed piercing.

16G surgical steel labret stud with prong-set cubic zirconia gem for lip piercing, available in various lengths and gem sizes.
16G surgical steel labret stud with prong-set cubic zirconia gem, available in multiple lengths and sizes for comfortable wear.
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16G Push Pin Surgical Steel Labret Stud - CZ Gem

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Material: Surgical Steel, Cubic Zirconia Gauge/Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Length/Size: 1/4" (6mm), 5/16" (8mm), 3/8" (10mm) Ball/...

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16G titanium labret stud with 3mm cubic zirconia gem, internally threaded design for a secure fit and comfort
16G titanium labret stud with clear cubic zirconia gem, internally threaded design for comfortable lip piercing.
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16G Titanium Labret Stud - CZ Gem

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Material: Titanium Gauge / Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 1/4" (6mm), 5/16" (8mm) & 3/8" (10mm) Ball Size: 3mm Style: Internally Threade...

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16G surgical steel labret stud with prong set CZ gem, available in multiple lengths and ball sizes for customizable style
16G surgical steel labret stud with prong set cubic zirconia gem, featuring an internally threaded design for comfort and smooth insertion
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16G Surgical Steel Labret Stud - CZ Gem

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Material: Surgical Steel Gauge: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 1/4" (6mm), 5/16" (8mm) Ball Sizes: 3mm, 4mm, and 5mm Threading Style: Internally Thread...

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16G surgical steel labret stud with opal gem, internally threaded design for comfortable lip and cartilage piercings
16G surgical steel labret stud with opal gem, internally threaded design for comfort in lip and cartilage piercings
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16G Surgical Steel Labret Stud - Opal Gem

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Material: Surgical Steel / Opal Gauge: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 1/4" (6mm), 5/16" (8mm) & 3/8" (10mm) Ball Size: 3mm Threading Style: Interna...

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20G surgical steel captive bead ring with fixed 3mm ball for cartilage, earlobe, tragus, and nostril piercings
20G surgical steel captive bead ring with a fixed 3mm ball, designed for various piercings including cartilage and nostrils.
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18G/20G Surgical Steel Captive Bead Ring - Fixed Ball

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Material: Surgical Steel Gauge / Thickness: 20G (0.8mm) & 18GA (1mm) Length: 1/4" (6mm), 5/16" (8mm) & 3/8" (10mm) Ball Size: 3mm Sty...

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16G titanium labret stud with PVD multicolored coating and 3mm ball end for versatile lip and cartilage piercings
16G titanium labret stud with PVD multicolored coating, internally threaded ball end for lip and cartilage piercings
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16G Titanium Labret Stud - PVD Multicolored Coating

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Material: Implant Grade Titanium Gauge: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 5/16" (8mm) Ball Size: 3mm Threading Style: Internally Threaded Elevate your s...

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16G PVD coated surgical steel labret stud with 3mm ball end for comfortable lip and cartilage piercings
16G PVD coated surgical steel labret stud with 3mm ball end, designed for lip, earlobe, and cartilage piercings.
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16G PVD Coated Steel Labret Stud - 3mm Ball End

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Material: Surgical Steel / PVD Coated Gauge / Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 1/4" (6mm), 5/16" (8mm) & 3/8" (10mm) Ball Size: 3mm Thread...

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18G surgical steel labret stud with clear cubic zirconia gem for lip piercing in threadless design
18G and 16G surgical steel labret stud with prong set cubic zirconia gem for effortless wear and secure fit.
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18G/16G Surgical Steel Labret Stud - CZ Gem

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Material: Surgical Steel Gauge/Thickness: 18GA (1mm) and 16GA (1.2mm) Length: 1/4" (6mm) & 5/16" (8mm) Ball Size: 3mm Style: Threadless ...

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18G titanium labret stud with a 3mm bezel-set clear CZ gem, close-up detail on a white background
18G titanium labret stud with 3mm cubic zirconia gem, internally threaded for comfortable wear and easy insertion
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18G Titanium Labret Stud - 3mm CZ Gem

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Material: Titanium / Cubic Zirconia Gauge: 18GA (1mm) Lengths: 1/4"(6mm) | 5/16"(8mm) | 3/8"(10mm) Ball Size: 3mm Style: Internally Threaded ...

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16G surgical steel labret stud with a black 3mm spike, shown worn in a labret lip piercing.
16G surgical steel labret stud with 3mm spike end, ideal for lip or tragus piercing, featuring an externally threaded design for secure fit
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16G Surgical Steel Labret Stud - 3mm Spike

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Material: 316L Surgical Steel Gauge / Thickness: 16GA (1.2mm) Spike Size: 3mm Length: 1/4" (6mm) & 5/16" (8mm) Style: Externally Threaded...

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16G titanium labret stud with 2mm and 3mm cubic zirconia gems for comfortable lip piercing. Internally threaded design for easy wear.
16G titanium labret stud with 2mm and 3mm cubic zirconia gems, featuring an internally threaded design for comfortable wear.
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16G Titanium Labret Stud - 2mm and 3mm CZ Gems

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Material: Titanium / Cubic Zirconia Gauge/Thickness: 16GA (0.8 mm) Length/Size: 5/16" (8mm) Ball Size: 2mm and 3mm Thread...

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16G surgical steel labret stud with a 3mm jeweled ball end, designed for lip and cartilage piercings.
16G surgical steel labret stud with 3mm jeweled ball end, designed for lip and cartilage piercings in multiple colors.
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16G Surgical Steel Labret Stud - Jeweled Ball

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Material: Surgical Steel Gauge: 16GA (1.2mm) Length: Available in 1/4" (6mm) and 5/16" (8mm) Ball Size: 3mm Threading Sty...

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Forward Helix Earrings: Small Studs That Sit Flat

Flat-Back Studs Made for the Forward Helix

The forward helix sits in a tight spot, so small, flat-back labret studs are the go-to. The flat disk rests against the inside of the fold without poking, and a short post keeps the top close to your skin. Many people wear two or three forward helix piercings stacked in a row, and matching studs make that look clean. Choose internally threaded titanium labrets or push-pin threadless labrets that let you swap tops easily.

Forward Helix Jewelry in Titanium, Steel, and Color

Titanium labret studs are nickel-free and lightweight, which helps cartilage that reacts to other metals. We carry titanium studs with a single CZ gem, 2mm and 3mm stones, and multicolor PVD finishes. Surgical steel options include a white opal, a jeweled ball, clear CZ in silver, gold, and rose gold, and black studs with a 3mm ball or spike. Once healed, an 18G or 20G captive bead ring in a 1/4" (6mm) size makes a tiny forward helix hoop.

Forward Helix Stud Sizes

Forward helix piercings are usually done at 16G, and most of our forward helix studs are 16G, with a few 18G options. Because the area is small, a 1/4" (6mm) post is common once healed, while 5/16" (8mm) leaves room for swelling in a newer piercing. Not sure of your size? See our body jewelry gauge size chart, or ask your piercer to confirm your gauge and fit. See more upper-ear styles in helix piercing jewelry.

Forward Helix Jewelry FAQ

What's the difference between a forward helix and a helix piercing?

A forward helix sits at the front of the upper rim, where the ear meets your face. A helix sits on the outer rim further back. The forward helix is a tighter, smaller spot, so short flat-back studs fit it best. See more upper-ear jewelry in helix piercing jewelry.

Should I choose a push-pin or threaded forward helix stud?

Push-pin (threadless) studs hold the top in by tension, so you can swap tops quickly without twisting. Internally threaded studs screw together and suit people who like a top that stays put. Both have a smooth post; choose the style you'll find easier to change in a tight spot.

How do I change a forward helix stud?

Hold the flat disk behind the piercing steady with one finger. For a threaded stud, unscrew the top counterclockwise; for a push-pin, pull the top straight out. Put the new top in the same way. Because the spot is small, a mirror helps, and your piercer can help with the first change.