What is a rook piercing? The rook is an inner-ear piercing that sits on the cartilage ridge or ‘shelf’ located along the antihelix of your ear, just above the daith, and beside the forward helix.

Typically, helix piercings have four placements, Isaacs explains: classic, midi, flat, and forward-facing. Other helix options include the vertical helix, contra conch, faux rook, or cat flap.

What is a rook piercing? The rook is an inner-ear piercing that sits on the cartilage ridge or ‘shelf’ located along the antihelix of your ear, just above the daith, and beside the forward helix.

A helix piercing is the upper cartilage inclusive of everything between the earlobe and the top of the ear curve. Here is a guide to helix facts and aftercare.

Is rook piercing safe? Everything you need to know about how to care for a rook piercing, including if it's safe and warning signs of infection.

Piercing experts reveal the biggest piercing trends of 2024, including the conch, hidden helix, and more.

BAZAAR breaks down all the types of ear piercings you can get along with their healing times and other important details to know.