An industrial piercing, also known as a scaffold piercing or construction piercing, is a type of ear piercing that consists of two pierced holes connected with a single piece of jewelry, typically a straight barbell. The two piercings are made through the cartilage of the ear and are linked with a barbell that sits inside the ear across the width of the two holes. The industrial piercing first appeared in the early 1990s and has since become popular among people of all backgrounds, including celebrities such as Kylie Jenner, Ashley Tisdale, and Miley Cyrus.

During the industrial piercing procedure, an experienced piercer will cleanse the ear, mark the desired locations, and use a hollow needle to create the two separate holes. Piercing guns should never be used for an industrial piercing because they are designed for lobe piercings, not cartilage ones. The recovery time for an industrial piercing is longer than for a lobe piercing, and proper aftercare is essential to ensure proper healing.

Industrial piercings are a captivating and stylish form of self-expression that offer a unique and edgy style statement. The look of an industrial piercing greatly depends on the anatomy of the ear, and it might not make a great first piercing. Industrial piercings require two piercings to be made with a piercing needle since the piercings must be precisely aligned to be properly connected with a single piece of jewelry like the barbell jewelry. The most common configuration features two piercings through the helix, but there are also other options for industrial piercing combinations.

Industrial piercings should always be done by a licensed professional with proper anatomical, procedural, and technical knowledge in a sterilized area. Industrial barbells are the most common industrial piercing jewelry to be used, but there are many different styles and types of jewelry that can be worn with an industrial piercing[[5]](https://www.painfulpleasures.com/community/blog/client/industrial-piercing...