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Piercing Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Types and Styles

Quick, free piercing test to check your knowledge. Instant results.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Erin BondUpdated Aug 27, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
2-5mins
Learning OutcomesCheat Sheet
Paper art of helix tragus septum lip eyebrow piercings on coral background for piercing type quiz

This piercing types quiz helps you spot and name common ear, nose, and lip piercings from photos. Work through quick picture rounds to learn the right terms and where each style sits. Want more? Explore the nose piercing quiz for style ideas, or see what might suit your face with which nose piercing suits me.

Which piercing is located on the soft, fleshy lower part of the ear?
Conch
Earlobe
Helix
Tragus
The earlobe is the soft, fleshy lower part of the outer ear and is one of the most common beginner piercings due to its minimal cartilage and faster healing time. It lacks the rigid cartilage found in other ear areas, making it less prone to complications. Many choose this style for its versatility with studs, hoops, and dangles. .
Which piercing goes through the outer rim cartilage of the ear?
Helix
Rook
Lobe
Daith
A helix piercing travels through the upper outer rim cartilage of the ear. It can be placed in single or multiple spots along the rim for stacked or orbital looks. Because it passes through cartilage, healing takes longer than a lobe piercing. .
Which is the small flap of cartilage that partially covers the ear canal?
Daith
Helix
Conch
Tragus
The tragus is the small cartilage flap directly in front of the ear canal opening. Its proximity to the canal can create unique jewelry placement and sound-filtering effects. Healing is slower than lobe piercings due to lower blood flow in cartilage. .
A piercing that passes through the nasal cartilage dividing the nostrils is known as what?
Septum
Bridge
Nostril
Philtrum
The septum piercing goes through the thin cartilage beneath the nasal tip, dividing the nostrils. It often passes through the 'sweet spot' of soft tissue for reduced pain. Jewelry types commonly include circular barbells and horseshoe rings. .
Which piercing features a straight barbell connecting two perforations in the upper ear cartilage?
Rook
Industrial
Daith
Conch
An industrial piercing consists of two holes joined by one straight barbell, usually through the helix and forward helix. It's also known as a scaffold piercing. Healing can be lengthy since it involves two cartilage perforations. .
A piercing through the vertical ridge of cartilage inside the upper ear, just above the ear canal, is called what?
Daith
Helix
Rook
Tragus
The rook piercing passes through the antihelix ridge of cartilage inside the upper ear, above the tragus. It sits deeper than helix piercings and can be more sensitive due to thickness of cartilage. Proper aftercare is crucial to avoid migration. .
The deep bowl-shaped central part of the ear cartilage is referred to as what when pierced?
Conch
Industrial
Helix
Lobe
A conch piercing is placed in the large, bowl-shaped cartilage area of the ear called the concha. It can be inner or outer conch depending on placement. Jewelry usually consists of a stud or hoop. .
Which piercing passes through the innermost cartilage fold closest to the ear canal entrance?
Snug
Tragus
Daith
Rook
The daith piercing goes through the small fold of cartilage just above the ear canal. It's believed by some to help with migraines. Healing times can be longer due to the thickness and curvature of the cartilage. .
Which piercing is a variation of the labret that passes vertically through the center of the lower lip?
Monroe
Vertical Labret
Snake Bites
Labret
The vertical labret is a lip piercing where the bar passes vertically through the lower lip, exiting on the top of the lip. Unlike standard labret piercings, it creates a vertical entry and exit point. Healing can be sensitive due to oral movement and moisture. .
Which single lower lip piercing sits centrally just below the lip?
Dahlia
Medusa
Labret
Monroe
A labret piercing is placed through the skin just below the center of the lower lip. It typically uses a flat-backed stud for comfort. It's one of the most classic lip piercings and has moderate healing time. .
A piercing located in the philtrum depression just above the center of the upper lip is known as what?
Ashley
Madonna
Monroe
Medusa
The medusa piercing goes through the philtrum, the natural dip above the center of the upper lip. It highlights the cupid's bow and sits centrally rather than offset. Healing typically takes 8 - 12 weeks with proper aftercare. .
Which piercing is placed through the small band of tissue connecting the upper lip to the gums?
Labret
Monroe
Ashley
Smiley
The smiley piercing (also called a frenulum piercing) passes through the thin tissue (frenulum) connecting the upper lip to the gums. It's often hidden when lips are closed and very quick to heal. However, it carries a risk of migration and rejection. .
Which type of piercing uses an anchor that sits beneath the skin surface, creating a single-point entry?
Helix
Nostril
Labret
Microdermal
Microdermal piercings, also known as single-point piercings, use an implanted anchor beneath the skin with an externally visible decorative top. They differ from surface piercings since only one point enters the skin. Proper placement and healing care are critical to prevent rejection. .
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Study Outcomes

  1. Identify Popular Piercing Styles -

    Recognize and name different piercing types by examining their distinct shapes and placements in the provided images.

  2. Recall Names of All Piercings -

    Memorize the names of all the piercings featured in the quiz to enhance your vocabulary of body jewelry terminology.

  3. Differentiate Piercing Locations -

    Distinguish between various body locations for piercings by observing subtle visual cues and anatomical landmarks.

  4. Match Piercings and Names with Pictures -

    Apply your knowledge of different piercings names to accurately pair each style with its corresponding image in the challenge.

  5. Evaluate Your Piercing Expertise -

    Assess your proficiency in identifying piercings and track your progress to become a confident piercing expert.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Classification by Placement -

    Breaking down different piercing types into ear, facial, and body categories helps you map each style. For instance, ear piercings include the lobe, helix, and tragus - mnemonic "LET" (Lobe, Ear cartilage, Tragus) aids in memorizing names of all the piercings. This approach is backed by the Association of Professional Piercers for clear identification based on anatomy.

  2. Core Jewelry Styles -

    Become fluent with studs, barbells, and hoops - the three pillars of piercing jewelry - by using the phrase "Study Barber's Hoop" to remember Stud, Barbell, Hoop. Notice that curved barbells differ by a gentle bend, common in eyebrow or rook piercings. Industry publications like the Journal of Dermatological Treatment highlight the importance of matching jewelry type to piercing style.

  3. Healing Time Chart -

    Memorize average healing durations: ear lobe (6 - 8 weeks), cartilage (3 - 12 months), and surface or dermal piercings (up to 12 months). The "6-3-12 rule" is a handy shorthand when quizzing yourself on healing times. Leading dermatology resources recommend tracking milestones in a simple healing chart for self-assessment.

  4. Aftercare Formula -

    Use a saline solution recipe - 1/4 teaspoon of non-iodized salt in 8 ounces of warm distilled water - twice daily to reduce irritation. This straightforward ratio, endorsed by the British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology, supports optimal healing. Keep this formula in mind when matching piercings and names with pictures - it's a great cue to recall care protocols.

  5. Visual ID Techniques -

    Practice matching images to names to master different piercings names by sketching each style and marking landmark points, like the vertical bar of an industrial or the snug fold of a daith. Using flashcards or rapid quizzes intensifies confirmation of shapes and positions. Professional piercing academies emphasize image-driven drills for pinpointing precise styles.

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