Will an anti-eyebrow piercing reject?

Surface piercings on the cheek carry a higher rejection risk because the skin is thin and moves. Your piercer checks your anatomy first and will tell you honestly whether it is a good candidate, rather than piercing it and hoping.

Does an anti-eyebrow piercing hurt?

Most clients rate it medium. The area is thin, so the piercing itself is quick and the tenderness afterward is manageable.

How long does an anti-eyebrow piercing take to heal?

Usually 8 to 12 weeks. Keep it clean with sterile saline, avoid pressure from face coverings, and come in for a free check if the skin around it changes.

How much does an anti-eyebrow piercing cost?

Piercings start at $40, with jewelry priced separately. The bar is sized to your anatomy, so the total is confirmed at your free consultation.

Face piercing

Anti-Eyebrow Piercing in Riverside, CA

An anti-eyebrow piercing is a surface piercing placed on the upper cheekbone, below the outer corner of the eye. It is named for sitting where an eyebrow piercing would be mirrored, and it takes a curved barbell. Because the skin there is thin and moves when you smile, it is anatomy dependent and needs a carefully fitted bar. At Arcane Ink in Riverside, we assess the tissue, pierce with a single-use needle and fit implant-grade titanium. Healing usually takes 8 to 12 weeks.

Quick facts

Price from: $40 + jewelry
Healing time: 8–12 weeks
Pain level: Medium
Piercer: Brandon Medina

Healing & aftercare

What healing looks like

A anti-eyebrow piercing typically takes 8–12 weeks to heal. Keep it clean with sterile saline spray twice a day, do not touch or twist it, keep it dry after showers, and avoid pools, hot tubs, lakes and the ocean until it is fully settled.

Full aftercare for anti-eyebrow piercings

Come back for a free downsize check once the swelling drops. Changing jewelry early is the most common cause of irritation, so let your piercer do it.

Jewelry