How long does an eyebrow piercing take to heal?

Usually 6 to 8 weeks. Surface piercings on the face heal faster than cartilage but need care: keep it clean, avoid snagging it on clothing, and do not sleep on that side.

Will an eyebrow piercing scar if I remove it?

It can leave two small marks where the jewelry entered and exited, since it is a surface piercing. If minimizing that matters to you, mention it at your free consultation and your piercer will talk you through it.

What jewelry should an eyebrow piercing have?

A curved barbell sized to your brow. Straight or overly long bars put pressure on the tissue and increase migration risk, so the fit is adjusted as healing progresses.

How much does an eyebrow piercing cost?

Piercings start at $40, with jewelry priced separately. Your total depends on the jewelry you choose, and you will know the price before we pierce.

Face piercing

Eyebrow Piercing in Riverside, CA

An eyebrow piercing runs vertically through the eyebrow ridge, usually near the outer end, and takes a curved barbell. It is a strong, visible facial placement that suits a lot of face shapes, and it heals reasonably quickly for a surface piercing, generally 6 to 8 weeks. At Arcane Ink in Riverside, your piercer checks the ridge first, then pierces with a single-use needle and fits an implant-grade titanium curved barbell sized to your anatomy.

Quick facts

Price from: $40 + jewelry
Healing time: 6–8 weeks
Pain level: Medium
Piercer: Brandon Medina

Healing & aftercare

What healing looks like

A eyebrow piercing typically takes 6–8 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 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