Collection: .Shen men/Flat piercing

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🧠✨ Things to Consider Before Getting a Shen Men Piercing

For wellness, style, or both — here’s what to know first.

You may have heard about the Shen Men piercing as a stylish cartilage piercing — or maybe you're curious about its connection to anxiety relief and emotional balance.

Whether you're drawn to it for its clean, minimalist look or its association with holistic wellness, there are a few important things to know before getting a Shen Men piercing.

🧐 First, What Is a Shen Men Piercing?

The Shen Men (meaning "Spirit Gate") is an acupressure point located in the upper inner cartilage of the ear, above the daith. In Traditional Chinese Medicine and auriculotherapy, this point is believed to support:

• Stress and anxiety relief

• Emotional balance

• Improved sleep

• Mental clarity

• There is no guarantee that this piercing will help with any of the above and we do not promote it as such. The information here is just that, information about the Shen men piercing.

Some people get this piercing for aesthetic reasons, while others are curious about potential therapeutic benefits. While the scientific evidence is limited, many people report feeling calmer — even if it's a placebo effect, it’s often a positive one!

🧾 Things to Consider Before Getting a Shen Men Piercing:

1. ✅ Your Anatomy Must Be Suitable

The Shen Men is located on a very specific spot on the upper cartilage ridge. Everyone’s ears are shaped differently, so your piercer will need to assess whether:

• There's enough flat space to pierce safely

• Your ear's shape allows for correct placement

• The piercing won’t interfere with other cartilage piercings

💡 If your anatomy isn’t quite right, a similar look might still be possible elsewhere in the ear — always ask your piercer.

2. 🩹 Healing Takes Time

Like all cartilage piercings, the Shen Men is not a quick heal. It typically takes 4–9 months (sometimes longer) to fully settle.

Expect:

• Mild swelling or tenderness for the first few weeks

• Sensitivity when sleeping on that side

• Occasional crusting or irritation during healing

Consistency with aftercare is key to preventing bumps, infections, or prolonged healing.

3. 💫 Don't Expect Instant Anxiety Relief

While some clients get this piercing hoping it will help with stress or anxiety, it’s important to remember:

• There is no clinical guarantee it will affect your mood or nervous system

• Any benefits you feel may be personal, energetic, or placebo-based — and that’s totally okay!

• It’s best to think of it as a symbolic or complementary wellness tool, not a replacement for therapy, medication, or other mental health support

That said, if it brings you peace or a ritual sense of calm — that’s a win too.

4. 🧼 It Needs Regular Aftercare

As with any cartilage piercing:

• Clean twice daily with sterile saline spray

• Do not twist, turn, or sleep on the piercing

• Avoid applying creams, essential oils, or antiseptics

• Keep hair, hats, and phone screens away from the area

• Stick to implant-grade titanium or solid gold jewellery

Cartilage is sensitive and slower to heal than lobe piercings, so gentle care over a longer time is essential.

5. 🛌 Sleeping Might Be Tricky

You’ll need to avoid sleeping on the pierced side during the early months of healing — pressure can cause:

• Soreness

• Bumps or hypertrophic scarring

• Prolonged healing

🛏️ Consider using a travel pillow or donut pillow to keep pressure off the ear at night.

6. ✨ You Can Combine It With Other Wellness Piercings

Many clients choose to pair the Shen Men with:

• Daith piercing – often associated with migraine relief

• Tragus piercing – said to help with appetite control

• Or a stacked look just for the aesthetic

Ask your piercer about a curated ear plan if you want a look that’s both balanced and meaningful.

7. 🔄 Jewellery Changes Require Care

Initially, you’ll be pierced with a longer bar to allow for swelling. After a few months, you may want to downsize or switch to a more minimalist stud or flat-back labret.

Let a piercer do this for you, especially if the piercing is still sensitive — improper changes can cause trauma to the area.

🖤 Final Thoughts

The Shen Men piercing is a subtle but powerful choice — whether you’re drawn to its potential calming effects, its spiritual symbolism, or simply the sleek look.

Before getting one:

• Check your anatomy

• Understand the healing commitment

• Have realistic expectations about wellness claims

• Choose a professional, experienced piercer

Thinking about getting your Shen Men pierced?
Book a consultation — we’ll assess your ear, answer your questions, and guide you through a calm, safe, and beautiful piercing experience.