You may feel a pinch and some throbbing after, but it shouldn't last long. The pain from either piercing method is probably equivalent. The ear has nerves all through it. But the fatty tissue in the earlobe has less than other areas, so it may feel less painful.

Does Claire's ear piercing hurt?

Does ear piercing hurt? All Claire's piercing earring posts have ultra-fine points that pierce gently and minimize discomfort. The ear piercing is fast, gentle and few people feel any discomfort.

What should I know before getting my ears pierced?