What Are Ear Seeds?

Ear seeds and stick-on earrings

Both can give you the look of an earring without a piercing. An ear seed has a small seed or bead on the side that touches your skin, creating a point of contact for light pressure. Decorative ear seeds add a visible detail on the outside.

AURI designs range from simple beads to crystals and charms. Wear a single detail or arrange a few to suit your style, from an everyday outfit to a concert look.

How ear seeds are used

Ear seeds have roots in traditional Chinese medicine. In ear acupressure, a practitioner chooses points on the outer ear and may show you how to apply gentle pressure. AURI’s decorative designs are for styling.

Research has examined specific acupressure routines, such as a trial for chronic low back pain in older adults. The findings concern the protocol and participants studied. Read the study in Pain Medicine.

Materials and skin comfort

Ear seeds can contain a plant seed or a small bead. Adhesives and decorative finishes can vary between products. If you are sensitive to adhesives or metals, ask AURI about your design before wearing it.

Choose a spot on intact skin on the outer ear, clear of the ear canal and any fresh piercing. Take the patch off if your skin becomes irritated. Read Cleveland Clinic’s overview of ear seeds.

Ready to try a look?

Pick a style, then follow our three-step video guide for how to apply it.