I want to get a cartilage piercing, but from what I've read, it takes about a year til you're able to take it out without it closing. I have multiple cheer competitions throughout this year (usually your not allowed to have any piercings) would it be smart to take it out during the competitions, or find out if there's a way that I can still wear it during them?I want to get a cartilage piercing, but from what I've read, it takes about a year til you're able to take it out without it closing. I have multiple cheer competitions throughout this year (usually your not allowed to have any piercings) would it be smart to take it out during the competitions, or find out if there's a way that I can still wear it during them?

You will need to take it out.