Loving My Bump Straight Nose Studs 20 Gauge 0.8mm Surgical Steel Stud Bone Ring Piercing Bar Pin 2mm Gem

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Now that you (hopefully) know the type of stud you’re looking for, it’s time to settle on a hoop style. You’ll find plenty of variations these days, but here are the three most common. Seamless

Length is another important factor. It's measured from the base of the ball or charm (where it connects to the post) to the tip of the piercing. You want to ensure the nose ring isn't too long or too short, or it can cause discomfort or irritation. The cost of a piercing depends on your location and who you visit. It’s always worth spending the extra few pounds to save time and money in the long run should your piercing become inflamed or infected due to an improper piercing technique. The most basic type of nose ring, a stud, is a straight post with a small gem or ball at the end. They're perfect for those just starting with nose piercings or who prefer a simple yet elegant look. L-Shaped Prong Nose Ring: Usually an incomplete circle with small balls to the end, to hold it in place. Similarly, you can use a seamless ring which does not have small balls on the ends.

Nose Ring Sizes

When it comes to getting the perfect fit for your nose ring, the first step is figuring out your size. Don't worry; it's easier than it sounds. In fact, in most cases, it’s as simple as visiting a reputable piercer near you. They’ll be able to measure you for the perfect piece of jewelry. A bigger-sized gauge will not go through your piercing, and a thinner gauge ring will look unsightly with ample space around it. Nose ring gauge sizes apply to all types of nose ring styles. You also need to avoid swimming in pools, lakes or using hot tubs for the first couple of months as all of these harbour bacteria, which could cause infection,” Bond explains. Courtesy of Niki Yeadon of Crystal Point Piercing, designed by @ ditsyblondedesigns Types of jewellery used for nose piercings Inserting a nose ring can be challenging, especially if it's your first time or the ring is too small (or your nose hasn’t properly healed from the piercing). One solution to this issue is to use a lubricant such as petroleum jelly or water-based lubricant. This will make inserting the nose ring easier and less painful.

The standard lengths of nose piercings are 1/4” (6.35 mm) to 5/16” (7.94 mm). However, when you initially get your piercing, you’ll have to wear a stud with a longer post to give room for swelling.Another solution is to seek the help of a professional, such as a piercer or a jeweler. They can insert the nose ring for you and guide how to do it yourself in the future. Get a Nose Ring The 'size' refers to the distance between the top ball and the beginning point of the lower decorative part (see the 'Banana' illustration above). Whilst you are likely to only find size 10mm in the high street shops, many of our own belly bars are available in 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 16mm and even longer, which means no more pinching or spare bits of bar showing. Simply choose your desired size by selecting from the 'Size' drop-down box. We know that many people need 6mm belly bars, along with sizes 14mm, 16mm and 18mm, and we are constantly striving to increase our selection of these sizes. Nose Bone Stud: A straight piercing stud with a small ball on the end to hold the jewellery in place.