What tape should you use for ear stretching?
PTFE Tape
PTFE Tape. PTFE is a great and inexpensive tape that you can use to stretch. The good things about it is that it is very reasonable in price, non-adhesive so it only sticks to itself, super thin so you can slowly increase your size, and it doesn’t irritate your ears like some tapes do (such as electric tape).
Can I use waterproof adhesive tape to stretch my ears?
The “Taping Method” is probably the BEST method for sizing up your lobes at larger sizes! Basically, you get Waterproof Adhesive Tape from your local drug store (like the ones below) and wrap the tape around your plug/tunnel. Cut it in half if needed depending on the width of your plugs/tunnels.
How do you stretch your ears with PTFE tape?
To stretch with the tape wrapping method, take a set of plugs in your current size and do 2-3 wraps of tape around them to slowly increase the size of your piercing. Only use PTFE or bondage tape. Remove the tape and clean the jewelry and your ears. Apply new tape daily.
Is Teflon tape safe for stretching ears?
If you have been looking for an easier and more comfortable way to stretch your earlobes, our PTFE tape is here to help! Both easy to use and great for stretching at a slow pace, snag a roll of our tape today to help with your ear stretching journey!
Is PTFE tape safe for stretching?
The Teflon (PTFE) tape is designed to move with you. If you have been looking for an easier and more comfortable way to stretch your earlobes, our PTFE tape is here to help! Both easy to use and great for stretching at a slow pace, snag a roll of our tape today to help with your ear stretching journey!
What is the best material for stretching your ears?
Steel. Steel, specifically 316l surgical steel, is widely considered the best choice when stretching your ears from one gauge to another. It can be boiled or autoclaved (if you have one available) and is non-porous, which greatly reduces the chance for infection.
What is the point of no return for ear stretching?
The point of no return when thinking about ear stretching is a term that is used to define the point at which you may be able to stretch your piercing (typically speaking about ears, but stretching other piercings have their own point of no return) that when you take out the plugs for an extended period of time it will …