What length nipple bar should I get?
Typically, you want to look for 14G or 16G nipple jewelry with a wearable length of at least 5/8-inch. If you value your piercing, you’ll always want to stick to high quality materials, such as nickel-free solid gold, when buying a new nipple ring.
How often should you change nipple bar?
Nipple piercing takes a lengthier time to recover than other body piercings. The healing period of a nipple piercing takes between 12 to 16 weeks, but it varies from one person to another. Changing the jewelry after 12 months is the best as the piercing would have completely healed.
What gauge are nipple rings?
14 gauge
14 gauge is an ideal size for most nipple piercings. Even if you were pierced at a larger gauge, sizing up shouldn’t be a problem. 14G is also one of the most common piercing sizes, so there will be plenty of options to choose from as far as jewelry. The two main variations of nipple jewelry are barbells and clickers.
Are nipple rings the same size?
The majority of nipple rings will be a 14 gauge, which is about 1.6 millimeters in diameter. This is about the same size as the average belly ring or labret piercing, though these items appear very different. If buying your first shield, it’s advisable to check with your piercer for sizing recommendations.
How fast do nipple piercings close after removal?
Nipple piercings are one of the fastest piercing to close. When they’re new, they can close in minutes. Even after a few years, nipple piercings can close inside of a week without jewellery. For some, the hole can stay open for years on its own, although this is rare.
Are tongue bars the same as nipple bars?
Tongue rings tend to have longer barbells and possible larger balls on some of them so use caution with using a tongue ring as a nipple ring. Do you find this helpful? No, the tongue and nipple are two different size piercings and you can end up damaging yourself if you try to use such large jewelry in your nipple.
Do nipple piercings ever really heal?
Like any piercing, nipple piercings need some TLC so they heal and settle in properly. Nipple piercings also take a long time to fully heal. The average piercing takes about 9 to 12 months to heal. Healing time depends on your body and how well you take care of the piercing.
Do I need a longer bar for my nipple piercing?
When getting a nipple piercing it is important to keep swelling in mind, your piercer will start you off with a longer bar to compensate for this. If the piercing becomes painful and the balls at the end of the barbell look like they are “dimpling” this is a strong indication that you need a longer barbell immediately.
Can I use a tongue bars for nipple piercings?
So yes you can. Tongue rings tend to have longer barbells and possible larger balls on some of them so use caution with using a tongue ring as a nipple ring.
Do nipple piercings ever stop crusting?
While perfectly normal, these crusties do need to be cleaned carefully and thoroughly whenever you notice them. After cleaning the site for a few weeks, you will see less and less crusting until, eventually, it all disappears.
Can I put a tongue bar in my nipple?