Size Guide
GENERAL SIZING OVERVIEW
When it comes to body jewelry, three main dimensions are crucial:
- Gauge: Thickness of the item that passes directly through the piercing.
- Diameter: Measurement across a circular opening.
- Length: Distance from tip to tip of the wearable portion.
HOW TO MEASURE
Getting the measurements right is essential. Here's how you can do it:
- Gauge: Best measured with a sizing tool or by a professional piercer. Alternatively, you can use a piece of thread and a ruler.
- Diameter: Measurable with a tool or a protractor. You can also use a pencil, paper, and a ruler.
- Length: Place the item on a flat surface against a piece of paper and measure between the lines you draw at the tips.
SIZE CONVERSION CHARTS
LENGTH SIZE CHART
| Inches | Millimeters |
|---|---|
| ¼” | 6 mm |
| 5/16” | 8 mm |
| 3/8;” | 10 mm |
| 7/16 | 11 mm |
| ½” | 12 mm |
| 5/8” | 16 mm |
TYPES OF BODY JEWELRY
Understanding the different types of body jewelry can help you make the right sizing choices:
- Straight Barbells: Used for tongue piercings, septum, etc. Length and gauge are the key measurements.
- Curved Barbells: Used for navel and eyebrow piercings. Length is measured straight across from tip to tip.
- Nose Rings: Measure the part that will actually be worn inside the piercing for length.
- ,Circulars, Segment Rings, and Hoops: Diameter is always measured from inside edge to inside edge at the widest point.
- Nipple Rings: Measure for length in the same way as a straight barbell, between the two decorative tips.
GAUGE SIZE CHART
| Gauge | Millimeters |
|---|---|
| 16 | 1.2 mm |
| 18 | 1.0 mm |
| 20 | 0.8 mm |
✨We're excited to let you know that many of our piercings can be customized to suit your preferences. You can choose the backing, post length, or the gauge size to ensure the perfect fit! Check out all the customizable options by visiting this link here.