![]() ![]() ![]() Here's the fun part! The best part of getting your nose pierced is picking out a sparkly gem or decoration to show off. They will measure both your jewelry and your nose and can recommend a size that will work for you. If you need a size that isn’t commonly sold on our site, visit your local professional piercer. In this case, if possible, measuring a hoop that already fits can be a good benchmark. The two most common diameter sizes for nose hoops are 5/16″ (8mm) and 3/8″ (10mm). Individuals with larger noses or with large-gauge nose piercings may need rings with a larger diameter size. A properly measured diameter will look the most aesthetically pleasing, so it's very important to measure correctly! For nose hoops, the diameter is measured instead of the length.ĭepending on how high up your piercing is and how large or small your nostril is, an incorrect diameter can end up looking a little funky. "Diameter" is the distance between the inside edges of the nose hoop at its largest point. The two most common types of bends are the nose screw, a standard type of nose ring that looks like a corkscrew, and the L-shape, which literally leaves the item in the shape of an uppercase L. Next, they'll bend the long end of the fishtail nose ring into a size that's custom-fit to your nose. Piercings that are done in non-traditional areas of the nostril, or piercings that need to be specially customized to fit a unique nose can be created from a fishtail nose ring.įirst, the piercer will use a special device to measure your nose. For a truly perfect and comfortable fit, getting an ideal length measurement from your professional piercer is a good idea. Unless your nose is very dainty or larger than average, any of these sizes will likely fit in your nose piercing. The average length of a nose ring is about 6 millimeters, but for those who have slightly thinner or thicker nasal cartilage, 5mm and 7mm lengths are also available. The "length" (sometimes referred to as the "rise") of nose rings is measured from the base of the gem or decoration to the beginning of the curve, bend, or bulbous end. This portion of the jewelry is also known as the “wearable surface,” as it refers to the part of the item that will actually be worn inside the piercing. Step 2: Find Your Proper Length or Diameter Knowing the correct gauge size is incredibly important - you can make sure your jewelry will fit comfortably without slipping out. There are a few exceptions, but for the most part, these common gauge sizes are what you'll be working with when it comes to your nostril piercings. It is slightly larger than the 20 gauge, but this size will still provide you with countless fashionable options. This is the gauge used for larger sizes of nose piercings. You’ll find that most nose ring styles come in this gauge. This is the smallest gauge that most body jewelry will come in and is used almost exclusively in nose piercings. This is normally considered a specialty size that may need to be handcrafted by an artisan. Piercings done in India, the Middle East, or very select areas of the US, UK, Australia, or Europe may use the tiniest size: 22 gauge. Standard sizing for nose rings is normally a 20 gauge this means the thickness of the portion that goes through the piercing is approximately. The gauge of the item is extremely important to the fit of the item. Since there are so many differently sized noses, there are also several different gauge sizes made to suit everyone's unique anatomy and aesthetic. The " gauge" of body jewelry refers to the thickness of the item, which directly correlates to the needle size that is used to pierce you.Įveryone's nose is different your local piercing professional will choose an appropriate size gauge to accommodate the size and shape of your nose. By the end of this blog, you'll be able to pick out the correct size and style of body jewelry that will work best in your own, unique nose piercing. ![]() We'll talk about the difference between gauge, length, size, rise, and diameter, and how they apply to the different styles of nose and nostril jewelry. ![]() This post will focus on the many ways to measure and size nose rings. Body Candy is here to be your go-to guide for becoming an expert in nose and nostril piercing! There are more options than ever when it comes to expressing yourself with your jewelry, but with so many different sizes and types of body jewelry, there is bound to be some confusion at one time or another. Nose piercings are one of the most common body modifications in the world - it's no wonder that so much different terminology is used to describe these piercings. ![]()
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