Can you widen your septum piercing?
Stretching the septum should only be done with single flared jewelry or a ring in your desired size. You always want to stay consistent with your sizes, jumping between sizes is going to damage the piercing. Do not stretch your piercing from a 14 gauge to a 10 gauge, this will damage the piercing considerably.
Does gauging your septum hurt?
Septum Stretching is Spicy Septum stretches are often uncomfortable, and that discomfort can persist for weeks or months. Sometimes a stretch is painless and easy, and the soreness doesn’t set in till a few days. That said, it shouldn’t be excruciating, and you shouldn’t be tearing or forcing a stretch.
How do I know my septum ring size?
To find your Septum size, we recommend you measure the inner diameter of a septum ring you already have. With a pen, on a sheet of paper, mark the inner sides on opposite sides. Then take the ring away and measure the distance you have between both lines.
What size should I pierce my septum?
What size septum ring do you get pierced with? The most common gauge for septum piercings is 16 gauge (approx. 1.2mm thick), however, your piercer may decide to use a different gauge depending on your individual anatomy. While 16G is the typical starter gauge, some people choose to size down to 18 gauge (approx.
What is a hinge ring?
Hinged segment rings are ideal for a variety of piercing locations. They are versatile and secure, perfect for facial piercings or ear piercings. You can use the hinged segment ring for septum, daith, helix, conch, and other cartilage piercings.
What kind of jewelry is used for Septum piercings?
Large Gauge Ebony Wood Septum Ring (SKU: ESR) 13 gauge through 00 gauge water ebony wood septum rings for stretched septum piercings. Large Gauge Long Curved Bone Septum Tusk (SKU: BST-L) 10 gauge up through 5/8 inch diameter long curved water buffalo bone septum tusks with a 2-1/2 inch length, a serious tribal look for stretched piercings.
Where can I get a septum and Nostril piercing?
Nostril and septum piercings are now being offered by appointment at both our Philadelphia and Baltimore locations. Appointments are required. Oral piercings and jewelry changes are being offered by appointment at our Baltimore location only. We are not currently offering any oral piercings and/or jewelry changes at our Philadelphia studio.
Can a septum ring be used as a retainer?
Browse our collection of beautiful, unique septum rings and retainers. Our septum retainers are 316L surgical steel, and can be used when an undetected piercing is desired. The septum retainer is also a popular alternative to ring type jewelry.
How big is a coconut shell septum ring?
Coconut Shell Septum Ring (SKU: CSR) Hand carved coconut shell septum ring with a larger overall diameter than a septum pincher. Coconut Shell Septum Pincher (SKU: CSP) 16 gauge – 00 gauge hand carved coconut shell septum pincher with a smaller overall diameter than a septum ring.