What earrings do piercers use?

Niobium has been widely used by piercers with good results for many years. It is very similar to titanium, but does not have an implant-grade designation. Like titanium, niobium can be anodized to produce different colors. (And, unlike titanium, it can be anodized black.)

What kind of jewelry do piercers use?

There are a few materials approved by the Association of Professional Piercers (APP), but implant-grade titanium is the one most piercers recommend for initial piercings. Here's why: It's nickel-free.

What earrings do piercers use for lobes?

Similar to dangle earrings, hoop styles are also quite popular in lobe piercings. Since lobe piercings feature a smaller gauge, you must typically find hoops created specifically for lobe piercings. Open hoop earrings are a relatively new style.

What do professional ear piercers use?

Your piercer, alone or with another piercer, will use a needle or gun to pierce your ears. If they use a gun, the sharp end of the stud will pierce your skin and insert the earring in one “shot.” If they use a needle, they'll place the earring in your ear immediately after making the hole.

Can you use any earrings for piercing?

If you choose to have your ears pierced in chain store, you can't bring your own earrings. The professional piercer will use ear piercing gun and healing earrings. It automatically includes the price of the healing earring in the piercing procedure.

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Is sterling silver OK for newly pierced ears?

Once your ears have healed and you can begin transitioning to regular earrings, you should first wear small earrings, preferably studs, that are made from sterling silver or gold for at least the next three months.

Are hoops or studs better for healing?

For anyone getting their ears pierced, whether it's the earlobe or outer ear cartilage, we recommend stud piercing earrings rather than hoops or dangling styles. Inverness stud piercing earrings are made with a sharp tip and narrow post to gently pierce the ear and then stay in place while the piercing heals.

Why do piercers tell you to breathe?

There is actually scientific reasoning behind this practice, because breathing more slowly and deeply from your stomach signals your nervous system to calm down.

Which is less painful gun or needle piercing?

Interestingly, needle piercings have been deemed less messy and less painful than piercing guns. This is usually the case because needles are hollow and have a sharp point to create a clean hole. It also removes some of the skin and tissue at the piercing site, making it easier for your wound to drain out and heal.

Is gunshot ear piercing painful?

You may feel a pinch and some throbbing after, but it shouldn't last long. The pain from either piercing method is probably equivalent. The ear has nerves all through it. But the fatty tissue in the earlobe has less than other areas, so it may feel less painful.

What is best for newly pierced ears?

Taking Care of Your Ears

You don't want germs with your newly pierced ears, so it's very important to keep your ears clean. For several days after the piercing, you or a parent will need to clean your ears and put ear cleaning solution, rubbing alcohol, or antibiotic ointment on them.

What gauge are regular earrings?

“Standard size is 18 g, which is what I mostly use for all my ear piercings," Thompson reveals. "For piercings in general, 18 g through 16 g is the most common.

How much does a ear piercing hurt on a scale of 1 to 10?

A standard lobe piercing is most individuals' first piercing. Many people get this lobe piercing as a child or many years before they plan more placements. Therefore, it should not be surprising that it ranks low on the pain scale – the general rating seems to be 3/10.

What is the best jewelry for a new piercing?

Jewelry for initial piercings should be made of material that will not react with the body: implant grade stainless steel and titanium; gold (14K or higher); or platinum. In some cases, inert plastics like Tygon® or PTFE (Teflon®) are also acceptable.

What metal is best for sensitive ears?

Platinum and stainless steel tend to be less reactive, making them the best metals for hypoallergenic jewelry, says Marchbein. “These are also good options, along with plastic, for initial ear piercings, which can decrease the risk of developing ACD later on,” she explains.

What kind of earrings go in cartilage?

With cartilage piercings, it's recommended that you are initially pierced with a gold or titanium stud (typically flat-backed), as these are less likely to cause a reaction, easier to heal, and allow for any post-piercing swelling.

What piercing hurts the most?

What should not eat after ear piercing?

Don't eat spicy, salty or acidy foods or liquids while you are healing. Avoid hot drinks such as hot chocolate, coffee, and tea. Eat cold foods and drinks as they lessen swelling.

What should I avoid after ear piercing?

Stay out of pools, hot tubs, rivers, lakes and other bodies of water while your piercing is healing. Don't fiddle with your piercings. Don't touch a new piercing or twist the jewelry unless you're cleaning it. Keep clothing away from the piercing, too.

How much do I tip my piercer?

If your piercer did a good job, show your appreciation with a healthy tip. A minimum of 20% is typically expected nowadays (inflation sucks, but it is what it is), and more if your piercer did an exceptional job.

How do you not feel faint during a piercing?

You should eat something beforehand.

Having a full meal before getting pierced is a good idea because it will help keep your blood sugar steady, according to Secret Ink. Low blood sugar could lead you to feel to feel dizzy or even faint during the piercing, which is not ideal.

Should you take painkillers before a piercing?

To limit bleeding, it's recommended to avoid aspirin for a week before piercing and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen or naproxen) for at least a day before getting pierced and for seven days afterward.

Can your first piercing be a hoop?

It is possible to get pierced with a ring in your cartilage or nose straight away so the answer is yes, we can pierce you with a ring! Other popular areas to have pierced with rings are the helix, nipple, conch, lip, eyebrow and navel/belly. You may have heard that you should not pierce with rings.

Why shouldn't you get pierced with a ring?

All jewelry has weight and moves. Rings however will move a lot more than the alternatives and generally weigh more too. These combined factors are the reasons why piercings with rings don't usually heal as easy or as well as they might with barbells.