Can septum ring be too small?
Can septum ring be too small?
You still don’t want the diameter of the ring to be too tight. If it is too small, It can actually cause migration. Because the ring is smaller then the space between the piercing and the ends of your ear/nose/lip, that extra tissue is going to end up compressed. And in a battle of metal vs skin, metal is going to win.
What can I use instead of a septum ring?
If you love the way a septum piercing looks but are unsure if you want a real piercing, you can easily make a fake septum piercing. With some wire, paper clips, or earring hooks you can use pliers and scissors to make a fun fake septum to wear.
Is 14g or 16G bigger?
As the numbers go up the size gets smaller. 14 IS thicker than 16. The lower the number, the thicker the gauge so 16g is thinner than a 14g.
Can you pierce a septum with a hoop?
Unlike the more traditional nose piercing that sits on the side of your nostril, a septum piercing is definitely a bolder look. ‘It’s usually pierced with a hoop or a horseshoe shaped ring.
What length is a normal septum ring?
Because circular barbells, seamless rings, and clickers are typically worn in septum rings, the length mostly applies to jewelry worn in nostril piercings. However, septum tusks can also be worn. For a septum tusk, it’s important to get the right length; the most common lengths of septum tusks are 25mm, 40mm, and 50mm.
Can I put a bar in my septum piercing?
You can wear circular barbells, labrets (to hide it), segment rings, CBRs – and that’s just the basics! Personally, I love a hinged segment ring to wear in my septum on a day to day basis. It’s small and easily to take in and out. Sometimes though, you need something designed with your septum in mind.
Can you pierce a septum with a retainer?
2. Wear a Septum Retainer. Septum piercings are usually pierced with a horseshoe barbell or circular barbell, so if you are going to need to hide it during healing, a retainer is a safer way to go to. Let your piercer know ahead of your piercing if you want a septum retainer.
