Piercing Size Guide for Your Ears

How to choose the size of your piercing jewelry

In order not to make a mistake in your choice of piercing , it is necessary to know the jewelry you already wear. Or, failing that, to know how to take their size. This is what we are going to explain to you.

Measuring the Length and Thickness of your Piercing

It is essential to correctly measure the length and thickness of your piercing to choose the perfect jewelry size. You can use a ruler or a caliper to measure the size of your piercing. The caliper is a precision tool, so it will be much more accurate than a classic ruler.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Piercing Size

In this section, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions about piercing sizes.

How to Measure My Piercing Size?

To measure the size of your piercing, you can use a ruler or a caliper to measure the length of your piercing. You can also measure the thickness of your piercing with a caliper or a feeler gauge.

Is Piercing Jewelry Size Standard?

No, the size of the piercing jewelry is not standard. It depends on the type of piercing, the length and thickness of your piercing, as well as the size of the ball or ring. The size will also depend on how you were pierced.

However, there are 2 thicknesses that are very commonly used in ear piercings: 1.2 and 1.6 mm . Whether it is Labrets / Studs or rings.
This thickness varies mainly depending on the location of the piercing (refer to our table at the start of the guide).
However, there are many other thicknesses, ranging from 0.8 mm to more than 10 mm, but they are generally used for very specific piercings and not on just anyone (meaning an experienced user who knows the "Bodmod" very well ).

As for the classic length of labrets / studs / bananas, piercings are most often done with jewelry that is 8 mm long . This length provides enough room for the body to react (inflammation, swelling, discharge, etc.) without creating complications during the healing phase. As before, this is a general rule, not an absolute truth .

The diameter of a piercing ring can range from 5 to 8 mm, depending on the location.

How to Know if a Piercing Jewelry is the Right Size?

To know if a piercing jewelry is the right size, it should be comfortable and not move once inserted. If the jewelry is too small or too big, it can cause discomfort or complications. It should not squeeze/suffocate your ear or be too loose, generally a margin of 1 mm is recommended for optimal comfort.