How do I know what gauge my piercing is?

You can use the following methods to measure the gauge of your piercing jewellery:

1. BCR: Measure the width of the bar.
2. Labret: Measure the width of the bar.
3. Barbell: Measure the width of the bar.
4. Septum Ring: Measure the width of the ring at its thickest section.

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Additionally, is 16 or 14 gauge smaller?

So higher numbers (like 16 gauge) are thinner than smaller numbers (like a 6 gauge). When discussing gauges, references to a “larger gauge” means bigger around, not a bigger number. That is to say that if you’re told that you need a larger gauge than 14, you need to look at 12 or 10 which are wider, not at 16.

Also to know is, can I pierce my belly button with a 16 gauge needle?

Belly Button: Normally, navel piercings are done with either a 14g or a 12g needle, followed by starter jewelry of the same size. … 16g is also a common option if your piercing artist says there is enough skin available for a slightly larger barbell.

Can I put a 16g in a 14G piercing?

Yes all day you can. However, the 16g post is thinner than the 14g. Downsizing is not an issue unless you’ve got a large collection of 14g jewelry that you wish to wear again. Downsizing to 16g is safe as long as it is healed.

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What is bigger a 20 or 18 gauge?

Gauges get larger with decreasing number (i.e. a size 00G is massive compared to a 20 gauge). with an 18 gauge. If you want it smaller, ask for a 20 or even 22 gauge when getting pierced.

What size is 000 gauge?

Is 18g or 20G smaller?

When choosing your items specifics from the drop down list, please note the following: 18G = 18 Gauge 20G= 20 Gauge 22G= 22 Gauge 14K= 14 Karat Solid Gold 18K= 18 Karat Solid Gold 24K= 24 Karat Solid Gold 1.5mm Gem= Gemstone measures approx 1.5 millimeters in size 2mm Gem= Gemstone measures approx 2 millimeters in size …

Can I put a 20G in a 16g piercing?

yes you can. When learning about piercings sizes you will know that the bigger the number the smaller the gauge of the piercing so yes you may use an 18g. the 18g is smaller than the 16g. Just be aware though that sometimes user smaller jewelry could cause your jewelry to get accustomed to that size.

Do you have to have a flat stomach to get a belly button piercing?

It’s not a matter of can/can‘t, but rather should/shouldn’t. The shape of the navel doesn’t matter too much, any navel can be pierced if there is enough tissue depth to the skin available above or below the navel.

Can I pierce my belly button with a safety pin?

Using a sewing needle, safety pin or piercing gun to pierce your belly button is a bad idea, as these items are unsafe and will not produce good results.

Is 14g bigger than 16g?

Jewelry is measured through a gauge system (see chart below). The higher the gauge number the smaller the wire is. A standard “earring” is usually 20 gauge. Jewelry gauges/sizes can vary between manufacturers.