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.
Also, what’s the smallest septum size?
Generally 14g / 16g. 18g is the smallest size that you can use once your septum is healed, I heard that anything smaller than 18g can cause the “cheese cutter” effect.
One may also ask, how do you screw the ball on a septum piercing?
Can I put a 16g in a 14g septum piercing?
Yes you can. The jewellery won’t be very snug, though, and might move around a lot. Having said that, the whole will probably close up a bit around the smaller gauge jewellery so you might not be able to wear 14g there any more. … So I used this 2mm diameter needle for a piercing with a 16g jewellery.
How do I size up my septum?
Can I flip my septum on the first day?
Although it’s okay to flip the jewelry up or down occasionally, you should avoid doing this as much as possible. It’s the same as twisting, and will irritate your new septum piercing. …
Can I put a smaller gauge in my septum?
Anything smaller than 16G is way too small. You can eventually stretch your septum to a larger gauge once it’s healed, but it’s a permanent modification, and it won’t shrink back to its original size like stretched lobes would.
Is a 16g bigger than a 14g?
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.
| Gauge | Millimeter | Inch |
|---|---|---|
| 16g | 1.2mm | 3/64″ |
| 14g | 1.6mm | 1/16″ |
| 12g | 2mm | 5/64″ |
| 10g | 2.4mm | 3/32″ |
Can you Repierce the same hole?
Some piercing establishments are of the opinion that you cannot get re-pierced in the same location. This is not true. Scar tissue (fibrosis) which has formed as a result of your piercing being removed, is quite dense. Also, it is often just the entry and exit points which have healed over.
How long does it take for a septum piercing to heal?
about 2 to 3 months
Does Walmart sell septum rings?
Septum Rings – Walmart.com.
Which way do septum balls turn?
How do you take your septum piercing out for the first time?
Can I put an earring back on my nose ring?
Remember that an ear piercing cannot be replaced as a nose piercing, earrings are designed specifically for the ear if you use it on the nose so it may look a bit wired. You should use earrings only on the ears and nose jewelry only on the nose.
