Internally threaded body jewelry definitely has an advantage over externally threaded jewelry. With an external thread pattern, the coarse threads have to pass through the piercing when inserting or removing the jewelry. This can tear or damage the skin around the piercing, especially if it’s a new piercing.
Also to know is, what is the best jewelry for industrial piercing?
Circular barbells, labret studs, and captive rings all work well in industrial piercing holes if you do not want to wear a standard barbell. There’s also a really neat piece of jewelry called a spiral that can be twisted in and out of both holes to wrap around the top of the ear.
| Piercing | Standard Gauge | Standard Length |
|---|---|---|
| Tongue Piercing | 14G | 5/8″ |
| Cartilage Piercing | 16G , 18G | 3/16″ , 1/4″ and 5/16″ |
| Eyebrow Piercing | 16G (14G is also commonly used) | 1/4″ , 5/16″ and 3/8″ |
| Industrial Barbell | 14G (16G is also commonly used) | 1 1/2″ (varies) |
Likewise, can you get an industrial piercing without the bar?
If it’s not a bar, it’s not really called an industrial piercing and you‘re left with different kinds of piercings. That said, only a bar can be used for this certain type of pierce. The good news is, you can find many different and unique jewelries to suit your style.
What does internally threaded mean?
completely smooth
How do you unscrew internally threaded jewelry?
Grab the post or other end with one hand. Grab the ball or end with your free hand. Rotate counter clockwise(righty tighty lefty loosy) and unscrew the ball or end. Once the ball or end is free, rotate the jewelry out of the piercing.
Do industrial piercing get infected easily?
Industrial piercings are more prone to infection because there are 2 wounds, and the tension placed on the skin from the jewelry also increases inflammation and vulnerability to the skin. An infection occurs when harmful bacteria build up in one or both of the holes where your ear is pierced.
How do I measure my Industrial bar?
The barbell length is measured in a straight line, between the end balls. The barbell length is measured in a straight line across the center, between the end balls. The post length is measured in a straight line, between the top ball and the base.
What length is my Industrial bar?
38 mm
Can an industrial piercing reject?
Eventually, your body will push the piercing to the surface, and your skin will crack open to let it out. Piercing rejection isn’t nearly as common as some other piercing complications, like infections, keloids, and dermatitis. When rejection does happen, it’s usually in a flat area of the body.
Does Claire’s do industrial bar piercings?
This cool industrial bar for cartilage piercings will add a pretty touch to your cool cartilage piercings. It has a delicate key design embellished with pretty clear gems.
Can you sleep on an industrial piercing?
You want to avoid sleeping on an industrial piercing because it adds additional pressure on the jewelry. It will be more likely to have scarring if you sleep on it.
