What size bar is used for lip piercing?
What size are lip piercings? There is two main barbell gauge sizes for lip piercings : 1,2mm(16G) and 1,6mm(14G) (barbell diameter). As for madonna/monroe and labret piercings, 1,2mm(16G) is the standard and most common gauge size. It’s also the size that is generally used as first piercing jewel during healing.
What length should a lip ring be?
COMMON SIZE
| COMMON LENGTH/DIAMETER | |
|---|---|
| * indicates the most common size – updated 2020 | |
| Regular Earring Post | 1/4″(6mm) |
| Lip and Labret | 5/16″(8mm)*, 3/8″(10mm), 1/2″(12mm) |
| Monroe/Madonna | 1/4″(6mm), 5/16″(8mm)*, 3/8″(10mm) |
What is a lip retainer?
A lip retainer is a clear bioplastic piece of jewelry that can be worn in situations that don’t allow body piercings. Lip piercings are also sometimes referred to as labret piercings, and lip retainers might be referred to as labret retainers.
How do you cover a lip piercing for work?
Wear a clear retainer. The retainer is smaller than a stud and designed to hide your piercing while keeping the hole filled. You should never use a retainer in the first few days after getting your piercing. Always keep the piercing filled with jewelry or a retainer while it’s healing.
Is a 16g bigger than a 14g?
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.
What gauge is 1.6 mm piercing?
14g
Piercing Gauge Sizes
| Gauge | Millimeters | Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 16g | 1.2mm | 0.047″ |
| 14g | 1.6mm | 0.062″ |
| 12g | 2.0mm | 0.078″ |
| 10g | 2.5mm | 0.098″ |
What gauge are septum piercings?
16 gauge
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. While 16G is the typical starter gauge, some people choose to size down to 18 gauge (approx.
What is a Bioflex labret?
Bioflex labret piercing rings are comfortable, you won’t even notice them when you sleep. 4 Pieces of 16g (1.2mm), 1/4 inch (6mm) length, 3 pieces of internal flexible ear cartilage earrings with 2mm Clear, Black and Aurora Borealis (AB) crystal ball and a piece of flexible retainer lip labret stud.