How do I know what gauge my nose piercing is?

How do I know what gauge my nose piercing is?

How Do I Know the Diameter of My Nose Ring? Go to your jewelry stash and check for nose hoops. If you can’t remember the diameter when you bought them, all you need is to measure the inner diameter with a caliper.

Can I put an 18g in a 20G nose piercing?

A: Since 20g is smaller than 18g it should fit. Just FYI I ordered this twice and although it’s a great idea, the end is not a complete ball and it’s really sharp and scratchy. I had to return it twice.

Can I put a 16g in an 18g nose 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.

Is 16g too big for nose piercing?

If 16g is “too thick” of a look and feels uncomfortable to insert, you could always try an 18g nose ring – it’s one size smaller (and the most common size). Your nose piercing should shrink to accommodate the smaller size after a bit (just know you probably won’t be able to wear 16g jewelry again once you size down).

When can I change my nose stud to a ring?

Wait at least six months. Nostril piercings are not very forgiving if you try to change the jewelry too soon. Not waiting long enough could result in irritation, a tear to the piercing channel, scarring, an increased risk of infection, or difficulty reinserting the jewelry.

What’s the smallest nose stud size?

1mm-1.5mm- is the smallest size available. For those that like a discreet dainty sparkle.