Are plugs the same as gauges?

Gauges are used to describe the volume of the jewelry in thickness. This is important in ear stretching, more commonly known as just stretching, which is what you call the process of making a larger gauge in the hole of a piercing. 3. The actual jewelry is called plugs.

What are plugs piercing?

A plug (sometimes earplug or earspool), in the context of body modification, is a short, cylindrical piece of jewelry commonly worn in larger-gauge body piercings. Because of their size—which is often substantially thicker than a standard metal earring—plugs can be made out of almost any material.

What gauge is best for piercings?

“Standard size is 18 g, which is what I mostly use for all my ear piercings,” Thompson reveals. “For piercings in general, 18 g through 16 g is the most common. For nipple or naval piercings, 14 g through 12 g is most common.

How big are ear plugs for ear piercings?

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Are there any ear gauges or ear plugs?

Ear Stretching has become a fast growing trend, and the demand for ear stretching jewelry is much higher. We carry a wide variety of ear gauges and tapers to keep up with the demand, and to keep your stretched lobes in the best and most unique ear gauges.

Is it possible to increase the gauge of a piercing?

Keep in mind that many piercers recommend you don’t begin stretching a piercing at all until it is already fully healed. For smaller gauge sizes (from 20g to 8g), it is possible to increase your piercing an entire gauge at once by installing new jewelry using a piercing taper.

What kind of piercings are plugs and tunnels?

Plugs and tunnels are some of the most recognizable, historically significant, and visually striking styles of piercing jewelry. Although their generally larger size can require a little bit of work and dedication to accommodate, the investment is sure to pay off for those interested in distinctive and eye-catching results.