Nose Ring Sizing Secrets Revealed

Nose ring size matters a lot for a snug fit. If its proportion is right, the jewellery stays comfortably on the skin. Not everybody has the same nose, so a professional piercer will choose the right size. They have different sizes for different nose shapes. The size of the item is significant for it to fit correctly. Most nose rings are usually 20 gauge, which means they're about 0.8 millimetres thick. 

Find Your Proper Length or Diameter 

The "length" of a nose ring is measured from the gem or decoration to the curved or bulbous end. This is the part that goes in your piercing. The usual length of a nose ring is around 6 millimetres. But if your cartilage is thicker or thinner, sizes like 5mm and 7mm are available.

Most people should be okay with any of these sizes. But it's best to ask your piercer for advice if you want a perfectly snug and comfy fit.

Standard Nose Ring Sizes

The normal size for nose rings is 18G or 20 G. Your nose stud jewellery will likely be around 1/4" to 5/16" long. These are the usual sizes, but they might differ based on your body.

• 22 Gauge (0.6mm): This is the tiniest size used in some regions, such as India, the Middle East, and select areas of the US, UK, Australia, or Europe. An artisan may need to make it specially.
• 20 Gauge (0.8mm): This is the smallest size most body jewellery comes in and is commonly used for nose piercings. Most nose ring styles are available in this size.
• 18 Gauge (1mm): This is a larger size used for bigger nose piercings. It's slightly larger than 20 gauge and gives you many fashionable options.

When you first get your nose pierced, the jewellery will take longer to account for any swelling. Once the swelling goes down, return to your piercer for a smaller piece. More significant pieces can get caught and move too much, which could cause problems while they heal.

The right size for nose hoops depends on your body. Before buying any hoops, talk to a trusted piercer and ask for the most significant and smallest sizes your piercing can handle.

Nose Stud Styles

Nose studs come in different styles, so you can choose the one you like best. Pick a style that works well with your piercing.

• Bone: These are the simplest nose studs. It's a straight prong with a tiny bump at the end. To insert it, gently push it into your piercing. This can stretch your piercing, so only wear it in a healed piercing.
• Straight/Fishtail: This is a straight post that can be custom-bent into an L-shape by a piercer.
• L-Shaped: This nose stud is L-shaped. Insert it into the piercing at a 90-degree angle, then twist to secure it.
• Twist: This nose stud looks like a screw. Twist it into place to insert.
• Flat Back Stud: This stud can also be worn as an earring or lip piercing. It has a prong with a flat back. Insert the prong and screw the back into place. Flat back stud piercings are secure but can be challenging to insert into smaller nostrils.

Why Sizing Is Important

It happens often:

• You get a piercing.
• It heals perfectly.
• You buy new jewellery only to develop a bump a few days later.

Don't worry; this can be avoided.

Even if your piercing is healed, it can still get damaged. One of the main causes is wearing jewellery that needs to be the right size. If it's too small, it can pull on the hole and cause bumps or other problems. If it's too big, it can snag and damage your piercing.

To prevent this, talk to your piercer before buying new jewellery. They can help you choose the right size. It's not as complicated as it seems. Just visit a good piercer, and they'll give you the right specs for your customized jewellery.