We want to make it easier for you to figure out what sizes to use, so see our chart for the different ear stretching sizes below:. Here you can see the most popular ear stretching sizes in. Standard ear piercings are usually done at 20g or 18g for traditional earrings and that works out at roughly 1mm. This is usually where people start stretching from from there you can go into the next size up which is usually either 14g 1.
This means that whether you want to stick with smaller gauge sizes or go all out you can always have some awesome jewellery to show it off! If you're just starting out stretching check out our collection of small ear gauges.
Here at UBJ, we not only carry ear stretching kits and supplies and aftercare , but we also want to be your go-to resource for information about safe stretching. Read on to find out about the most common methods for stretching, plus troubleshooting and answers and common questions. This is probably the first question that most people have when they begin stretching.
After making sure that your ears are fully healed from the initial piercing, you can start stretching at a 16 gauge. Most regular piercings are at 18 gauge. You'll only want to go one size bigger during each stretch. You need to remember that your ears have never been stretched before and that they will need to be taken care of.
The first step to proper care is to start stretching slowly. Stretching slowly and at the right size will help you stretch more in the future. Every person's ear lobes are different and have different elasticity. However, we won't know what exactly that point is until we reach it. Most professionals in the piercing world suggest going no larger than a 0 gauge , preferably a 2 gauge , if you want your ears to shrink back to standard size. If you stop at this point, you should have no problem with your ears shrinking back.
Stretching slowly can be a huge factor in whether your lobes will go back to standard size. As said in the beginning, stretching slowly and carefully will help with your earlobe health. If you took your time and didn't skip sizes, this will greatly affect your chances of your ear lobes being able to shrink back down to normal.
If you have stretched way too fast and tore your earlobes, it's going to be harder for your earlobes to shrink back down to a normal size. There are so many reasons to not skip sizes when stretching, and this is a big one! Have you stretched too far and are scared that your ear lobes are never going to shrink down to standard size?
Something that you want to keep in mind before stretching is the fact that you may need surgery if you stretch too big and then change your mind. Another reason to take good care of your lobes! This is also another popular question that has a lot of opinions. Because of the fact that everyone's body reacts differently, this answer varies.
It is recommended that you wait at least 6 weeks in between stretches. This will give your earlobes time to heal up and become a little loose. However, we recommend that you wait months between each stretch. This will really give your lobes the optimal time to heal, reduce the risk of tearing, let your ear lobes thicken up, and get your circulation back in your skin. Your earlobe is a part of your body and it needs taken care of! Remember, if you want to get to a large size, the key is to stretch slowly!
Once you get to 0g and larger, the taping method makes it easier to stretch gradually when there are larger jumps between sizes. To begin your ear stretching journey, you'll need to know all about tapers. A taper is going to help you safely stretch your ear over time. We have a big selection of tapers made from different materials here on UBJ. Tapers are normally made out of acrylic or stainless steel and are exactly as they sound: tapered.
They are round at one end, normally the gauge that you are going up to, and then taper down to a point for easy insertion. First, you'll need to learn all the details about sizes and material. These are very important factors when picking the right taper. Acrylic tapers are going to be your cheapest option. The material isn't good to wear since it can hold bacteria, but you can stretch with it if you need to. Here we've put together some useful information on how to do it safely and almost painlessly.
You need to have a standard ear piercing in the first place, and it is essential you don't begin stretching your ears until the holes are completely healed. It will be less painful and less likely to get infected if you ensure your skin has strengthened first. Once your standard ear piercings are completely healed it is important to continue to look after your ears by stretching them slowly and at the right size.
Most standard ear piercings are at 18 gauge and you should only go one size bigger during each stretch. Most people start by stretching to 16 gauge. Everyone's body reacts differently to stretching, however it is recommended that you wait at least 6 weeks in between stretches.
This will give your earlobes time to heal. However, the optimum is months between each stretch. This will reduce your risk of tearing by allowing your ear lobes to thicken up and circulation to flow properly.
If you want to get to stretch to a large size, it is important to stretch slowly and look after your ear health! Hurrying the process might damage your ears permanently. There are several tips on getting them in that will make it much easier. The 1st thing to help with getting them in is to use lubrication. Any water based lubricant will help to get them in and out easily. Also you will want to insert them at an angle. If you try to force them through straight into your ears then it will be much harder for them to fit through.
Inserting them at a slight angle gives them enough leverage to pop through. On sizes under 0 gauge however, they will often require you to stretch slightly larger to be able to fit them through. The larger you stretch, the easier double flares will be able to get in, so the smaller sizes are a lot harder to get through. If you are trying to fit a set of double flares in that are under 0 gauge then it's good to try doing a little tape wrapping see info on the tape wrapping method above to help loosen up your ears a bit and get the plugs in.
Jojoba oil is an all-around great product. Its best uses are to soften skin, reduce scar tissue, thicken lobes, and to moisturize. By massaging jojoba oil daily on your lobes, it helps to thicken them up over time and to keep them healthy. It also helps to reduce the size of blowouts over time if massaged daily. Organics generally don't require much more maintenance then the average set of plugs though.
Materials such as wood will expand and contract as they get wet though so to avoid cracks and swelling, it's for sure best to keep them as dry as possible. If you are purchasing a set of organic plugs that isn't super expensive, then just wear them and don't worry about if they wet or not.
But if you have a nice set that you want to keep for years then it's highly recommended to keep them as dry as possible. Also organic pieces that have inlays or where multiple materials are used such as multiple inlayed woods , then you for sure want to keep them dry to avoid breakage or cracking. It's also really good to use jojoba oil on organic jewelry to keep the pieces looking fresh and polished. All you need to do is take a small drop onto your fingers and rub the jojoba oil into the plugs and they will look like a fresh new pair.
The topic of gauges vs. We thought it would be easier to make a video on the topic so here is Chris talking the issue. If you are noticing issues such as extreme swelling, redness, discharge, itching, and hotness then you more than likely have an infection. An infection can be a serious problem so it's best to take care of it as soon as possible. If you have recently stretched your ears and are having all of the above problems then it's for sure best to downsize and let your ears get back to normal.
Also wearing jewelry like steel or glass is the best to wear with an irritated piercing these materials will minimize your risk of prolonging the infection. If you feel like it's getting too much or is a serious problem then it is best to consult a local doctor and have it checked out.
If you let it go for a long time then you can have some serious problems so make sure to have it checked out by a doctor as soon as possible. What size can I stretch up to without permanent damage? How long should I wait between each stretch?
All about tapers and how to use a taper to stretch your ears Tapers are a great way to begin your ear stretching journey.
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