The most common gauges for this are the 16g, 18g and 19g. Next to the Forward Helix is the Helix or the outer rim of the ear that stretches down near the earlobe. Typical earring sizes for this part of the ear are 16g, 18g, 19g and 20g.
Likewise, how do you know what size your piercing is?
To find out the best internal diameter you should measure from the piercing hole to the edge of your lip / ear / nose. The length measurement refers to the length of the jewelry bar. Not the length of the whole product. The length of the barbell is measured as the distance between the two balls at either end.
Likewise, people ask, how many MM is a 10 gauge earring?
Ear Gauge to MM Conversion Table
| Gauge | Millimeters(mm) | Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 14g | 1.6 mm | 1/16″ |
| 12g | 2 mm | 5/64″ |
| 10g | 2.4 mm | 3/32″ |
| 8g | 3.2 mm | 1/8″ |
What is the smallest earring size?
These 1mm (1/32 inch in Diameter) Nose Studs / Ball Stud Earrings are smallest possible size and are barely larger than the ear posts themselves.
Can I put a 14g in a 16G piercing?
14g jewelry is larger than 16g jewelry, but you might be able to fit it. Yes, you can stretch you piercing to a 14g just make sure that the jewelry that you’re buying is suitable for a freshly stretching piercing.
What size is after 1/2 inch gauges?
Convert Ear Gauge to mm and Inch
| Millimeters (mm) | Inches (“) |
|---|---|
| 10mm | 3/8″ |
| 11mm | 7/16″ |
| 12mm | 1/2“ |
| 13mm | 17/32″ |
What does 14g mean in piercings?
Piercing Gauge Sizes
| Gauge | Millimeters | Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 18g | 1.0mm | 0.040″ |
| 16g | 1.2mm | 0.047″ |
| 14g | 1.6mm | 0.062″ |
| 12g | 2.0mm | 0.078″ |
What gauge is a normal lobe earring?
Standard ear piercings are a 20g or 18g if they were pierced by a gun. If they were pierced by a professional, the lobe piercing will typically be a 16g or 14g.
Can I put a 20G in a 16g piercing?
If you pierce yourself with a 16G and put in a 20G earring, the earring will fit in easily and the hole will eventually shrink to the right size.
Can you put a 16g earring in an 18g hole?
Most likely you‘ll be able to wear the 16g, but DON’T FORCE IT. Listen to your ears. If it hurts, put the 18g back in and try again in a few weeks.
Can I put a 14g in a 12g piercing?
No worries though- 14 and 12g are interchangeable thread patterns- meaning you can wear all your pretty and fun 14g jewelry with your 12g posts! I know those sizes sound intimidating, but they are worth it for a comfy, happy, easy healing piercing!
