Body Jewelry Size Guide

Not sure what size you need? We've got you. Use this guide to find your fit — and when in doubt, always check with your piercer for your exact gauge and anatomy.

📏 How to Measure Your Jewelry

Different jewelry styles are measured differently. Here's how to get it right:

Jewelry Type	What to Measure	How
Straight & Curved Barbells (tongue, navel, eyebrow)	Wearable length	Measure the straight-line distance between the balls or decorative ends — not the total bar length
Hoops & Captive Bead Rings (septum, ear)	Internal diameter	Measure across the inside of the ring at its widest point, from inner edge to inner edge
Labrets & Flat-Back Studs (lip, tragus, cartilage)	Post length	Measure from the back of the flat disc to the bottom of the ball or decorative top

Tip: Gauge (thickness) is always measured the same way regardless of style — it's the diameter of the post or bar itself. The lower the gauge number, the thicker the jewelry (14G is thicker than 16G).

💍 Septum Rings

Measurement	Standard Size	Notes
Gauge	16G (1.2mm)	Most common — used by most piercers
Gauge — thicker	14G (1.6mm)	Less common, some piercers prefer this
Diameter — snug	5/16" (8mm)	Close-to-nose, minimal drop
Diameter — standard	3/8" (10mm)	Most common healed fit
Diameter — range	6mm–12mm	Varies by anatomy and personal preference

Tip: 16G / 8–10mm fits most people. If you're unsure, check with your piercer — they'll know your exact gauge and anatomy.

How to Wear

Pinch the hoop gently at the hinge point
The segment clicks open — no tools needed
Slide through your septum piercing and click closed until you feel/hear it snap

👃 Nose Rings & Studs (Nostril)

Measurement	Standard Size	Notes
Gauge — professional standard	18G (1.0mm)	Recommended by most piercers — supports better healing and a secure fit
Gauge — fine alternative	20G (0.8mm)	Lighter, finer option — best for fully healed piercings
Stud length (wearable)	1/4" (6mm) – 5/16" (8mm)	Standard nostril depth range
Hoop diameter — snug	6mm	Close-fitting, minimal drop
Hoop diameter — standard	8mm	Most common hoop fit for nostrils

Nose jewelry comes in several styles: nose screws, L-shaped pins, seamless rings, and hinged hoops. All fit the same gauge piercing — it's just a matter of preference. 18G is the professional standard recommended for initial piercings and better healing.

How to Wear (Nose Screw)

Insert the straight post into your nostril piercing
Gently twist clockwise until the curved screw end tucks inside the nostril
It should sit flush against the skin with no gap

💋 Lip & Labret Piercings

Style	Standard Gauge	Standard Length	Notes
Labret stud	16G (1.2mm)	5/16" (8mm)	Most common healed labret size
Labret — initial	16G (1.2mm)	3/8" (10mm)	Longer for swelling during healing
Monroe / Madonna	16G (1.2mm)	5/16"–3/8"	Upper lip placement
Lip ring (hoop)	16G (1.2mm)	5/16"–3/8" diameter	Seamless or hinged hoop styles

Tip: After healing, most people downsize their labret from 3/8" to 5/16" for a snugger, more comfortable fit.

How to Wear (Labret Stud)

Unscrew the decorative top counterclockwise
Insert the flat-back post through your lip piercing from the inside out
Screw the top back on clockwise until snug
The flat disc inside should sit flush against the inner lip — not pressing or loose

👅 Tongue Barbells

Measurement	Standard Size	Notes
Gauge	14G (1.6mm)	Universal standard for tongue piercings
Initial length	3/4" – 7/8" (19–22mm)	Longer to allow for significant swelling during healing
Healed length	5/8" (16mm)	Most common size once swelling subsides (2–4 weeks)
Shorter healed	1/2" (12mm)	For thinner tongues or snugger fit

Tip: Tongue piercings swell significantly — always start with a longer bar (19–22mm) and downsize to 16mm once fully healed. A bar that's too short on a swollen tongue can embed into the tissue and cause serious damage. Bar length also varies depending on tongue thickness — your piercer will size you correctly at the initial appointment.

How to Wear

Unscrew the top ball counterclockwise
Insert the barbell vertically through your tongue piercing from bottom to top
Screw the top ball back on clockwise until snug
Check tightness daily — tongue barbells can loosen with eating and movement

🌙 Daith Rings

Measurement	Standard Size	Notes
Gauge	16G	Standard daith gauge
Diameter	5/16"–3/8" (8–10mm)	Depends on ear anatomy

How to Wear

Open the hinged segment at the clasp point
Guide the hoop through the daith fold of your inner ear
Snap closed — it should sit snugly in the cartilage fold

💎 Belly Rings (Navel)

Measurement	Standard Size	Notes
Gauge	14G	Universal standard for navel piercings
Shaft Length	3/8" (10mm)	Most common — fits standard anatomy
Longer shaft	7/16" (11mm)	For deeper navels or during pregnancy

How to Wear

Unscrew the top ball or decorative end counterclockwise
Insert the bar through your navel piercing from bottom to top
Screw the top end back on clockwise until snug — do not overtighten

🔩 Nipple Barbells (Straight)

Measurement	Standard Size	Notes
Gauge	14G (1.6mm)	Standard thickness for nipple piercings
Initial length	5/8" (16mm)	Standard for fresh piercings — allows room for swelling
Healed — short	3/8" (10mm)	Snug fit once fully healed
Healed — medium	1/2" (12mm)	Most popular healed size
Healed — longer	9/16" (14mm)	For more comfort or larger anatomy

Tip: Most people downsize from 5/8" to a shorter bar (1/2" or 9/16") after their piercing is fully healed for a more comfortable, flush fit.

How to Wear

Unscrew one end ball counterclockwise
Insert the straight barbell horizontally through your nipple piercing
Screw the end ball back on clockwise until secure
The barbell should sit flush — not too tight, not loose

💠 Cartilage Piercings

All cartilage placements typically use 16G (1.2mm) as the standard gauge unless noted. Here's a full breakdown by placement:

Placement	Standard Gauge	Standard Size	Jewelry Style	Notes
Helix (Upper Rim)	16G	1/4" (6mm) – 5/16" (8mm)	Barbell or hoop	Most popular cartilage piercing
Tragus (Front Nook)	16G	1/4" (6mm) – 5/16" (8mm)	Flat-back stud	Small flap in front of ear canal
Conch (Inner Bowl)	16G or 14G	Stud: 1/4" (6mm) – 3/8" (10mm) Hoop: 3/8" (10mm) – 1/2" (12mm)	Stud or hoop	Longer post for initial swelling; larger hoop diameter for inner conch anatomy
Rook	16G	5/16" (8mm) – 3/8" (10mm)	Ring or curved barbell	Inner ridge above daith
Industrial (Scaffold)	14G (1.6mm) standard; 16G sometimes used	Length: 1-1/4" (32mm), 1-3/8" (35mm), or 1-1/2" (38mm) Ball size: 5mm or 6mm	Straight barbell	Exact length depends on ear anatomy. Longer bar used initially for swelling — a professional piercer can fit a shorter custom bar after healing

Tip: Cartilage piercings can be worn with hoops, flat-back studs, or curved barbells depending on placement. When in doubt, ask your piercer what style suits your anatomy best.

📏 General Sizing Tips

Gauge refers to the thickness of the jewelry post — the lower the number, the thicker the bar (e.g., 14G is thicker than 16G)
Diameter is the inner measurement of a hoop or ring
Shaft/bar length is the wearable length of a straight or curved barbell
All Pressha jewelry is labeled with gauge and size in the product variant selector
New styles may be added — check back or contact us if you need help sizing a specific piece

Still not sure? Contact us and we'll help you find your perfect fit. 💜