Types of piercing jewelry. Fashionable piercing jewelry in gold, silver or titanium

Let's start by defining an EARRING, an EARRING, so what is it?

Jewelry in the form of a ring, pendant, etc. threaded into the earlobe. Most often, earrings are made of gold, silver and other metals, as well as of bone and precious woods. Initially, they were predominantly male jewelry. Later they became an important element of women's fashion.

ATTENTION! This term does not apply to all other types of piercing jewelry! They have their own separate names. there are no such concepts as "navel earrings", "nose earrings", etc.

To help you figure it out, we have made a selection of the main types of piercing jewelry with a photo and will supplement it as needed. Happy viewing;)

(English Barbell) - an ornament consisting of a straight rod (base) of a circular cross-section on which balls (spikes, cones, wraps, etc.) are twisted or screwed in on both sides. There are types of rods with internal and external threads. The universal jewelry is widely used for most types of body piercing. Punctures of the tongue, cartilage (helix, flat, scafa, indestrial), nose (bridge, septum), cheeks, genital piercing, etc.

(eng. Labret) - jewelry for piercing, consisting of a base (straight stick), a disk on one side and a ball or wrapping on the other. They exist as solid bases i.e. the disc is non-removable or collapsible, with a twist-off disc. There are options for external and internal threads, i.e. balls or wraps are either screwed onto the base, or screwed into it. Dimensions: base thickness from 1.6mm; base length from 6 mm to 20 mm. Suitable for lips, ears, etc.

(English Micro labret) features a thinner shaft (1.0 mm or 1.2 mm) and is suitable for piercing earlobes, cartilage and nose piercings.

(English Banana) - consists of a curved rod of circular cross-section, onto which balls (spikes, cones, wraps with crystals, etc.) are wound on both sides. There are types of bananas with internal and external threads. It is used for piercing the navel, ears, nipples, eyebrows, intimate piercing, vertical lip piercing, etc. Materials used for production: steel 316L, black steel (PVD), titanium ASTM F136, gold, bioplast, PTFE, etc.

Separately, we can highlight curly bananas or navels (English Navel bananas) - they are specially designed to be worn in a piercing of the navel, in rare cases, they are used for piercing the earlobes, as earrings. They also exist with both internal and external threads.

(English Nostril or Nose Studs) - decoration for the wing of the nose, usually in the form of a hook bent under the right or left nostril, or a straight "stick" - such nostrils are universal, the shape is given by the piercing master before being inserted into the puncture. Used only for the nose. Most often it is made of: steel 316L, black titanium (PVD), gold, bioplastic and other materials.

Separately, special ones can be distinguished, they are inserted into the puncture of the wing of the nose from the inside

(English Claw / Ear spiral) - jewelry for extended earlobe piercing. The fangs are made in the form of a curved cone, the spirals, respectively, have the shape of spirals from here and the name. In addition to wearing for beauty, they are used as "stretch marks" for the gradual enlargement of the channels. Most often it is made from organic matter, but you can also find metal or acrylic products.

(English Twister, Body spiral) - the decoration resembles a coil of a spring. It is used for piercing the earlobes and cartilage, but also suitable for insertion into the labia, navel, nose and lips. Materials used for production: steel 316L, titanium ASTM F136, black steel or titanium (PVD coating) and other materials.

(English Ball Closure Ring or Segment Ring) - a ring with a deleted segment, instead of which a ball is inserted, the segment itself or a curly insert. Suitable for piercings of the ear, lip, nose, nipples, genitals, eyebrow, navel and tip of the tongue. The most common sizes: cross-sectional diameters from 1.2 mm to 10 mm or more. Jewelry diameter from 6 mm and more.

(eng. Circular barbell) - has the shape of a rod bent in the shape of a crescent, onto which balls (spikes, cones, wraps, etc.) are twisted or screwed on from both sides. It is used for ear, lips, nose, nipples, intimate piercing, sometimes eyebrows, navel, etc. The most commonly used materials for production: steel 316L, titanium ASTM F136, gold, bioplast, etc.

The material from which the product is made;

The type of finished product;

The size of the finished product;

Materials from which piercing jewelry is made:

Natural;

Artificial;

Natural materials for making piercing jewelry:

Artificial materials for making piercing jewelry:

• Gems / Minerals;

Piercing Jewelry Requirements:

Ability to succumb to sterilization;

Hypoallergenic;

Ease of care and handling;

Do not influence the fabrics in which the decoration is located;

Aesthetic appearance;

Natural materials for jewelry:

Wood

Both ordinary wood species and exotic ones are used as decorations. The price of products varies depending on the value of the wood species and the complexity of the work done on the product. Hardwood is preferred. The more hardness, the longer the jewelry will serve without changing its initial characteristics.

Advantages of wood piercing jewelry:

Exotic appearance;

Does not freeze during the cold season;

In combination with precious metals and stones, they are considered elite jewelry;

Disadvantages of wood jewelry:

Resistant to autoclaving and exposure high temperatures;

Over time, they lose their visual appeal;

Some wood species can cause allergic reactions;

Requires additional care;

Poorly tolerate frequent contact with water;

They are not used as primary adornments and in cases where the piercing canal is not formed;

Absorb odors;

Is able to deform over time and lose the smoothness of its surfaces;

In case of prolonged wear, it may require additional polishing;

Not all types of body piercing jewelry can be made of wood;

Caring for your wooden piercing:

It is advisable to take off while taking a shower, bathing, bathing;

Wipe clean with disinfectant solutions;

Rub mineral oil into the jewelry to increase its service life;

Storing your wooden piercing jewelry:

Clean the jewelry from pollution;

Wipe with any disinfectant;

Rub in mineral oil;

After absorbing the oil, lightly polish with a piece of soft cloth;

Store in a dry place, out of direct sunlight and sudden temperature changes;

Types of wooden piercing jewelry:

Wood jewelry price: from 2-3 dollars and hundreds of dollars are wooden jewelry decorated with precious metals.

Amber

Being the petrified sap of trees, amber is often used to make piercing jewelry. In the case of solidification of small insects, plants in amber, amber jewelry becomes several orders of magnitude more expensive.

Benefits of amber jewelry:

Exotic appearance;

During the cold season, the decoration feels warm;

Can be combined with other types of materials;

Smooth surface does not change its texture over time;

Does not require additional processing mineral oil;

Do not change their properties and texture upon contact with water;

Disadvantages of amber piercing jewelry:

Not autoclavable;

In the event of temperature changes, they can crack or crumble;

The relative high cost of the source material;

Not all types of jewelry can be made from amber;

Amber Piercing Jewelry Care:

Sometimes the jewelry should be washed with soap and treated with a disinfectant solution;

After drying, polish with a soft cloth;

Storing amber piercing jewelry:

Wash and treat the decoration with an antiseptic;

Allow to dry and polish with a soft cloth;

Store in a closed box with a soft inner lining;

Avoid sun exposure, sharp and significant temperature changes;

Types of amber piercing jewelry:

Bone

Piercing jewelry usually uses a compact bone substance. This makes the jewelry more durable, more comfortable to manufacture and more pleasant to wear. The bone is taken from the horns of animals, or cut from parts of the skeleton. Sometimes teeth, claws or their fragments can be used as decoration.

Advantages of bone jewelry:

Attractive appearance;

Does not freeze in winter;

In combination with precious metals or stones, it is considered elite jewelry;

Does not require processing with mineral oil, unlike wooden decorations;

Not afraid of getting wet and does not change shape at the same time;

With a careful attitude, a long service life;

Disadvantages of bone piercing jewelry:

Not all types of jewelry can be made from bone;

With prolonged use, the bone may turn yellow;

If the jewelry had spongy bone parts, then they are usually not durable;

Some types of bones are very expensive, as are their adornments;

May cause allergic reactions;

The cancellous bone is a good reservoir for the multiplication of microorganisms, which can lead to infection of the piercing canal;

Bone Jewelry Care:

From time to time, a bone product should be washed and treated with a disinfectant solution;

After drying, wipe and polish with a soft cloth;

Storage of bone jewelry:

Clean and treat the decoration with a disinfectant solution;

Wipe dry and place in a soft coated container;

Do not leave the jewelry in direct sunlight, it may turn yellow, crack;

Do not allow sudden temperature changes to decorate;

Types of bone piercing jewelry:

Stones and minerals

Benefits of Stone / Mineral Jewelry

Are durable;

Most are autoclavable and thermally sterilizable;

Often included in elite jewelry;

Some people believe that stones have certain properties;

Change the temperature slowly;

Disadvantages of stone jewelry

Large weight of jewelry;

Stones and minerals are often an addition to the decoration;

Some stones and minerals can affect the skin or contain toxic impurities;

Temperature changes and thermal sterilization can lead to cracking of the product;

Over time, the surface loses its smoothness and can cause tissue damage;

Care of jewelry made of mineral stones

Wash in warm water and soap and dry with a soft sponge. Treat with an antiseptic;

Storing stone / mineral jewelry

Store each piece of jewelry separately in a soft cloth bag;

Avoid constant temperature fluctuations;

Types of jewelry made of stones and minerals

Metals for making piercing jewelry

Surgical or medical steel

In the manufacture of jewelry, steel grade 316L is used, which is widely used in surgery. Having undergone special processing, it meets all the requirements for the materials from which jewelry is made.

The advantages of surgical steel:

The perfectly smooth surface does not even cause microdamage to the piercing canal;

Suitable as a material for primary jewelry;

Does not require processing with mineral oils;

Over time, it does not change its properties, shape, does not give in to oxidation and rusting;

Almost any piece of jewelry can be made from surgical steel;

Not demanding on storage conditions;

Very long service life of the product;

Disadvantages of surgical steel jewelry:

The relatively large mass of products can cause tension in fabrics and be uncomfortable to wear;

The high cost of the product;

Steel rapidly changes its temperature. In winter, it can cause frostbite of tissues, and in a sauna / bath - burns;

Surgical Steel Jewelry Care

Rinse, treat with an antiseptic or boil;

Storing Surgical Steel Jewelry

Not demanding on storage conditions;

It is advisable that the decoration does not succumb to constant changes in temperature or humidity;

Types of jewelry made of surgical steel:

Implantation

The trade name for surgical steel, which appeared after the introduction of the European Union law on the quantitative content of nickel in surgical steel.

Benefits of the implantation

Does not cause allergic reactions and rejection;

Can be used as a material for primary jewelry;

Long-term operation and does not require certain conditions for storage;

Disadvantages of implantation

Very expensive material;

A small number of firms make jewelry out of it;

Small assortment of jewelry;

The quality of the source material is not always appropriate;

Care of jewelry from the implantation (see);

Storage of jewelry from the implantation (see);

Types of jewelry from the implantation (see);

Titanium

One of the most common materials in the piercing industry today. Popularity has grown significantly since the introduction of the European directive concerning nickel-containing jewelry.

Titanium benefits

Nickel free;

Light weight of the finished product (an equivalent stainless steel product weighs almost 50% more);

Titanium is resistant to corrosion, not afraid of contact with water;

Low percentage of allergies when using titanium jewelry;

Autoclaving and temperature sterilization can be used on titanium jewelry;

Long service life and practically indestructible;

Anodized titanium is available in various colors, which increases the range of jewelry;

Disadvantages of titanium

Quickly gains or loses temperature, which makes it inconvenient to wear jewelry in the sauna or in winter;

The high cost of titanium jewelry;

There are jewelry on the market that are made from those titanium purity grades that are not suitable for use as jewelry;

Titanium jewelry care (see);

Storage of titanium jewelry (see);

Types of titanium jewelry (see);

Black titanium or eng. blackline

It was first used in the 80s and its appearance is extremely successful. It is still widely used for medical purposes.

Benefits of Black Titanium

Besides the advantages of common titanium, the surface black layer is very resistant;

The structure of the surface layer does not cause damage to the piercing channel when the jewelry is moved;

Disadvantages of black titanium

In addition to the disadvantages of conventional titanium, black titanium can lose its coating upon prolonged contact with a hard surface (for example, rubbing against teeth);

Caring for black titanium jewelry (see);

Storage of jewelry made of black titanium (see);

Types of black titanium jewelry (see);

Zirconium

The material from which the products were developed as an alternative to gold.

The benefits of zirconium

Lightweight and durable material;

The relative cheapness of the finished product;

Amenable to thermal sterilization and autoclaving;

Suitable as primary piercing jewelry;

Does not cause allergic reactions;

Disadvantages of zirconium

There are fakes for zirconium jewelry on the market;

Gains or loses temperature quickly depending on temperature environment;

The durable surface can cause damage to teeth with prolonged contact;

Caring for a black zirconia jewelry (see);

Storage of jewelry made of black zirconium (see);

Types of black zirconium jewelry (see);

Niobium

Outwardly similar to titanium, but heavier than it.

The benefits of niobium

High quality niobium does not cause allergies;

Amenable to autoclaving and temperature sterilization;

Does not react to biological fluids, oxygen, detergents and disinfectants;

Long service life of the product;

Disadvantages of niobium

If the specific content of niobium in jewelry is less than 99.9%, it can cause allergic reactions;

Small selection of niobium jewelry;

High cost of niobium jewelry;

Difficulties in making jewelry;

Niobium jewelry care (see);

Storage of niobium jewelry (see);

Types of niobium jewelry (see);

Bronze

It has been used as a material for making piercing jewelry for a long time.

Benefits of bronze

Cheapness and ethnic appearance of jewelry;

Amenable to autoclaving and temperature stripping;

Long service life of jewelry;

Disadvantages of bronze

Bronze from unknown manufacturers may contain arsenic;

Skin discoloration from jewelry is possible;

Bronze has the ability to oxidize and change its appearance;

Not used as primary piercing jewelry;

Bronze jewelry care:

Requires polishing and removal of the oxide film, for this it is best to contact a jewelry workshop or use GOI paste at home;

Storage of bronze jewelry

It is advisable to store in a separate box with a soft cover, separate from other jewelry;

Types of bronze jewelry

These are mainly ethnic products, with a small circulation.

Silver

A noble metal from which jewelry has been made for many centuries.

Benefits of silver

Expensive appearance;

Thanks to the ability to change the appearance of the metal, silver jewelry is very diverse (light, dark silver);

Convenience of material in work, and a wide variety of decorations;

Amenable to autoclaving and thermal sterilization;

Very long service life, the possibility of making a family heirloom to order;

Disadvantages of silver

Sterling silver contains 7.5% impurities (usually nickel), which can cause allergic reactions;

Silver oxide when used in primary jewelry can leave a permanent mark on the skin and cartilage;

Changes temperature depending on the environment;

Over time, the jewelry oxidizes and requires cleaning by a jeweler;

The price for elite silverware is very high;

Silver jewelry care

Wash in soapy water with ammonia, then wipe dry;

If the jewelry is oxidized, it should be given to a jeweler for cleaning or cleaned on its own using fine abrasive pastes;

Storage of silver jewelry

It is advisable not to allow sudden changes in the temperature of the decoration;

Types of silver jewelry: almost all kinds of jewelry

Gold

One of the most popular materials for making jewelry

Benefits of gold

Very attractive appearance;

Combining with precious stones;

Large selection of jewelry;

Thermal sterilization possible;

White gold often gives allergic reactions regardless of the sample;

Gold scratches easily and can damage the piercing canal;

Use as primary jewelry and contact with body fluids, antiseptics can lead to discoloration of gold;

Low-grade gold may discolor after autoclaving;

Gold jewelry care

From time to time, jewelry requires polishing by a jeweler;

Avoid contact of gold jewelry with hard objects;

Storage of jewelry made of gold

It is advisable to keep each piece of jewelry separately from others;

Use a container with a soft cover or special bags;

Avoid sudden temperature changes;

Types of gold jewelry: all kinds of piercing jewelry

Porcelain

Rarely found as a material for jewelry

The advantages of porcelain

High uniqueness of products

Amenable to thermal sterilization;

Over time, it does not lose its properties;

Slowly changes temperature depending on the environment;

Disadvantages of porcelain

Very high price for products;

Small assortment of finished products;

Glaze can cause allergic reactions and have harmful impurities;

The product can be damaged by contact with solid objects;

Not used as a primary decoration;

Caring for your porcelain jewelry

It is enough to rinse in warm water and soap and wipe dry, then treat with an antiseptic;

Storing porcelain jewelry

Store jewelry separately from metal;

Metal-to-porcelain contact can result in glaze chipping or jewelry cracking;

Jewelry boxes should have soft walls;

Types of porcelain jewelry: combined earrings with metal, tunnels, ear struts;

Glass

Convenient and popular material for making piercing jewelry.

Advantages of glass jewelry

Can be used as primary piercing jewelry;

The smooth surface does not injure the pierced canal;

Can be sterilized in a steam autoclave;

Large selection of jewelry and affordable prices;

Reinforced glass is strong and durable;

A wide range of ready-made jewelry colors;

Slowly changes temperature depending on the ambient temperature;

Flaws

Cheap jewelry breaks easily;

Glass beads in tongue piercing jewelry can break on the teeth and cause damage to the oral mucosa and gastrointestinal tract;

Poor quality glass may crack when autoclaved;

Glass Jewelry Care

Wash in warm water and soap, wipe dry, treat with an antiseptic;

Storing glass jewelry:

It is advisable to use containers with soft walls;

Types of glass jewelry: rods, tunnels, struts, spirals;

Plastic (plastics)

They are widely used in the piercing industry.

Benefits of plastic products (plastics)

Large selection of jewelry;

Low price of finished products;

Ease of decoration;

Resistance to chemical reactions, biological safety and low ability to cause allergic reactions;

Resistance to damage and long service life of the finished product;

Can be used in winter or when visiting a sauna / bath;

Disadvantages of plastic jewelry

The presence of microscopic pores, which can become a place for the accumulation of microorganisms;

Not all types of plastics are heat sterilizable;

Individual allergic reactions;

Relatively inexpensive appearance;

Caring for jewelry made of plastic (plastic)

Wash in warm water and soap, remove particles of the epidermis, wipe dry, treat with an antiseptic;

Storing plastic jewelry

It is advisable to store it separately from metal jewelry;

Types of plastic (plastic) jewelry: most jewelry;

Polytetrafluoroethylene or fluoroplastic.

In addition to these two names, the most popular is the patented name - Teflon.

Benefits of Teflon Jewelry

High biological compatibility with tissues;

Not visible during X-ray diagnostics;

Teflon piercing jewelry is lightweight;

Does not magnetise;

Autoclavable;

Slowly changes the temperature and is comfortable to wear, both in winter and in a bath / sauna;

Disadvantages of Teflon Jewelry

There is evidence of harm to the body of Teflon;

The high cost of Teflon jewelry;

Small selection of available decorations;

Telona jewelry care

Do not use abrasive products, metal brushes for washing;

Wash with warm water and a sponge and treat with an antiseptic;

Storing Teflon Jewelry

Do not store with metal jewelry;

Avoid sudden changes in temperature;

Types of teflon jewelry: all types

Acrylic, plexiglass

Products for general use in all kinds of colors

The benefits of acrylic

The slippery surface makes these jewelry suitable for stretching pierced holes;

Inexpensive and beautiful jewelry;

They are lightweight and suitable for use in winter or in a bath / sauna;

Disadvantages of acrylic jewelry

It may lose its color during thermal sterilization;

Over time, jewelry will discolor and fade;

Brittle material that can crack and break;

Cannot be used as primary jewelry;

It attracts liquid to itself, which creates conditions for the reproduction of microorganisms;

For a long time without treatment, it may start to smell unpleasant;

Acrylic jewelry care

Wash and disinfect regularly

Avoid hitting hard surfaces;

Storage of acrylic jewelry

Store separately from metal jewelry;

Do not keep in direct sunlight;

It is undesirable to resort to thermal sterilization methods;

Types of acrylic jewelry: all kinds of jewelry;

Plastic ™

A new type of plastic that is widely used in medicine today

Benefits of Plastika ™

Non-toxic, non-allergenic;

There are several color types of material;

Can be used in various temperature conditions;

Disadvantages of Plastika ™

Expensive material;

Limited range of jewelry;

Not widely used in Europe

Caring for Plastik ™

Wash in soapy water, wipe dry and treat with an antiseptic solution;

Storage of jewelry from Plastik ™

Store separately from metal jewelry;

Avoid sudden temperature changes;

Types of plastic jewelry ™: all kinds of jewelry;

Piercing Jewelry Sizes

For people who choose jewelry and the craftsmen who work with them, it is necessary to know the specifics of the designation of the size of jewelry and their thickness (caliber).

Knowing the sizes of jewelry you need is necessary in order to:

Prepare the necessary needles for the master and the corresponding jewelry before starting work;

Do not have problems with threading jewelry after a puncture;

Speed ​​up the workflow;

Avoid mistakes when working;

Order the necessary work material and decorations in accordance with the need;

Understand the designations of American and other foreign manufacturers that use non-metric designations for the size and caliber of jewelry;

To the client:

Buy jewelry in online stores and regular stores, with an accurate idea of ​​what size and caliber of jewelry is exactly needed;

Piercing Jewelry Length

For straight rods, the length is determined from the inner surfaces of the balls screwed up to the stop;

For curved rods, the length is the distance between two perpendicular lines, lowered from the beginning of the balls wound up to the stop;

For rings and half rings, the length is the inner diameter of the jewelry;

The length of the labret is the distance from the cap to the ball twisted to the stop;

The length of the tunnel is the distance between the edges of the decoration (see picture)

The length of the nostril is the distance from the base of the ball to the beginning of the curl;

Jewelry gauges, metric sizes

In the USA, England, the concept of gauge (gauge or this abbreviation G) or designation in inches is used to denote the thickness of jewelry (then the sign "" "without quotation marks is used at the end);

The smaller the numerical indicator of the caliber, the larger its diameter (00G is larger than 22G);

Shown below a table by which you can compare the metric thickness of the jewelry with caliber or inches:

The length of jewelry made by manufacturers from the USA and Great Britain is also measured in inches. H

Below is the table by which you can compare the length of jewelry in inches and millimeters.

To facilitate the work of the master and reduce the problems associated with the choice of jewelry for the client, there are recommended sizes of jewelry for each type of piercing. Below is hovered table with optimal length and caliber of jewelry for different types piercing.

The information provided is not absolute, but reflects the general recommendations of the American Piercing Association.

You can convert the indicated sizes to metric by comparing them in the tables above.

If you want to buy quality piercing jewelry, then the most famous in the world manufacturers are:

Benefits of ear spacers

• Large selection of jewelry;

  Convenient for stretching the earlobe before installing a larger diameter tunnel;

  By using them, scalped enlargement of the tunnel opening can be avoided;

Disadvantages of ear spacers

Made from natural materials require constant care;

With a significant pulling force, rupture of the earlobe is possible;

It will not work to enlarge the size of the hole in the cartilage with spacers;

Ear spacers price: from 150 rubles. and higher;

Spirals;

There are several types of spirals.



Almost all metals allowed in the piercing industry are used in the manufacture of metal spirals;

Metal spirals differ in:

The number of turns of the spiral;

Distance between turns;

The metal they are made of;

The spirals that are used as jewelry for large-diameter piercing of the earlobes differ in:

Spiral material;

• Surface texture;

  The presence of fixing rings;

Advantages of metal spirals:

Appearance;

One decoration for multiple cartilage punctures;

Durability when used;

Disadvantages of metal spirals

It is necessary to observe the pitch of the spiral, for comfortable wearing of the jewelry;

A spiral with a large number of turns can be inconvenient when putting on jewelry;

Benefits of large diameter puncture coils

Large selection of jewelry;

Attractive appearance;

Disadvantages of coils for large diameter punctures

They are often confused in clothes, hair;

They are easily lost without fixing rings;

A limited number of piercings in which it can be used;

Spiral price: from 200 rubles. and higher;

Nose chain

Traditional Indian wedding decoration which requires nostril and ear piercings. A chain connects both jewelry.



Decorations for the wing of the nose, ear and chain are usually made of gold.

This decoration differs in:

Chain length;

The types of links used;

Additional decorations on the chain itself;

Nose chain benefits

Very attractive and ethnic look, looks expensive;

It is not a "pop" decoration on the territory of Russia;

Disadvantages of a nose chain

Requires 2 types of piercings;

A completely gold piece of jewelry is quite expensive;

You need to get used to such an adornment after the first dressing;

Out of habit, you can hook the chain and injure your nose or ear;

Nose chain + 2 rings (in the nostril and ear): from 600 rubles.;

Special jewelry for nipple piercing (nipple shield)

When piercing the nipple, special jewelry is often used that differ in appearance and can be attributed to barbells with decorative elements.

The nipple shield should completely or partially cover the areola of the nipple. In addition, it can be used to hold the nipple and prevent it from being pulled in.



Differences of the nipple shield

By the material from which it is made;

By the type of composition on the decoration;

Benefits of a nipple shield

Eliminates the problem of inverted nipple in girls;

Looks spectacular through clothes;

Allows to show breasts in cases of prohibitions on a bare nipple;

Disadvantages of the nipple shield

Some jewelry will not come out to be worn under clothes;

There may be injuries to the piercing canal when snagging on items of clothing;

High cost of jewelry;

Not all piercing jewelry stores have them in stock;

Nipple shield price: from 250 rubles;

Labret

It is a modified barbell. In this case, on one side of the decoration there is a non-removable hat, and on the other side of the decoration there is a removable ball. Initially, the jewelry was invented for piercing lips, cheeks, for less trauma to the teeth and comfortable wearing.



Labret species:

Length, diameter;

The material from which the decoration is made;

Removable attachment type;

Benefits of the labret

Doesn't spoil the teeth;

Instead of a ball, you can use other attachments (see barbell decoration);

Does not cause a defect in diction;

Ideal jewelry for piercings where one side of the jewelry must remain in the mouth;

Disadvantages of Labret

Too long a labret causes inconvenience, despite the presence of a cap, and not a ball, it injures the teeth;

In winter, chapped lips and local tissue frostbite are possible;

Labret price: from 200 rubles;

Nostrila

A curved piece of jewelry used in nose wing piercings. It has no retainer.



Types of nostril

Length and diameter;

By material;

On the visible part of the decoration;

Nostril benefits

Small, graceful decoration;

Well perceived by others;

Can be decorated with a precious stone;

Disadvantages of nostril

You must have experience to quickly dress them;

Decoration without additional fixation;

With a runny nose and intensive use of a handkerchief, internal damage to the nose is possible;

Noted prices: from 150 rubles;

Sterilization of piercing jewelry. Preparation for work.

Any primary jewelry (which is inserted immediately after puncture) must be sterile!

Jewelry made from:

Medical / Surgical Steel;

Implantation;

Titanium common and black;

Zirconium;

• Plastics;

  Organic glass;

Sterility means the complete absence of microorganisms, spores, viruses, fungi and prion protein on the surface (in our case, on the decoration).

What is sterility for:

The piercing canal will form without inflammation, and in the shortest possible time;

Sterile primary decoration allows you to avoid infection of the client with diseases that are transmitted through blood or lymph (hepatitis, HIV-AIDS, syphilis, etc.);

How to make primary jewelry sterile?

There are several types of sterilization for this:

Thermal;

Chemical;

Radiation;

Thermal sterilization is carried out in two ways:

Steam method

For this, autoclaves are used, and the sterilization process is called autoclaving. Modern autoclaves have sterilization programs.

Steam sterilization modes:

Air (dry heat sterilization)

For this, dry ovens are used. Exposition of jewelry at a temperature of 200 ° C - 10-20 minutes, at a temperature of 180 ° C - 20-40 minutes. Modern dry ovens contain programmed sterilization modes.

The advantages of thermal sterilization:

Simplicity;

Efficiency;

Availability;

Disadvantages of thermal sterilization:

Not all primary jewelry can withstand high pressure and temperature;

Chemical sterilization of primary jewelry is carried out by the following groups of substances:

Acid + oxidizing agent. Example - "Pervomur" 4.8% solution - 15 minutes;

Aldehyde. Example - 40% formaldehyde solution in ethyl alcohol. A paraformalin chamber is used for sterilization. Sterilization time 3 hours;

Detergents. Example: chlorhexidine digluconate. Sterilization time 5 minutes;

Haloids. Example: Povidone-iodine according to the instructions;

Benefits of chemical sterilization:

Does not require special equipment;

Availability;

Flaws:

High price for some types of sterilizing substances;

Perhaps a violation of the sterility of the jewelry with an expired solution, violation of sterilization regimes;

Radiation sterilization- is carried out by gamma irradiation in factory conditions. The jewelry is in sterile packaging.

Benefits of radiation sterilization:

Method reliability;

The product is sterile and ready to use;

All piercing jewelry can be sterilized by this method;

Disadvantages of radiation sterilization:

Requires special conditions and equipment;

A small amount of jewelry is initially sterilized by this method;

In addition, it should be remembered that the master must work with sterile instruments (needles, clamps, needle receivers), with sterile hands. The puncture is carried out only with a sterile skin surface. Only in this case all the rules of sterile work will be observed. Violation of at least one of these rules makes the surface of the piercing canal non-sterile and provokes the development of infectious complications of the piercing.

Note to the master: To facilitate the work and understand the rules of sterile work, you should familiarize yourself with the manuals for medical personnel and regime orders for asepsis and antiseptics.

OST 42-21-285. Sterilization and disinfection of medical devices. Methods, tools and modes.

Order of the USSR Ministry of Health of 31.07. 78g. No. 720 "On improving medical care patients with purulent surgical diseases and strengthening measures to combat nosocomial infection. "

Order of the Ministry of Health of the USSR dated 12.07.89. No. 408 "On measures to reduce the incidence of viral hepatitis in the country ”.

Quality control of wet and chamber disinfection in the CA and Navy. TsVMU MO, 1983

Temporary instruction on the collection and processing of blood for research on AIDS. TsVMU MO, No. 161 / 3/12637, 1987.

Piercing is on the list of services in almost every beauty salon. The fantasy of jewelers offering piercing jewelry knows no bounds.

Types of earrings (piers)

Piercing earrings are called piers. Their choice is huge: from simple rings to complex designs.

Jewelry requirements

1. Jewelry must have a smooth, easy-to-work surface.
2. The thread on the jewelry should be completely hidden under the ball.
3. Jewelry should not squeeze fabrics.

Rings

The most commonly used piers are rings. They use a ball or ring segment as a clasp, which makes it completely smooth. You can insert the ring into almost any part of the body, you just need to choose the right diameter of the circle and the thickness of the wire.

Circular

One of the varieties of the ring is the so-called "circular" - a horseshoe-like pier with two swirling balls. Circulars also differ in circle diameter, wire thickness and the size of the closing balls. Depending on this, circulars can be hung, for example, in the lobe and cartilage of the ear, nasal septum, eyebrow, nipple, navel and intimate parts of the body.

And if you imagine a circular, coiled in a spiral, you get a pier called "twisters". These earrings also come in large, medium and small. They are useful for piercing ears, eyebrows, nipples, navel.

Barbells

The main ones among the smoother piers are “barbells”, which means “barbells”. The name comes from the appearance, which really looks like a bodybuilder's projectile: balls are screwed onto a flat stick on both sides, and for more extreme personalities - cones or spiked balls.

The longest barbells (22-24 mm) are used for the initial tongue piercing. When the tongue is punctured, the so-called post-traumatic edema occurs, as a result of which it swells and increases significantly. If at this time the earring "reaps", unpleasant complications may arise, for example, the introduction of the ball into the fabric. Smaller "barbells" (sometimes called "dumbbells" due to their association with sports equipment) with a length of 6-10 mm and a wire thickness of 1.2-1.6 mm are suitable for piercing the eyebrow, nasal septum or intimate piercing.

Carnation Labreta

For the upper and lower lips, as well as for the dimple of the chin, an earring is used with the name "Labret's carnation", after the name of its inventor. It looks like a shortened barbell, ending on one side with a smooth plate, and on the other with a ball. The plate is located on the inside of the lip. For a feeling of complete comfort, its surface is not absolutely flat, but with a slight bend forward, towards the lip, in the form of a hemisphere. The length of the threaded stick itself is from 6 to 12 mm, the thickness of the wire is 1.2 and 1.6 mm. At the request of the client, the outer ball can be replaced with a cone, pyramid, ball with thorns or rhinestones.

Nostril

From many years of piercing practice, it became clear that the studs that are used to pierce the earlobe are not suitable for permanent wearing in the nose, or rather in the wing of the nose, as they are easily lost due to the lack of a lock. In addition, they can damage the nasal septum with their sharp tip. Therefore, a special form of a stud was developed, twisted in a spiral, which was called "nostril", or "nostril screw". At the moment of inserting the earrings, it must be screwed into the hole like a screw. Such an earring does not bring any inconvenience to its owner and is not lost. The outer part of the "nostril" has various forms, the most common of which is a small ball with a diameter of 2-3 mm or a ball with rhinestones. But there can also be cones, spirals, pyramids, squares, and even flies.

Banana

The most commonly used navel piercing earring is the banana. 90% of navel piercing clients are women; the development of new models is mainly designed for them. Banana is the most physiological earring for the navel: a slightly curved barbell (standard sizes: 1 cm length, 1.6 mm wire diameter) is very suitable for bending the body in this area and does not interfere with movement. In the classic version, the banana ends with balls on both sides. The larger ball is located directly in the recess of the navel (diameter 6-8 mm), and the smaller one is located in the upper part of the puncture, at the same time being a fastener (diameter 4-5 mm).

For people who pierce their navels, it is considered good form to have many different earrings and change them depending on the outfit. It can be bananas made of metals of various colors, decorated with crystal inserts, precious or semi-precious stones. In place of the lower ball, there can be a butterfly made of silver or gold, a lizard, a flower, a dice, or a heart covered with rhinestones.

Nowadays, piercing is becoming more and more popular. Various types of piercing allow anyone to choose among this jewelry what suits him best, and the sanitary and hygienic conditions provided by many tattoo studios with existing sterilization ovens and bactericidal chambers, offering punctures in various parts of the face and body, allow this procedure to be carried out painlessly and safely.

It should be noted that no matter what types of piercing you choose, it must be carried out in tattoo studios or salons where professionals of this business work, and not at home. Also, you should not trust all kinds of craftsmen who are ready to make holes or even cut anything for a reasonable fee just to get their money. Naturally, in such cases, there is no need to talk about hygiene, and the consequences can be tragic.

If you decide to get pierced, then be prepared to take care of the punctured places. Lack of hygiene in the piercing area can lead to the most unpleasant consequences. It is necessary to rinse the puncture site, as well as lubricate it with ointment, which specialists from a salon or tattoo studio will help you to find (usually chlorhexidine or miramistin is used for this purpose).

The types of piercings are so diverse that their total number can be estimated not only in hundreds, but also in thousands. Usually, the following groups are distinguished, subdivided into subspecies:

Eyebrow piercing heals within a month. It is distinguished by the painfulness of a puncture, so this piercing is especially appreciated among "knowledgeable" people. Typically, these piercings can be found on those who already have two or three piercings.

Nose piercing is divided into two types: a puncture of the nostril (it has become especially popular now) and a puncture of the nasal septum. It is not so easy to find a professional who knows how to do it correctly, but we will be happy to help you with this. If you have pierced your nose, keep in mind that when applying cosmetics, you must ensure that the puncture site remains clean, so if you cannot imagine yourself without makeup, it is better to choose another type of piercing.

Lip piercing is also a fairly common type of piercing. Today, lips are pierced in various places - in the middle, along the edges. Usually lip piercings heal in about one to two months, during which time problems with food intake and diction may appear. It is best to avoid consuming foods that contain a lot of spices. As well as alcohol. By the way, due to restrictions on food after a lip piercing, people often lose one or two kilograms in weight.

Belly button piercing is becoming more and more popular among young people. However, before making such a puncture, it is worth knowing that its healing lasts for four months, during which physical exertion on the abdominal muscles should be avoided.

Nipple piercing c heals in about one to three months. A pleasant surprise after the puncture, there will be a slight increase in the size of the nipples.

Ear piercing is not even always considered a piercing, it is so common. Modern ear piercings include piercing of the earlobe as well as cartilage. auricle... The earlobe usually heals within one to two weeks. It may take about a month for the cartilage puncture to heal. Recently, tunnels are becoming more common - especially large cylinders inserted into the earlobe and having different sizes in diameter.

Tongue piercing heals within one to two weeks, during which you will have to experience minor problems with eating and talking (depending on the location of the jewelry when piercing the tongue), so please note that you will have to give up hot and spicy foods for a while. Today, tongue piercing has become widespread.

Intimate piercing It is usually used to diversify and enhance sexual sensations. It should be remembered that for a week or two after the puncture, you must refrain from sex and carefully look after the puncture.

You can choose the following types of piercing jewelry:

Barbell also called barbell, is a stick with two balls at the ends, which is used for all types of piercing. The balls can be rolled with stones of different colors or without them. There are also peaks or other shapes.

Rings or Half Rings - Circulars also suitable for any area of ​​the body and also available with or without stones.

Claws or Extenders allow you to stretch the puncture to the required size to insert into them Tunnel... They have different diameters and cone lengths.

Labretta is a stick with a ball at one end and a cone or flat head at the other. Usually used for lip piercings.

Brought or Bananabell is a curved stick with balls at the ends. The balls come in different sizes. They also come with or without colored stones.

Nostrill designed specifically for the nose. This curved stick has one decoration at the end and can be in different variations, both with or without a stone.

Retainer or anti-healing agent- piercing jewelry of any kind in a transparent color. Such jewelry allows you to simultaneously prevent the puncture from overgrowing and make the piercing invisible.

Twist- a stick in the form of a squiggle inserted into two holes at once.

Tunnel or plug- a tube resembling a spool of thread. Allows you to increase the puncture to a fairly significant size.

Microdermal- piercing, which is held due to the implanted part of the jewelry into the skin. Looks very interesting and unusual

The studio has a large assortment of piercing jewelry, which you can familiarize yourself with directly with us.

The art of piercing has an ancient and glorious tradition. Since ancient times, combat victories and significant stages of a person's life have been marked with rings and other inserts.

Piercing of intimate areas was an ancient secret of initiates, which allowed priests and shamans to make a more vivid impression. All secrets are revealed today. At your service are experienced craftsmen with at least 5 years of work experience, sterile conditions, disposable materials and excellent surgical steel.

The piercing consultation is free of charge. For your convenience, pre-registration is valid. The master will definitely be able to give you time and you will not have to wait in line.

What kind of piercing do you prefer? Defiant, erotic? Secret? Want something special? Piercing is a special art of fearlessness and frankness. Feel free to ask "uncomfortable" questions.

Salon masters are far from beginners and are ready to give practical advice if you need it. Or just fulfill your wish without further ado.

A simple piercing is done in a few minutes. Immediately after the pain relief kicks in (you can skip the pain relief and opt for a great cup of tea or coffee instead)

* Complex body modifications are not included in the standard price list. We are ready to discuss various ideas and safely implement the wildest fantasies. Feel free to talk about your desires. Artistic and medical education masters, great experience - completely at your disposal.

Body modification prices

Prices for piercings in St. Petersburg are quite acceptable, they do not change after the announcement at the consultation. The cost of the piercing includes a selected care jewelry made of surgical alloy steel.