What is the thinnest septum ring size?

The most common gauge for septum piercings is 16 gauge (approx. 1.2mm thick), however, your piercer may decide to use a different gauge depending on your individual anatomy. While 16G is the typical starter gauge, some people choose to size down to 18 gauge (approx. 1.0mm thick) or size up to 14 gauge (approx.

Can I get a thin septum piercing?

Ideally, that bit of flesh is the “sweet spot” that piercers use for septum piercings. If yours is especially thin or nonexistent, a piercer could go through the cartilage, but that hurts more and takes longer to heal. If you’re a stickler for symmetry but have a deviated septum, your piercing won’t be centered.

Is 14g bigger than 16g?

As the numbers go up the size gets smaller. 14 IS thicker than 16. The lower the number, the thicker the gauge so 16g is thinner than a 14g.

What happens if nose ring is too small?

A piece that is too small will put pressure on your piercing. In addition to it feeling too tight, it will also feel like it’s slowly cutting into your skin (because it is).

Can you get a thin septum piercing?

What gauge is a nose ring?

18 gauge
Nose piercing is usually done with an 18 gauge (1.02mm) post. After a nose piercing heals, most people switch to a 20 gauge (. 81mm) post because it is thinner and leaves a smaller hole. A post thinner than 20 gauge is not recommended for most nose piercings.

What is the smallest size septum ring you can get?

The smallest gauge size we suggest is 18g. If you are speaking of the diameter, most common is 5/16″ 8mm. We make custom septum jewelry if you are in need of a petite, small septum ring.

What is the average size of a septum piercing?

While 16G is the typical starter gauge, some people choose to size down to 18 gauge (approx. 1.0mm thick) or size up to 14 gauge (approx. 1.6mm thick). What is the standard septum ring size? There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to inner diameter and piercings.

Should septum jewelry fit tight or loose?

No, your septum jewelry should not be such a close fit that it feels tight or constricting.

What is the smallest ring size you can put in yourself?

The smallest gauge you should use is 18 or 20, but watch for pain, irritation, or beginning stages of the “cheese cutter effect” where the jewelry starts to migrate out through the skin. The smallest diameter ring I’ve been physically able to put in myself is 5/16ths inch. This has been the smallest I could find in a store.