Below, we will list and detail the most commonly used gauges for nose piercing. Still, before we do that, it's worth noting that gauges are growing larger with the decreasing number. That said, size 00G which seems to be the smaller size for a gauge, is in fact extremely tiny, while 20 and size 22 are super-thin.24 Jul 2020
Is an 18 gauge nose ring bigger than a 20 gauge?
The higher the number, the smaller the gauge. If your piercing is a 18 gauge then the 20 gauge would be slightly smaller.
How do I know what size my nose ring is?
- Ask your piercer for help.
- Compare an existing piece of jewelry to a printed gauge card.
- Use a caliper or micrometer.
- Gauge measurement wheels.
- Drill gauge.
- Can you fully close the hoop?
Is a 22G nose ring too small?
Most nose piercings are done at 18 gauge. Occasionally, people choose to go down as small as 22 gauge, but if you didn't intentionally downsize, then you most likely don't wear such a thin gauge.
How small should a nose ring be?
Standard sizing for nose rings is normally a 20 gauge; this means the thickness of the portion that goes through the piercing is approximately . 8 millimeters. Piercings done in India, the Middle East, or very select areas of the US, UK, Australia, or Europe may use the tiniest size: 22 gauge.11 May 2017