Wearing a nose ring too tight can cause some serious issues. A too-tight ring will pull and irritate the tissue. Because that tissue will be swollen at first and during the initial phases of the healing process, your jewelry will need to fit a little loose in order to accommodate for this.
What size is my septum ring?
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.6 Jan 2020
How do I know what size my septum piercing is?
To find your Septum size, we recommend you measure the inner diameter of a septum ring you already have. With a pen, on a sheet of paper, mark the inner sides on opposite sides. Then take the ring away and measure the distance you have between both lines.
What is the standard size septum ring?
16g
What length are septum rings?
Because circular barbells, seamless rings, and clickers are typically worn in septum rings, the length mostly applies to jewelry worn in nostril piercings. However, septum tusks can also be worn. For a septum tusk, it's important to get the right length; the most common lengths of septum tusks are 25mm, 40mm, and 50mm.4 Oct 2021
What size septum ring do I need?
What Size of Septum Ring Do You Normally Get Pierced With? The most common gauge for a septum piercing is 16G or 16-gauge. However, the piercer you choose may go up or down in sizes based on your anatomy and preferences. While 16G is often the starter gauge, some people go a size down (18 gauge) or a size up to 14G.