How do you remove press-fit jewelry?
The decorative press-fit end has an attached pin that, when adjusted to have a slight bend, fits securely in place inside a hollow press-fit post. To remove, simply pull the two pieces apart, pulling the decorative end away first, then removing the press-fit post from the piercing.
What is a push pin nose piercing?
Push pin jewelry, also known as push pop, push fit and threadless jewelry, is a popular style of labret jewelry. These threadless labrets make great jewelry for lip piercings, cheek piercings, nose piercings, and cartilage piercings.
What is press fit jewelry?
Press-fit jewelry, a “snap-together” threadless system, is a popular alternative to threaded jewelry. A complete piece of press-fit jewelry is made up of two individual pieces that fit together: a post and a removable end.
What gauge is a nose piercing usually?
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.
How big should the press fit be on a nose piercing?
For both healing and healed piercings, the design on the press-fit end should be at least 1.5mm or larger. It can be tricky to change press-fit jewelry in a nostril piercing without help from a piercer. The post should be inserted first from the inside of your nose.
How do you attach a decorative end to a nose piercing?
With the post in your piercing and while holding it in place on the inside of your nose, line the decorative end up so it slides into the hollow post, and then push the two pieces together until secured. If you have a piercer in your area who is familiar with press-fit jewelry, it’s a good idea to have him or her help.
What are curved press-fit piercing posts?
Curved press-fit posts with gem ends are sold as a complete set, while plain curved press-fit posts are sold separately from the matching removable ball end. This gives you the option to dress up the top half of your piercing by choosing from a wide variety of gemstones or ornate gold designs, in place of a titanium ball.
Do all press-fit posts fit in all gauges?
All press-fit posts and ends in our store fit interchangeably in any universal press-fit post, regardless of the gauge. That said, there are some styles and sizes that tend to work better in some piercings than others, and it’s important to get the correct size for your piercing.