What gauge should a labret piercing be?

16 gauge
The labret is usually pierced with a flat back barbell because a ring would need to be very large to accommodate for swelling, especially because it is in the middle of the lip. The labret is usually pierced with a 16 gauge or a 14 gauge, but it can be done in an 18 gauge for some individuals.

What is a BioFlex labret?

Our Bioflex Labret Studs make it easy to keep your labret piercings looking and feeling great. They are flexible and biocompatible – perfect for difficult piercings, X-rays and visits to the dentist.

Is BioFlex good for piercings?

BioFlex multi-use tubes are a clever new type of BioFlex Bar that can be used in almost any body piercing. These flexible tubes are great for your piercings because they reduce stress due to movement, reduce healing times and are completely metal-free – great if you have a hard-to-heal or sensitive piercing.

What is smaller 18 gauge or 20 gauge?

Thanks for your question! This will fit but may be slightly loose, as 20 gauge is thinner than 18 gauge. However, if it is only being worn for a short period of time and with minimal movement, it will stay in place and serve the purpose of retaining the piercing.

Is Bioplast piercing safe?

Bioplast is a form of medical “plastic” that is safe for piercings. It makes an excellent material for initial piercings and those with sensitive skin due to its biocompatibility, and flexible nature.

How do you use a BioFlex labret?

Insert the taper from the front of your piercing so that the tip is sticking out from the back of your piercing, line up the Bioflex post with the tip of the taper, then simply push the post through to the front while pulling out the taper.

Is 18G thicker than 16G?

Small gauges will have a thinner bar but a larger number (like 20G), and large gauges will have a thicker bar but a smaller number (like 14G)….Inches & Millimeters Gauge Conversion Chart:

Gauge	Inches	Millimeters
20G	.032″	0.81mm
18G	.040″	1.0mm
16G	.050″	1.2mm
14G	.064″	1.6mm

Is 18G smaller than 14G?

Gauge sizes go up (or down, depending on how you look at it) in even numbers from there, so the next largest size from an 18g is 16g, then 14g, then 12g, and so on. When you get to 0g, the next size is 00g (pronounced “double zero gauge”). 00g is equal to about 3/8 of an inch.