Titanium jewellery for the ear
Titanium jewellery for the ear — 31 models in stock. Titanium is the metal most often recommended for fresh piercings.
- MaterialTitanium
- Size1.2 mm for cartilage, 1–1.2 mm for the lobe
- Healingfrom 6 months
- In stock31 models
How to choose
Titanium is the metal most often recommended for fresh piercings. It is light, contains no nickel and does not oxidise in contact with lymph, so a reaction to it is rarer than to any alloy.
Size and material
| Setting | No inserts — 8 models, Cubic zirconia — 7 models, Opal — 2 models, Glass crystals — 1 model. |
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| Thickness | 1.2 mm — 19 models, 1 mm — 4 models, 0.8 mm — 1 model. The thickness must match the one the piercing was made with. |
| Length / diameter | 8 mm — 18 models, 6 mm — 16 models, 10 mm — 13 models, 12 mm — 11 models, 11 mm — 1 model. For bars this is the length between the ends; for rings, the inner diameter. |
| Diameter | 8 mm — 13 models, 10 mm — 10 models, 6 mm — 4 models, 12 mm — 3 models, 11 mm — 3 models. A smaller diameter sits tighter, a larger one looser and more visible. |
| Thread | Internal thread — 11 models, Threadless — 11 models, External thread — 6 models. An internal thread is hidden in the bar and does not scratch the channel. |
Shapes in this selection
- Labret 11 models
- Clicker 11 models
- Circular barbell 4 models
- Micro labret 2 models
- Curved barbell 1 model
- Barbell 1 model
FAQ
Why is titanium better than steel?
Titanium is about half the weight and contains no nickel. 316L steel is also fit for wearing, but there is nickel in it, and people sensitive to nickel feel it. For a fresh piercing titanium is the safer choice.
Can titanium be worn all the time?
Yes. Titanium does not oxidise in contact with lymph and does not change colour, so it is not taken off at night or in the shower. The jewellery is worth removing only for cleaning — and only from a healed piercing: a fresh channel is not left empty.
Which size should I choose?
The typical size for this zone is 1.2 mm for cartilage, 1–1.2 mm for the lobe. Jewellery smaller than needed presses on the channel, bigger — catches on clothes and hair. The exact size of each model is given on its page.
How long does an ear piercing take to heal?
The lobe heals in 6–8 weeks, cartilage — from 6 months to a year. Do not rush to change jewellery in cartilage: premature changes cause most bumps.
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