Can you get pierced with an 8mm septum?
8mm is a popular size for helix piercings and nose piercings because it fits comfortably but is still discrete. Most of these products are ball closure rings and circular barbells – both incredibly versatile pieces of piercing jewellery.
What size is a normal septum piercing in mm?
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.
What gauge is 8mm septum ring?
GAUGE CONVERSION CHART:
| Gauge | Millimeter | Inch |
|---|---|---|
| 2g | 6mm | 1/4″ |
| 1g | 7mm | |
| 0g | 8mm | 5/16″ |
| 00g | 9mm to 10mm | 3/8″ |
How big is the hole for a septum piercing?
Usually, your septum will have been pierced with 16g/1.2mm jewellery, or 14g/1.6mm. If you’re looking to stretch it to be an even bigger hole, you need to go super slowly as the cartilage will start to migrate up the nose.
What is 8mm in gauge size?
5/16″
Ear Gauge to MM Conversion Table
| Gauge | Millimeters(mm) | Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 0g | 8 mm | 5/16″ |
| 00g | 10 mm | 3/8″ |
| 11 mm | 7/16″ | |
| 12 mm | 1/2″ |
What size is 8g in mm?
3.264 mm
| gauge | inches decimal | millimeters |
|---|---|---|
| 8g | 0.129″ | 3.264 mm |
| 6g | 0.162″ | 4.115 mm |
| 0.188″ | 4.762 mm | |
| 4g | 0.204″ | 5.189 mm |
Do septums shrink?
Something to consider is that septum’s are amazing at staying open and keeping size. While they can shrink, it’s also not uncommon for a septum to remain at a 10 or 8 g for years without ever wearing jewelry. As such, any stretching should be considered a permanent modification.
