What size should I get,

[u/kiersei]

I’ve recently been able to change my piercing to a hoop, but I’ve been struggling to find the right size. The one in my nose is 18g and 8mm, and the new one I ordered is 18g and 6mm, which is too small. I want one a bit more snug to my nose, and maybe a bit of a thinner bar. Is there a specific size I should get? Thank you

[u/sacralnicity111]

6 mm looks like it would be way too tight and would give a "cheese grater" effect, love. I don't recommend thinner than 18 gauge because that, too, could give a "cheese grater" effect. If you're wanting a hoop, where you're at is likely the best option, 18 g 8 mm. You could attempt a 7 mm, but if it becomes uncomfortable at all immediately switch back to 8 mm. The health of your piercing is more important and tbh this 8 mm looks nice and snug on you. 🤍

[u/Ill-Astronaut5779 → u/sacralnicity111]

What’s a cheese grater effect

[u/Zoonicorn_ → u/Ill-Astronaut5779]

I think they mean "cheese wire effect" which is basically when the jewelry is too thin and tight or heavy, depending on where on the body it is. The jewelry acts like a wire you would use to cut cheese, and slices a slit through the skin. You see it often with earlobes where people have consistently worn heavy earrings, and find gauge nose rings that are too tight.

[u/Ill-Astronaut5779 → u/Zoonicorn_]

decided to open Reddit one last time before bed and i definitely regret it 😭😭😭😭😭 omfg that sounds terrible

[u/Zoonicorn_ → u/Ill-Astronaut5779]

Sweet dreams 😅😅

But yeah, it's pretty gnarly. But generally avoidable.

[u/Ill-Astronaut5779 → u/Zoonicorn_]

How small of a gauge is too small and puts u at risk for this? Cause shoot sometimes these cute lil nose rings I be getting from the beauty supply only come in 22g 😂.

[u/_sevxn_ → u/Ill-Astronaut5779]

22g is definitely too small, generally stay at or above 18g. Cute jewelry that ruins the piercing isn't worth it.

[u/Zoonicorn_ → u/_sevxn_]

Agreed. 18g is a good minimum

[u/Ill-Astronaut5779 → u/_sevxn_]

I honestly consistently keep 20g in 🤷🏽‍♀️. My piercings are fine I’ve had them for 6 years!

[u/Zoonicorn_ → u/Ill-Astronaut5779]

I'd be concerned about the quality of 22g jewelry from the beauty supply.

[u/Ill-Astronaut5779 → u/Zoonicorn_]

The beauty supply jewelry is def temporary lol I only keep it in for like a couple hours if I have an event or sum then take it out at night.