Piercing Materials

Piercing Jewelry Materials

Piercing jewelry is made from various high-quality materials, each with unique properties. Below is an overview of the most commonly used materials in our shop:

Titanium

Titanium is the ideal material for first-time and healed piercings due to its hypoallergenic properties and compliance with the EU Nickel Directive.

Specification: Titanium Ti6AL-4V-ELI, ASTM F136.
Advantages: Lightweight (half the weight of steel), twice as strong, and suitable for sterilization processes.
Usage: Available in polished or anodized colors, perfect for first piercings.

Surgical Steel (SS316L)

Surgical steel is a widely used material for body jewelry.

Specification: ASTM F138 and ISO 5832-1.
Advantages: Durable, flexible, and shinier than titanium.
Usage: Suitable for healed piercings, but less ideal for first piercings due to its higher weight.

Black Steel

Black Steel is created by applying a PVD coating (Physical Vapor Deposition) over SS316L steel.

Advantages: Creates a hardened, biocompatible layer.
Note: Cheaper variants may discolor faster. Choose black titanium as a safer alternative.

Zircon Steel

A less popular choice due to its lighter brightness but offers benefits like hypoallergenic properties and durability.

Usage: Primarily used for tunnels and nose piercings.

Gold PVD (24K)

Gold-plated piercing jewelry with a PVD layer of 24K gold.

Advantages: Luxurious appearance and biocompatible.
Usage: Only suitable for healed piercings; not recommended for stretching ears.

Rose Gold PVD

Rose gold-plated piercings with a PVD coating of a 14-22K rose gold alloy.

Advantages: Elegant appearance and pairs well with other jewelry.
Usage: Ideal for healed piercings.

Bioplast®

Bioplast® is a flexible and hypoallergenic plastic material, perfect for first piercings.

Advantages: Adapts to body temperature, reduces swelling, and speeds up healing.
Usage: Available in various colors and can be sterilized in an autoclave.

Niobium

Niobium is a pure, nickel-free metal that can be anodized in various colors.

Advantages: Hypoallergenic, comfortable, and visually appealing.
Usage: Suitable for both first-time and healed piercings.

Organic Materials

Natural materials like horn, bone, and wood.

Advantages: Unique and traditional aesthetics.
Usage: Not suitable for first piercings or use in humid conditions.

Silver (92.5 Sterling)

Silver is primarily used for navel piercings and earrings.

Advantages: Rhodium-plated for extra shine and protection.
Usage: Only suitable for healed piercings.

UV Acrylic

Acrylic jewelry is colorful and affordable.

Advantages: Available in hundreds of designs.
Usage: Not suitable for first piercings; cannot be sterilized in an autoclave.

Enamel (Emaille)

Enamel offers creative freedom and durability.

Advantages: Scratch-resistant, durable, and chemically resistant.
Usage: Applied as a decorative coating on metal jewelry for a unique look.

CoCr NF (Cobalt-Chrome)

A strong, nickel-free metal with a luxurious appearance.

Advantages: Hypoallergenic, rust-free, and visually appealing.
Usage: Suitable for both first-time and healed piercings.

14K and 18K Gold

14K Gold: Contains 58.3% pure gold. Ideal for daily wear and healed piercings.
18K Gold: Contains 75% pure gold. More luxurious and hypoallergenic but softer and more prone to scratches.

Summary
From titanium to gold, Bioplast®, and organic materials, each material has unique benefits. Whether you’re getting your first piercing or upgrading your style, we’re here to help you make the best choice!

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