Internally threaded jewelry is a much safer option but, with any piercing, you still could run into trouble—particularly if you have an allergy to a specific type of metal. “Most people have an allergy to nickel,” notes Keith Thompson, adding that nickel is often used on lower-quality jewelry.
What does it mean if jewelry is internally threaded?
Internally threaded jewelry has no screw on any part of the piece that’s being worn in the body. This means the jewelry is completely smooth when it passes through your piercing.
What’s wrong with externally threaded jewelry?
The externally threaded jewelry has threads on the bar, causing tissue damage and pain every time it’s inserted or removed. The Internally threaded jewelry has threading on the inside of the bar, allowing for smooth insertion.
How do you clean internally threaded jewelry?
The answer is yes, you can. What you need are antibacterial soap and some warm water. Scrub your jewelry lightly to remove any debris, and feel free to soak the jewelry for a few minutes before rinsing them.
How is the septum pierced?
First, your piercer will mark the “sweet spot” (where the actual piercing will occur). Then, your piercer will hold the cartilage in place with either septum forceps, a receiving tube, or nothing (also called freehand). The needle is then inserted using a taper, and the jewelry is threaded through and secured.
How do I know if my thread is internal or external?
On an internal thread, the minor diameter occurs at the crests and the major diameter occurs at the roots. On an external thread, the major diameter is at the thread crests, and the minor diameter is at the thread roots.
What does it mean if a piercing is externally threaded?
Externally threaded jewelry means that the screw pattern is cut into the barbell, or part of the jewelry itself, that will pass through the body. The receiving or ball end has the hole in it, which the jewelry will screw into. This type of jewelry is recommended for healed piercings.
How long does it take for my septum piercing to close?
Yes, septum piercings do close if kept out. It however, depends how long you’ve had it for. If you haven’t had the piercing for very long, it can take up to 24 hours for it to fully close, while the exterior will be open for much longer.
What is an internally threaded nose stud?
Whereas a traditional externally threaded bar uses threads (screw ends) on the bar, an internally threaded barbell has its threads on the ball, which then screw into the bar. This means that the end of the bar is smooth and passes cleanly through your piercing.
Can I shower with body candy jewelry?
Make sure you remove your jewelry before styling your hair or showering as the chemicals in your hair and skin products can cause build-up, tarnish and other damage to your jewelry.
Is body candy jewelry sterilized?
But yes, if someone wants to give away some of their old body jewelry, it is certainly possible to wear it. To truly be safe though, you should have these pieces sterilized in an autoclave.
Can I use hydrogen peroxide to clean body jewelry?
To clean your jewelry, place them in a hydrogen peroxide solution and ensure they are fully immersed. Let them soak for a couple of minutes before removing and air-drying them.
