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How long do you leave tapers in before putting plugs in?
How long should I wait between each stretch?
- 16g to 14g – 1-2 months.
- 14g to 12g – 1-2 months.
- 12g to 10g – 2-3 months.
- 10g to 8g – 2-3 months.
- 8g to 6g – 3-4 months.
- 6g to 4g – 3-4 months.
- 4g to 2g – 3-4 months.
- 2g to 0g – 4-5 months.
How long should you leave ear stretchers in?
Because of the fact that everyone’s body reacts differently, this answer varies. It is recommended that you wait at least 6 weeks in between stretches. This will give your earlobes time to heal up and become a little loose. However, we recommend that you wait 2-6 months between each stretch.
How long does it take for size 6 gauges to close?
Once it fits properly, go down another size until you reach the smallest gauge. Once you reach this point, your hole should be able to close on its own. This entire process usually takes at least 2 months. You can also help your ears along the road to healing by cleaning and massaging them with oils and moisturizers.
Is it OK to leave tapers in your ears?
They are only for wearing in healed stretches as jewelry because they are porous and can carry too much bacteria. Once your ears are healed, stone tapers are a really pretty choice of jewelry. In general, tapers are only recommended for wearing in smaller gauges as jewelry.
How do you start stretching your ears with tapers?
Begin pushing the taper through the hole, inserting the thinner side into the piercing first. Go slowly. If you experience any discomfort, you’ve done too much. Put your plug in at the thicker end of the taper so you can insert it into the stretched piercing immediately.
How do I choose the right ear taper for my ears?
Initially you should purchase both tapers and long term ear stretching jewelry in the gauges you will be stretching to. Make sure you really like what you are buying as ideally they will be worn for at least a month before you gauge up to the next size. Keep in mind that while gauging up you will need a lubricant of some kind.
How often should I tape my ear plugs to get bigger?
Repeat every 2-3 weeks until you get to a bigger size. The few wraps of tape on your plugs will help to slowly and safely stretch your ears. Taping takes longer than using a taper, but it will help you keep your ear lobes thick and healthy for the bigger sized gauges.
How can I reduce the size of my ear gauges?
Sea salt soaks may help, but aren’t necessary. Warnings! Don’t skip sizes, and be sure to leave enough time between stretches for your ears to heal. Be sure to use a lubricant, or you risk injuring your ear. Tapers work best for smaller gauges (under 00). Once you get to larger sizes, there’s more of a jump in size between gauges.
Should I buy tapers or long term Ear stretching jewelry?
Initially you should purchase both tapers and long term ear stretching jewelry in the gauges you will be stretching to. Make sure you really like what you are buying as ideally they will be worn for at least a month before you gauge up to the next size.