Hot Topic has a large selection of body jewelry. Our products come in a wide array of styles, sizes and materials. Consult this page for more information on what styles, sizes and materials we carry so you can find what may be best for you. This page contains suggestions only. Please consult your local professional body piercer for official information on care, cleaning, sizing and more. Body jewelry cannot be returned if opened.

Materials

Sizes

Additional FAQs

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Materials

Professional body piercers typically use surgical stainless steel and titanium for initial piercings. Once healed, people may experiment with different materials and styles depending on their sensitivities to materials. Please consult the Association of Professional Piercers (APP) for their standards on acceptable materials for new and healed piercings: https://www.safepiercing.org/safe_piercing_faq.php

Sizes

The size of a piece of body jewelry is determined by its gauge, length, and inside diameter. The gauge is the thickness of the jewelry shaft. The smaller the gauge number, the thicker the jewelry is.

Additional FAQs

Q: What gauge am I?

A: Because there is no universal sizing system for body jewelry, we strongly recommend checking with your local professional piercer to determine the appropriate gauge and length.

Q: How do I clean and care for my piercing?

A: It's always best to check with your local professional piercer regarding cleaning procedures. Please consult the APP website for care procedures: https://www.safepiercing.org/docs/APP_Body_Aftercare-2016rev-web.pdf If you need recommended cleaning supplies for your piercings, find product here.

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