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Yes. Implant grade titanium is completely nickel-free, making it ideal for sensitive skin and new piercings. While 316LVM implant grade steel can be safe, it may still contain trace amounts of nickel. For clients with sensitivities or for initial piercings, ASTM F-136 titanium is generally considered the safest and most biocompatible option.

Implant grade titanium (ASTM F-136 or ASTM F-1295) is a medical-grade material specifically tested for biocompatibility and long-term use inside the human body. It is nickel-free, lightweight, and highly resistant to corrosion, making it one of the safest materials for body piercings, especially fresh or healing piercings. When choosing titanium body jewellery, always look for verified implant grade standards rather than generic “surgical steel” claims.

Only if it is solid, nickel-free gold designed specifically for body piercings. High-quality 14k or 18k nickel-free gold body jewellery is safe for fresh piercings when manufactured to professional standards. However, gold-plated jewellery or fashion jewellery should never be used in healing piercings. Always ensure your gold piercing jewellery is designed for professional body piercing use and not made by fashion brands.

ASTM F-136 is an international certification standard for implant grade titanium. It confirms the material meets strict medical requirements for composition, strength, and biocompatibility. If jewellery is labelled ASTM F-136 titanium, it means it is verified implant grade and suitable for body piercings.

The safest materials for fresh piercings are: • ASTM F-136 implant grade titanium • 14k or 18k nickel-free solid gold (designed for body piercing)

Low-quality jewellery often contains unknown metal alloys, nickel, or poor surface polishing. Rough finishes and improper threading can trap bacteria and cause inflammation. Professional implant grade body jewellery is mirror polished, internally threaded or threadless, and manufactured to medical standards, reducing irritation and promoting healthier healing.

Internally threaded jewellery has the threading inside the post, meaning the decorative end screws into it. This prevents sharp edges from passing through the piercing channel. Externally threaded jewellery has exposed threading on the post itself, which can irritate or damage a healing piercing. Professional piercing studios use internally threaded or threadless jewellery for safety and comfort.

Threadless jewellery uses a push-fit pin system rather than screw threading. The decorative end is secured by tension, making it secure while minimising irritation. Threadless implant grade titanium jewellery is widely used in professional piercing studios due to its safety, ease of use, and clean aesthetic.

Jewellery should only be changed once a piercing is fully healed. For fresh or healing piercings, it’s always safest to have jewellery changed by a professional piercer to avoid irritation, trauma, or improper sizing.

Implant grade jewellery is manufactured using certified medical-grade materials, precision machining, and strict quality control processes. You are paying for: • Biocompatibility • Verified metal standards • Superior polish and finish • Long-term safety • Reduced risk of irritation High-quality piercing jewellery is an investment in your healing and comfort.

For sensitive skin, implant grade titanium (ASTM F-136). It is completely nickel-free, lightweight, and highly biocompatible. Nickel-free solid 14k or 18k gold designed for body piercings is also suitable. Avoid fashion jewellery, plated jewellery, or materials without verified implant grade certification.

Yes, low-quality jewellery containing nickel or mixed alloys can trigger allergic reactions, swelling, itching, and prolonged irritation. Choosing implant grade titanium or verified nickel-free gold body jewellery significantly reduces the risk of allergic reactions and promotes safer healing.

Jewellery sizing depends on the piercing placement, anatomy, and stage of healing. Common gauges include: • 1.2mm / 16g for many ear and cartilage piercings • 1mm / 18g for certain ear or nostril piercings • 14g for navel, tongue, nipple, scaffold and bridge piercings Length should allow room for initial swelling during healing. A professional piercer should always size jewellery correctly to avoid pressure or migration.

Healing times vary depending on the piercing location. For example: • Earlobes: approximately 8–12 weeks • Cartilage piercings: 6–12 months • Navel piercings: 6–12 months Jewellery should only be changed once fully healed, unless downsizing is advised by a professional piercer.

Yes. Solid 14k or 18k nickel-free gold is safe for body piercings when designed for professional use. Gold-plated jewellery can wear down over time, exposing base metals that may cause irritation or allergic reactions. For long-term wear and healing piercings, always choose solid gold body jewellery.

While jewellery alone does not “speed up” healing, high-quality implant grade jewellery reduces irritation, inflammation, and allergic reactions, all of which support smoother healing. Low-quality jewellery can delay healing by causing microtrauma and ongoing irritation.