Q: How do I know if a curved barbell or straight barbell is better for my piercing?   -Brandon

A: To be honest, it all comes down to where your piercing is. Rooks, eyebrows, anti-tragus, snug, and belly button piercings? They’re made for curved barbells. Most other spots, like your lip, tongue, or cartilage, start with straight jewelry (except orbitals or daiths). Once you're healed and thriving, you can totally experiment with circular styles and see what feels comfy. Just don’t try to force curved barbells into daiths, bridge piercings, or nipples... that’s a no from me! 💖

Q: How can I tell if my jewelry is too short or too long? -Grace

A: Getting the perfect jewelry fit is lowkey so important. Your barbell should sit snug against your skin, not pressing in like it’s trying to fight you, but not hanging out like it’s looking to catch on your hoodie strings either. It’s all about that ✨Goldilocks zone✨ not too tight, not too loose. You don’t want it so short that it’s hard to grip when you’re ready for a switch-up, but also not so long that it’s flopping around causing chaos. If you’re not 100% sure about your fit, don’t stress. Pop in to your favorite piercer and ask them to measure it for you (seriously, they’re pros at this). Or if you already have a piece that fits like a dream, grab a digital caliper online and measure it yourself, super easy, and kind of satisfying honestly. Happy piercing, and may your jewelry always fit just right! 💫

Disclaimer: Body Candy is only here to give you fun and helpful advice and information when it comes to getting pierced. Always consult a professional piercer to make sure a new piercing is right for you!