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Picking Out Curved Barbells

It is important to choose the right size and material for your piercing jewellery as your body may react differently to different materials. Getting the right size of curved barbell is important for the health of your piercing.

Size: Curved Barbells are measured by the length and gauge. The first number is the gauge (displayed in mm) and the second is the diameter e.g. 1.2 x 10mm. To measure the length of a curved barbell, measure from one end of the bar to the other in a straight line, without the add on balls.
Material: Choosing a high quality material such as titanium will provide you with a hypoallergenic material that is perfect for everyday use. Surgical steel is also a good choice for healed piercings as it is durable.

Inserting/Removing Curved Barbells

Before handling your piercing, always make sure to wash your hands with antibacterial soap.

Changing a curved barbell is a simple process that can be done at home but if you would like help, especially the first time, then it is best to visit a piercer.

It is important to be patient and not attempt to change your piercing jewellery before the wound is fully healed as this can cause complications. However, once it has healed you can start exploring your options.

To remove your curved barbell, simply unscrew the ball on the end of the bar. You will then be able to remove the bar from your piercing and replace it with a new one. Gently move the curved bar through your piercing until you reach the end of the bar. If you find it hard to remove the ball then jewellery pliers can help.

When inserting your new curved barbell make sure to push the bar gently through the piercing hole and keep going until it is in a suitable position. Always make sure to screw the ball tightly on the end.

Where can you use curved barbells?

Curved barbells are an incredibly versatile type of piercing jewellery that can be used in many different types of piercing. You can wear a curved barbell in:

Daith
Helix
Orbital
Rook
Snug
Spiral
Eyebrow
Jestrum
Vertical Labret
Frowny
Web
Bridge
Nostril
Septum
Chest
Hand
Hip
Neck
Wrist
Navel
Female Genital
Male Genital

Other Guides & Ranges

Please Note: Blue Banana piercing information is based on knowledge from our experiences as one of the UK's top piercing studios. All details provided should be read alongside professional advice. Please see our full Piercing Articles Disclaimer, here.