tattooed women drinking a cup of tea

Stretch It Body Jewellery's

Blog

Stretch your mind with the SIBJ blog!

Guides, inspo, and everything you need to know about stretching, piercings, tattoos and beyond.

Threaded and threadless ear jewellery
Body Jewellery

Threaded vs Threadless Body Jewellery: Which Should You Choose?

Threaded vs threadless jewellery explained. See pros/cons, safety for new piercings, and when to choose internally threaded or threadless tops.
Model With Stretched Ears Wearing Glass Ear Gauges
Ear Stretching

Why Slow Ear Stretching Happens (And It’s OK)

Worried your stretch is slower than your mate’s? See the real reasons, safe timelines, green-light checks, and how to keep lobes thick and healthy.
Wooden flesh tunnel ear gauge
Ear Stretching

How to Clean Plugs & Tunnels | Stretched Ear Aftercare

Learn how to clean plugs and tunnels by material, avoid damage, and keep stretched ears healthy. Daily/weekly routines, dos & don’ts, and product tips.
Cartilage Piercings
Body Jewellery

Types of Cartilage Piercings: Names, Pain & Jewellery

Explore types of cartilage piercings, including helix, tragus, daith, rook and conch. Compare pain levels, jewellery types, and healing times.
Best Body Piercers
Body Jewellery

How to Find the Best Body Piercers (and Avoid Bad Ones)

Learn how to find the best piercers in the UK. From hygiene and jewellery to aftercare and red flags - avoid bad piercings and heal safely.
Model With Stretched Ears Wearing Ear Weights
Tattoos

Best Tattoo Artists UK: How to Choose the Right Tattooist

Learn how to choose the best tattoo artists in the UK. From hygiene and healed work to style, skill, and aftercare - avoid bad tattoos for life.
Model With Stretched Ears With Earring Stack
Body Jewellery

Build Your Own Titanium Barbell

Ready to level up your body jewellery game? With our Build Your Own Titanium Barbell system, you're in full control. Whether you prefer a straight, curved, circular, or labret bar, this guide walks...
Model With Stretched Ears Wearing Stone Ear Gauges
Ear Stretching

Can You Get Ear Stretching Infection with Stretched Ears?

Ear stretching infections happen to beginners and experienced body modders alike. Let's look into how you can avoid them!
Clear Glass Ear Gauge
Ear Stretching

What Can Happen If You Stretch Ears Too Fast?

Stretching ears too fast can cause blowouts, scarring, or infection. Learn safe stretching times, warning signs, and how to heal damaged lobes.