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

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Body Jewellery

Nostril Jewellery Types: L-Shape vs Screw vs Bone vs Hoop

Compare nostril jewellery types including L-shape studs, screws, bones, flat-backs and hoops to find the best fit for comfort, healing and style.
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How To

Septum Stretching 101

Learn how to stretch your septum safely with dead stretching, tapers and pinchers, plus sizing timelines, jewellery choices and aftercare guidance.
Curated Ear Piercings
Body Jewellery

Piercing Rejection or Piercing Migration Driving You Mad? You Need This

Learn the signs of piercing rejection and migration, what causes them, how to prevent them, and when to seek expert piercing advice.
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Piercings

Eyebrow Piercing Guide: Pain, Healing & Jewellery

Thinking about an eyebrow piercing? Learn pain levels, healing time, jewellery options, aftercare tips, and risks like migration or rejection.
Tragus Piercing
Ear Piercing

Tragus Piercing Guide: Pain, Healing & Jewellery

Everything you need to know about tragus piercings. Learn pain levels, healing time, jewellery types, aftercare tips, and styling ideas.
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Tattoos

Tattoo Styles: The Ultimate Guide (Traditional, Japanese, Blackwork & More)

Discover popular tattoo styles from traditional to Japanese, blackwork and fine line. Learn how they age, where they suit, and how to choose the right style.
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.
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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.
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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.