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Naval
(Belly) Piercing |
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The most common size or gauge of belly jewelry is 14 gauge.
Throughout the years this has become the industry standard. The
typical naval piercing consists of a banana barbell with a
design attached to either the top or bottom ball. If
you happen to have been pierced by either a smaller or larger
gauge you still have options such as using
captives,
horseshoes, spirals,
curved barbells and so on. If you
need more information or have any questions feel free to contact
us anytime. Below you will find different types of traditional belly rings
we offer. |
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Non Dangles |
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Non Dangles are a type of belly jewelry
consisting of a curved stainless steel shaft with two ridged ends. The
top end normally consists of a stainless steel threaded ball either with
a gem or without. The bottom end either contains a fixed stainless steel
ball with or without a gem or in many cases a design. |
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Dangles |
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Dangles
are a type of belly jewelry consisting of a curved stainless steel shaft
with two rigid ends. The difference with this jewelry is it also
consists of a design attached freely to the bottom ball. This gives the
Jewelry the "Dangle" it is named after. |
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Katia Collection |
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Katia's are a style of dangle belly jewelry. This style
prides itself on using unique shapes along with multiple colors
to truly show how vibrant gems really are. In this line you will
find colors from all spectrums of the common blue, green, pink,
black, and gold. If you're tired of seeing the same old styles
and colors that most stores around the world carry, then look no
further... this line is you! |
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Top Dangles |
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Top Dangles
are a type of belly jewelry that like a Dangle consists of a freely
attached design however the design is attached to the top ball. This
reduces the distance the jewelry hangs below the belly button and is
therefore preferred by some wearers. |
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Chandeliers |
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Chandeliers are very detailed type of belly jewelry. Normally consisting
of a intricate type of design freely suspended from the top or bottom
ball. The name chandelier comes from the way the designs look similar to
a lighting chandelier. |
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Belly Chains |
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Belly
Chains are perfect for that night out or evening at home with someone
special. Belly Chains consist of a curved stainless steel bar with 2
fixed ends. Either the top or bottom ball is connected to a adjustable
rope or banding which encompasses around the abdomen and connects in the
back. Belly chains also may utilize a dangle to add effect. |
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Acrylic Belly Rings |
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Acrylic belly jewelry is named after the material it is
made from. Acrylic is a impact resistant plastic half the
weight of glass or steel which can easily be made into
bright colors and designs. These properties make it ideal to
be used in the body jewelry industry. With the light weight
and smooth edges acrylic allow these pieces are perfect to
be used during sleep and with their price why not have one
to match every outfit. |
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Tongue Piercing |
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There are many
types of tongue ring available. Most consist of a
straight barbell with added
features. Below you will find some of those features. You may
also choose to use a retainer for this piercing. |
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Picture Inlay Tongue |
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Picture Inlays are a type of tongue ring consisting of a
surgical stainless steel shaft with 2 end balls. The bottom ball
is usually plain and fixed to the shaft. The top ball containing
the image is removable allowing placement into the tongue.
Images are press fitted in to the steel ball and therefore since
no adhesive is used this design very durable. |
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Single Gem Tongue |
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Single Gems are a type of tongue ring consisting of a surgical
stainless steel shaft with 2 end balls. The bottom ball is
usually plain and fixed to the shaft. The top ball containing
the gem is removable allowing placement into the tongue. Gems
are press fitted in to the steel ball and therefore since no
adhesive is used this design very durable. |
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Koosh Tongue |
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Koosh are a type of tongue ring consisting of a surgical
stainless steel shaft with 2 end balls. The bottom ball is
usually plain and fixed to the shaft. The top ball is removable
allowing placement into the tongue. The top ball is normally
wrapped in a high color silicone giving the jewelry its standout
look. This type of jewelry is available in many styles including
Pearlescents and Mint striped. |
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Acrylic Tongue |
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Acrylics are a type of tongue ring consisting of a surgical
stainless steel shaft with 2 end balls. The bottom ball is made
of acrylic and removable from the shaft. The top ball is
removable allowing placement into the tongue. The top ball is
also made from acrylic and therefore can consist of many
patterns containing numerous colors. Patters available include
rally stripes, racing stripes, layered, beach ball, star dot,
neon, illusionary, glow in the dark, dice and UV sensitive. |
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Gauge Tongues |
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Gauge tongues are a type of tongue ring consisting of a surgical
stainless steel shaft with 2 end balls. The bottom ball is made
of steel and fixed to the shaft. The top ball is removable
allowing placement into the tongue. The top ball is also made
from steel. This type of jewelry refers to its diameter and
shaft length providing those seeking larger or smaller piece of
jewelry a option. Pieces are available from 18 to 00 gauge and
in shaft lengths from a fraction to 3” in length. |
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Nostril Piercing |
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The typical jewelry used for a Nostril piercing is either a
nostril stud,
nostril screw or
captive bead ring (CBR). |
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Nostril Stud |
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A nostril stud normally consists of a top section that lays
flush on the outside of the nose and a shaft. The shaft can
resemble either a L shaped hook, a level screw or a typical
earring post. |
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Nostril Screw |
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A nostril screw consists of a top section that lays flush on
the outside of the nose and a post. The post consists of a
half-S shaped bend in the lower portion. This jewelry gets its
name from the way it appears to screw into the pierced hole.
This type of jewelry is preferred by some due to its design that
makes it less likely to fall out or be pushed out of the nose. |
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Nipple Piercing |
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The nipple piercing has many options to choose from once
healed. A straight
barbell, captive bead ring,
nipple shield and
horseshoe may all be used in this
piercing with great success. |
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Eyebrow Piercing |
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Pieces of Jewelry available for use in an eyebrow piercing
include a curved barbell
(most common) , a
captive bead ring or
a horseshoe. It is advised that only a captive bead ring be
used in an initial piercing. |
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Ear Piercing |
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Pieces of jewelry available for use in this piercing include
a captive bead ring,
horseshoe,
straight
barbell, plugs
and tunnels.
It is advised that only a captive bead ring be used in an
initial piercing. |
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Labret |
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Pieces of jewelry available for a Labret piercing include a
Labret stud or a captive bead ring. A labret piercing is a
piercing through the lower lip normally done in 14 gauge. 16
gauge can also be used for a more petite look. |
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Captive Bead Ring |
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Can also be referred to as a captive or a CBR. This is
possibly the most common type of body jewelry used today. A
captive bead ring is a type of body jewelry consisting of a
circular piece of steel with a gap between the 2 ends. Inside
this gap is inserted a steel ball with dimples at opposite ends.
The ball is held in place by the pressure created in the
circular piece of steel. Captive bead rings come in all
gauges, many different circumferences and have different ball
sizes measured in millimeters. Captive bead rings also come in
different styles consisting of dimpled, drilled or notched
shafts. Better quality jewelry will have rounded ends and fit
flush with the ball to prevent skin catches. Larger gauges may
required the use of a ring opener tool for removal of the ball
or a ring closer tool when reinserting the ball. All captive
bead rings at UFSTanning incorporate rounded ends to fit flush. |
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Horseshoes |
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Horseshoes are very similar to a Captive bead ring however
instead of the ball being pressure fit and the circular shaft
having rounded ends the ends are threaded and either balls or
cones are screwed onto the ends. Horseshoes come in all gauges,
many different circumferences and have different cone or ball
sizes measured in millimeters. Horseshoes also come in different
styles consisting of dimpled, drilled or notched shafts. |
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Straight Barbells |
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A Straight barbell consists of a straight shaft with two
threaded ends. Balls or cones can be screwed onto the ends.
Straight barbells come in all different gauges, lengths and many
different cone or ball sizes measured in millimeters. Straight
barbells can also be referred to as industrials is over 1 inch
in length. |
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Curved Barbells |
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A curved barbell also called a banana barbell consists of a
curved shaft with two threaded ends. Balls or cones can be
screwed onto the ends. Curved barbells come in all different
gauges, lengths and many different cone or ball sizes measured
in millimeters. |
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Industrial |
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An industrial is a
straight barbell used to
join one piercing with another. Most commonly used to connect
the middle cartilage of the ear with the upper cartilage.
Industrials typically come in 14 gauge and range from one up to
three inches in length. |
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Plugs |
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Plugs are normally used in the
ear however can be used in almost any
piercing if the length of the plug is proper. Plugs are usually
available from 10 gauge and lower and are typically made from
acrylic. Plugs are inserted into the piercing and held in place
by the use of O-Rings. At UFSTanning Plugs are available from 18
gauge to 00 gauge unlike most other jewelry suppliers. |
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Tunnels |
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Tunnels refer to a piece of body jewelry similar to a
plug however
they are hollow in the center. Depending on the design tunnels
can make a piercing appear to be of a larger gauge by use of a
larger circumference end screw. |
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Retainer |
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A retainer is typically used when referring to a piece of
body jewelry that is easy to conceal. Retainers are normally
made of clear acrylic. Retainers are used to conceal a
naval,
eyebrow or
tongue
piercing. They are available as
straight and
curved barbells. Some employers
require the use of retainers in a piercing while at work. This
can be especially true for the hospitality industry. Retainers
are unacceptable for an initial piercing and are only to be used
in an healed piercing. |
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Door Knocker, Enslave or Banger |
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A door-knocker, also called a enslave or banger refers to a
piece of body jewelry with one or more of the balls containing
dimples which accept a open circular ring. Stated simply this
piece of jewelry would contain a
captive bead ring
attached one of the ball ends. Door-Knockers are normally offered for use
in naval,
tongue and
industrials. |
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Spiral |
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A spiral is similar to a horseshoe
however a spiral will complete a full circle or greater rotation
at a slight angle to give the piece of jewelry the spiral look
its name derives from. A spiral can be used in a
ear or naval piercing with
good results depending on the jewelry's circumference and
design. |
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