We made it simple and easy to choose the right stud earrings sizes for you! See our chart of the best suggested size for your ear type...Yes earlobes come in all shapes and sizes too!
Use our best suggested sizes by earlobe type. For precise measurements, use a ruler measure the distance as shown in photo, the measured distance is your stud size. Add or subtract 1mm depending on your preference.
| PIERCING | SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE |
| 1st | 5-7mm | 6-8mm | 7-9mm |
| 2nd | 2-4mm | 3-5mm | 4-6mm |
| 3rd & higher | 1.5-3mm | 2-3mm | 2-4mm |
| 22G | 0.6mm | Earlobe |
| 21G | 0.7mm | Earlobe |
| 21G | 0.8mm | Earlobe, Nose |
| 19G | 0.9mm | Earlobe |
| 18G | 1mm | Cartilage (Daith, Tragus, Helix, Rook, Conch) |
| 16G | 1.2mm | Cartilage (Daith, Tragus, Helix, Rook, Conch) |
| Piercing Type | Gauge |
|---|---|
| Earlobe | 22, 20, 18 |
| Cartilage (Daith, Tragus, Helix, Rook, Conch) | 18, 16 |
| Nose | 22, 20, 18 |
| Septum | 16, 14 |
| Lip | 18, 16 |
