How long does it take to go from 8g to 00G?
The chart below represents the recommended MINIMUM time you should wait between stretches.
| 8G to 6G | 1.5 months |
| 6G to 4G | 1.5 months |
| 4G to 2G | 1.5 months |
| 2G to 0G | 2 months |
| 0G to 00G | 2 months |
When can I move up a size in gauges?
It’s usually recommended that you go up one gauge at a time (expressed in measurements of 2) when moving to a larger piece of jewelry to avoid developing a blowout. Many people also recommend waiting 4 to 6 weeks before increasing sizes. The amount of time you need to wait may increase as your jewelry becomes larger.
Why won’t my ears stretch from 8g to 6g?
It’s probably for 2 reasons. First off, there’s a larger size jump between 8g and 6g. Up until 8g, there is only a difference of 0.6mm or less in between each size. After 8g, the differences get larger, and there is a 1 mm size difference between 8g and 6g.
Can I stretch my ears every 3 weeks?
As a general rule of thumb, you should wait a minimum of 3-4 months before stretching a fresh soft tissue piercing, and healed ear lobe piercings can often be stretched at the rate of one size (about 1mm to 1.5mm or 1/16″) each 30 to 45 days, minimum.
How long should I wait to stretch from a 6g to a 4g?
3-4 months
10g to 8g – 2-3 months. 8g to 6g – 3-4 months. 6g to 4g – 3-4 months.
How many mm is 6g?
4.115 mm
| gauge | inches decimal | millimeters |
|---|---|---|
| 6g | 0.162″ | 4.115 mm |
| 0.188″ | 4.762 mm | |
| 4g | 0.204″ | 5.189 mm |
| 0.250″ | 6.350 mm |
Why can’t you use Vaseline to stretch your ears?
You should push the taper in and then replace it with your plug/tunnel shortly after. Why is it not recommended to use Vaseline? Vaseline is very thick. It will not allow your ears to breathe properly and there is the potential for a buildup of bacteria.
Can I leave tapers in overnight?
If it’s too tight, what you’ll do is tear the skin off the inside of your hole. This is painful and incredibly unpleasant and bloody. Repeat until you get the taper all the way in. Leave it for at least a couple of hours, ideally overnight.