How to Choose Safe Piercing Jewelry for Your Studio

Essential Guide for Piercing Artists & Studio Owners

Choosing safe, high-quality piercing jewelry is one of the most important responsibilities for any professional piercing studio. The jewelry you select not only affects the healing experience of your clients, but also directly influences your studio’s reputation, repeat business, and long-term trust.

To help you make the best decisions, here is a complete guide on how to choose safe piercing jewelry for your studio.

 Choose the Right Material

Using proper materials is the foundation of safe piercing jewelry. The industry-approved options include:

✔ Titanium (ASTM F136 / F1295) — Best for Initial Piercings

• Hypoallergenic

• Nickel-free

• Lightweight

• Ideal for sensitive skin and fresh piercings

• Highly recommended by professional piercers worldwide

✔ Surgical Steel (316L / 316LVM) — Most Popular & Affordable

• Smooth surface

• Suitable for healed piercings

• Durable and cost-effective

• Contains nickel, but within safe EU/US standards

  ✘ Avoid These Materials

  • Low-quality alloy metals

  • Mystery metals without composition details

  • Cheap gold-plated jewelry

  • Acrylic for initial piercings