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Can I piercing with Titanium?

Several metals that are commonly used for body jewellery are considered safe and body-friendly. While gold is one of the most popular jewellery materials, it is not ideal for initial piercings, and any gold jewellery used must be nickel-free in order to be safe and hypoallergenic. 14 kt Yellow Gold & hinged segment ring - is typically composed of 58% pure gold, 25% pure silver, and 17% pure copper. 


Body Jewelry Made of Surgical Steel


Surgical steel is a popular material for body jewellery. Surgical steel is a specific alloy of stainless steel. Because some of these alloys contain nickel, generic stainless steel should not be used for jewellery.


Steel must be treated in specific ways in order to produce body-friendly material that can be used for body jewellery and implants. The term "Surgical Steel" refers to a material with specific alloys and properties. There are several grades of Surgical Steel, but only a few are body-friendly and appropriate for Titanium Body Jewelry .316L and 316LVM Surgical Steel are the only body-friendly grades. These are surgical steel materials with a low carbon content. They do contain alloys, but the alloys are trapped inside the material by a special process and cannot be released.


Allergic reactions, when they occur, are rarely caused by Stainless Steel and are caused by other factors (most commonly from mechanical irritation or harsh cleaning products). However, some people are allergic to the nickel found in the metal. Polishing the steel to a mirror finish creates a protective layer of chromium oxide, which aids in keeping the nickel content inside.


Titanium is Perfect for Hypersensitive People


Those who are hypersensitive to metals should avoid using Surgical Steel. Titanium is a popular choice for initial piercings because it is an elemental metal that contains no nickel. Titanium has the strength of steel but the weight of aluminum. It does not corrode, tarnish, or react to sunlight, salt water, or any body chemistry. It can also be anodized to produce many vibrant colors and is completely non-allergenic in its pure state. It is a perfect solution for a sensitive body that is having problems healing a piercing. Unfortunately, titanium is also a more expensive material, so the piercing and jewellery will be slightly more expensive, but you are worth it!

If you want to invest in a long-term piercing that you won't want to change every week, titanium is your best bet, as it will retain its luster and antimicrobial properties for years if properly cared for. Because titanium is lightweight, you will have a wider range of sizes and designs to choose from if you use it.


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