Nose Jewellery Size Guide

Typical Nostril Jewellery Sizing

Jewellery Type	Common Gauge	Typical Size*
L-Bend Nose Stud	18G–20G	6–8mm post
Nose Screw	18G–20G	6–8mm wearable length
Nose Bone / Straight Stud	18G–20G	6–8mm post
Nostril Hoop	18G–20G	7–9mm diameter

*Typical sizes are a guide for healed nostril piercings only. Anatomy and piercing placement vary, so your ideal size may differ. Where possible, measure jewellery that already fits comfortably or ask your piercer.

Gauge / Thickness

Gauge	Thickness	General Description
20G	0.8mm	Fine nostril jewellery
18G	1.0mm	Slightly thicker nostril jewellery
16G	1.2mm	Less common for standard nostril jewellery

 

Nose Stud Length

Length	General Fit
5mm	Short / suitable for thinner anatomy
6mm	Common close fit for many healed nostrils
7mm	More room
8mm	Longer / roomier fit

 

Nostril Hoop Diameter

Diameter	General Fit
6mm	Very close fit / suitable placements only
7mm	Snug fit
8mm	Common everyday fit
9mm	More room
10mm	Larger / more visible hoop

 

How is nose jewellery measured?

Nose studs: Gauge refers to the thickness of the post. Post length refers to the wearable section of the jewellery.

Nostril hoops: Gauge refers to the thickness of the ring, while diameter is measured across the inside of the hoop.

Everyone’s anatomy is different. If possible, measure jewellery that already fits you comfortably.