How to Measure Body Jewelry

Body jewelry is measured by thickness and length. Length refers to the internal diameter for rings and the length for barbells. This can be expressed either in inches or millimeters.

- Curved Barbells: measured by the length of the shaft between the two ball.
- Straight Barbells: measured by the length of the shaft between the two balls.
- Labrets: measurement made on the shaft between the disc and ball.
- Circular Barbells: measurement made at the largest diameter.

It is very important you know how to measure you body jewelry in order to order the correct size. Below are pictures and instructions on how to measure different types of body jewelry.

Measure Captive Bead Rings Measure Circular Barbells
Measure Captive Bead Rings Measure Circular Barbells / Horseshoe Barbells
Measure Spiral Barbells Measure Banana Barbells
Measure Spiral Barbells / Twister Barbells Measure Banana Barbells / Curved Barbells
Measure Straight Barbells Measure Labrets
Measure Straight Barbells Measure Labrets
Measure Nose Studs Measure Plugs
Measure Nose Stud Measure Plugs
Measure Flesh Tunnels Measure Tapers
Measure Flesh Tunnels Measure Tapers