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Materials Used to Make Body Jewelry
Body jewelry can be and is made of many different raw materials. Some materials are more conducive to healing a new piercing, while others are only recommended for well-established piercings or short-term wear. It’s important that you familiarize yourself with the choices you have before you purchase body jewelry, as they are not all alike.

My Industrial Piercing Experience and Photos
I just got a new piercing - an industial. This was a unique piercing experience in more than one way. In this article, I share my own personal story and thoughts about getting an industrial piercing.

The Difference Between Internal and External Threads on Body Jewelry
Understanding the difference between internally and externally threaded body jewelry can have an impact on your health. Find out why one is recommended over the other.

Lobe Stretching Journal - Entry 1
I'm in the process of stretching my lobes from 14 gauge to 00 or possibly half inch, which is going to take a while and several small stretches. I'm keeping this journal to share my experience with my readers who would like to know what it's like to get a piercing stretched.

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