Silicone or Rubber Body Jewelry - Beware Stretching

Jewelry made of silicone or rubber is not recommended for most piercing applications.   It is very bad for a new piercing as the rubber can stretch and form a seal over the area.   This will trap in moisture and bacteria and then you’ve got yourself a brand new infection.

The most common use for rubber and silicon is in flesh tunnels and retainers.   These should be used on healed piercings only.   Keep the jewelry in for a short time only.

Special attention must be paid when using this material.   It can and will stretch, which means it can tear a piercing of any size or age.

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