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Jewellery That Relies on Friction vs Jewellery That Relies on Threads

Jewellery That Relies on Friction vs Jewellery That Relies on Threads

Body jewellery is held in place in different ways depending on its design. Some pieces rely on friction to stay secure, while others use threaded mechanisms to lock parts together. Although both systems are widely...

Ear Weights vs Hangers: Structural Differences Explained

Ear Weights vs Hangers: Structural Differences Explained

Ear weights and hangers are two popular types of jewellery worn in stretched ears. While they may look similar at first glance, their design, balance, and how they interact with the lobe are quite different....

Single Flare vs Double Flare Tunnels: Why Fit Feels Different

Single Flare vs Double Flare Tunnels: Why Fit Feels Different

When choosing tunnels for stretched ears, the flare style plays a major role in how the jewellery feels and fits. Two of the most common options are single-flare tunnels and double-flare tunnels. While they may look...

The Rise of Mini-Plugs: Why Smaller Gauges Are Making a Comeback in 2025–26

The Rise of Mini-Plugs: Why Smaller Gauges Are Making a Comeback in 2025–26

For years, larger gauge plugs dominated stretching culture. Many people aimed to reach sizes that created bold, statement looks. Recently, however, a new trend has begun to gain momentum across the body modification community. Mini-plugs,...

Piercing Pain Guide: Understanding Pain Levels and Care for Every Common Piercing

Piercing Pain Guide: Understanding Pain Levels and Care for Every Common Piercing

Pain is one of the biggest concerns people have when choosing a new piercing. While pain is always subjective, understanding how different piercings tend to feel and how much aftercare they require can help you...

Festive Ear Stacks: Combining Plugs, Tunnels & Cartilage Pieces for Seasonal Style

Festive Ear Stacks: Combining Plugs, Tunnels & Cartilage Pieces for Seasonal Style

The holiday season is nearly here - which means it’s time to turn up the sparkle and get creative with your jewellery. Whether you’re heading to an office Christmas party, a winter market date, or...

The Cartilage Piercing Guide: Types, Pain and Jewellery

The Cartilage Piercing Guide: Types, Pain and Jewellery

Cartilage piercings are among the most popular choices for anyone looking to build a curated ear or add character beyond standard lobe piercings. From subtle helix studs to bold industrial bars, cartilage piercings offer a...

What to Do If You Love Piercings but Hate Maintenance

What to Do If You Love Piercings but Hate Maintenance

Loving piercings does not automatically mean loving the upkeep that comes with them. For many people, the jewellery, the look, and the self-expression are exciting, but the cleaning routines, healing periods, and long-term care can...

Jojoba, Vitamin E, Emu Oil & More: Which Oils Are Best for Stretched Lobes?

Jojoba, Vitamin E, Emu Oil & More: Which Oils Are Best for Stretched Lobes?

Caring for stretched ears goes far beyond choosing the perfect plugs. Healthy, moisturised lobes are essential for safe stretching, reducing irritation, and keeping tissue strong. One of the best ways to achieve this is by...

Getting a Piercing: A Guide to the Studio

Getting a Piercing: A Guide to the Studio

Getting a new piercing is exciting, but the experience is about much more than choosing jewellery and sitting in the chair. Knowing how to prepare, how to behave in a piercing studio, and what mistakes...

The Best Plug Shapes for Thin Lobes: An Anatomy-Aware Guide

The Best Plug Shapes for Thin Lobes: An Anatomy-Aware Guide

Not all earlobes are built the same. While many stretching guides focus on size progression and materials, far fewer discuss how lobe anatomy affects comfort, safety and long-term results. One of the most important but...

A Plug Collector’s Glossary: Every Term You Need to Know

A Plug Collector’s Glossary: Every Term You Need to Know

Whether you are just beginning your stretching journey or you already have a plug collection that fills an entire drawer, understanding the terminology used in the world of stretched ears is incredibly helpful. The body...

Gifting Body Jewellery: How to Pick the Perfect Size (and Avoid Rookie Mistakes)

Gifting Body Jewellery: How to Pick the Perfect Size (and Avoid Rookie Mistakes)

Shopping for someone with stretched ears or piercings can feel tricky - especially if you’re not sure what size or material they wear. But don’t panic! Gifting body jewellery doesn’t have to be a guessing...

Design Your Own Plug: The Ultimate Custom Plugs Experience

Design Your Own Plug: The Ultimate Custom Plugs Experience

Have you ever dreamed of wearing a piece of jewellery that’s uniquely yours, with no one else in the world having exactly the same one? With Custom Plugs’ Make Your Own Plug collection, that dream...

Build Your Curated Ear by Ear Shape: Helix, High Lobe, Hidden Helix & Conch

Build Your Curated Ear by Ear Shape: Helix, High Lobe, Hidden Helix & Conch

A curated ear isn’t just about collecting piercings, it’s about designing a balanced, stylish look tailored to your anatomy. Everyone’s ears are shaped slightly differently, and choosing piercings that suit your ear shape helps you...

Threadless vs. Threaded Piercing Jewellery: Comfort, Safety & When to Switch

Threadless vs. Threaded Piercing Jewellery: Comfort, Safety & When to Switch

Choosing the right type of piercing jewellery goes beyond style - it directly affects comfort, healing, and long-term safety. Two of the most common systems are threadless jewellery and threaded jewellery (either internally or externally...

From Punk to Mainstream: The Evolution of Stretched Ears in Pop Culture

From Punk to Mainstream: The Evolution of Stretched Ears in Pop Culture

Stretched ears are one of the most recognisable forms of body modification today, but their story is far richer than just a fashion trend. From the rituals of ancient tribes to the underground music scenes...

How to Safely Hide Your Piercings with Retainers

How to Safely Hide Your Piercings with Retainers

Piercings are a fantastic way to express yourself, but there are times when showing them off just isn’t practical. From workplace dress codes and school policies to medical procedures or sports, you may need to...

Barbell Piercing Jewellery 101: Types, Uses & Tips

Barbell Piercing Jewellery 101: Types, Uses & Tips

Barbell piercings are one of the most popular and versatile styles of piercing jewellery. Whether you’re a beginner getting your first piercing or an experienced body modification enthusiast, understanding the different types of barbells will...

Trending Piercings in 2025: What’s Hot and How to Style It

Trending Piercings in 2025: What’s Hot and How to Style It

Whether you're just starting your piercing journey or you're a seasoned pro, 2025 brings fresh trends that balance nostalgia, individuality, and chic minimalism. Conch Piercings & Curated Ear Stacks Conch piercings remain a firm favourite...

A Guide to Ear Piercing Jewellery and Ear Jewellery Care

A Guide to Ear Piercing Jewellery and Ear Jewellery Care

Everything You Need to Know About Ear Piercing Jewellery At Custom Plugs, we specialise in high-quality body jewellery and ear plugs. Whether you're just beginning your piercing journey or looking to upgrade your collection, this...

The Different Types of Piercing Retainers: Acrylic, Glass, Silicone & More

The Different Types of Piercing Retainers: Acrylic, Glass, Silicone & More

Whether you're looking to keep a piercing discreet for work, school, surgery, or sport, piercing retainers are a must-have. These low-key alternatives to metal jewellery help keep your piercing open and irritation-free without drawing attention....

Piercing Compatibility with Medical Procedures: What You Need to Know

Piercing Compatibility with Medical Procedures: What You Need to Know

As body modification enthusiasts, many of us have invested time, money, and patience into our piercings and stretched ears. But what happens when you need medical attention? Whether it's a routine MRI, emergency surgery, or...

Two People Looking at Eachother on their wedding day with ear stretchers and gauges in their formal wear

Styling for Special Occasions: Formal Looks with Gauges

When it comes to expressing your personal style, ear gauges and piercings are a powerful form of self-expression. But when special occasions arise, you might wonder how to incorporate your unique jewellery into formal or...

Hypoallergenic Options for Body Jewellery. Silicone Ear Stretchers and Stainless Steel Body Jewellery on a white background.

Ear Gauge Materials for Sensitive Ears: Hypoallergenic Options

When you've spent time stretching your ears and finally reached your goal size, finding the right ear gauge material becomes critical—especially if you have sensitive skin or metal allergies. For those who have advanced experience...

A close up of a persons hand holding a thermometer outside

Seasonal Gauge Care: How Weather Affects Stretched Lobes

For those of us with stretched lobes, caring for your piercings isn't just about hygiene and aftercare—it’s also about adapting to the seasons. Weather changes can impact stretched ears in various ways, and understanding how...

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Custom Plugs Gift Guide: Perfect Presents for Body Mod Fans

Finding the perfect gift for the body modification enthusiast in your life can sometimes feel like a challenge. Whether it’s for a special occasion, holiday, or just a thoughtful surprise, you want to choose something...

A topless man smiling at the camera in a gym setting, with stretched ear tunnels.

Ear Gauges and Exercise: How to Keep Your Stretched Lobes Safe at the Gym

For those who love body modifications and fitness alike, balancing your passion for stretched ears with your workout routine can be challenging. The gym poses unique risks to stretched lobes due to the potential for...

A collection of silver and gold metal ear weights, set on a black background.

The Ultimate Guide to Ear Weights for Stretched Ears

If you’re a fan of ear stretching, you may have already dabbled with ear gauges and tunnels. Ear weights are the next frontier for adding variety, style, and a unique look to stretched lobes. They’re...

A picture of a measuring tool, that is measuring a red and black marbled ear gauge.

How to Measure Your Ears for the Perfect Plug Fit

Whether you're new to ear stretching or experienced, a perfect plug fit is crucial for comfort, safety, and style. Accurate ear measurement is the first step.

A variety of sized metal ear plugs for dead stretching, displayed on a rustic wooden board

The Art of Dead Stretching: A Comprehensive Guide

In the world of body modification, the process of stretching piercings to accommodate larger gauges or sizes is a common practice. One method that has gained popularity among enthusiasts is dead stretching. Dead stretching involves...

A women showing her labret piercing and nose piercings - she has stretched ears with dyed purple hair.

Can You Stretch Labret Piercing: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding Labret Piercings Labret piercings are a popular form of body modification that has been in vogue for centuries, hailing from various cultures and eras. This versatile facial piercing typically adorns the lower lip, making...

A professional piercing a womens ear, whilst wearing black safety gloves

A Guide To Piercings with Custom Plugs

The General Piercing Guide: Everything You Need to Know Piercings have been a part of human culture for centuries, serving as symbols of beauty, tradition, and personal expression. Whether you're considering your first piercing or...

a close up of a women's ear, that showcases multiple ear piercings, including a daith piercing

The Piercing That Helps with Migraines - Daith Piercing

Piercing That Helps with Migraines: Exploring the Potential Benefits Migraines are debilitating headaches that affect millions of people worldwide, often accompanied by symptoms such as nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and even temporary blindness....

A variety of shaped shiny purple and iridescent dermal anchor piercings on a stone worktop

A Brief Guide to Dermal Anchor Piercings

Exploring the Intricate World of Dermal Anchor Piercings In the realm of body modification and self-expression, piercings have long served as a way for individuals to show their unique style. Among the myriad of piercing...

A large collection display of NielMed Piercing Aftercare Spray

The Ultimate Piercing Aftercare Guide

The Ultimate Piercing Aftercare Guide Piercings are a form of self-expression that have been around for centuries, with various cultures incorporating them into their traditions. Whether you're getting your first earlobe piercing or adding to...

A women wearing a green bikini top, showing her chest dermal piercing in the centre of her chest

Chest Dermal Piercings

Enhance Your Style with Chest Dermal Piercings In the world of body modification, piercings have become a popular form of self-expression, allowing individuals to adorn themselves in unique and striking ways. While ear gauges have...

A man with a beard and stretched ears and multiple body piercings, including a stretched septum

A Guide to Septum Stretching with Custom Plugs

What is septum stretching? Septum stretching is the process of stretching the piercing of your septum, a lot like regular ear stretching! In this handy guide, we will cover the two most popular ways to...

A variety of wood and stone ear tunnels, repurposed on rope necklaces

Sustainability at Custom Plugs

Let us introduce you to our new upcycled range! Our dedicated staff members have handcrafted these necklaces using macrame knot techniques. The centerpiece of the necklace showcases a tunnel plug, sourced from our...

A women showing her fashionable septum ring piercing.

The Best Jewellery for Nose Piercings

A Guide To The Different Types Nose piercings are a timeless and elegant way to express your personal style and add a touch of sophistication to your appearance. The right choice of jewellery can enhance...

A women showing her new snake bite piercings.

Snake Eye Piercing Jewellery

Unveiling the Elegance: Snake Eye Piercing Jewellery Snake eye piercings have become increasingly popular for those looking to make a bold statement with their body art. If you're considering this unique piercing, it's essential to...

A women showing how a flat backed nose stud is fashionable and comfortable for nose piercings.

Choosing a Flat-Backed Nose Stud

Flat Backed Nose Studs When it comes to nose piercings, the right jewellery can make all the difference. Flat-backed nose studs, also known as labret studs, have gained popularity for their comfort and style. If...

A women showing her fashionable belly button piercing and tattoos in the summer.

Cute Belly Button Ring Trends for the Season

Exploring Cute Belly Button Rings Belly button rings have been a trendy and fashionable way to add a touch of individuality and charm to your midriff. They come in a wide array of styles, materials,...

A guys nipple piercing can feature classic nipple bar jewellery

The Different Types of Nipple Piercings

Exploring Nipple Piercings: Types, Hygiene, and Care Nipple piercings have gained popularity as a unique and daring form of body modification, allowing individuals to express their style and confidence. While nipple piercings can be a...

A man sticking his tongue out to show his frogs eyes tongue piercing

Frog Eyes Tongue Piercing Aftercare Tips - Custom Plugs

An Introduction to Frog Eyes Tongue Piercings Welcome to the world of unique and expressive body modifications! If you've recently adorned yourself with the captivating Frog Eyes Tongue Piercing, congratulations on choosing a piercing style...

A women posing with face tattoos and multiple silver face piercings, showing her large stretched ear that features a pink stone teardrop ear plug

A Comprehensive Guide to Tape for Stretching Ears: A Safe and Effective Method

Why Choose Tape for Ear Stretching? Ear stretching, a popular form of body modification, allows individuals to express their unique style and personality. One common and effective method for stretching the ears is using tape....

Internally threaded jewellery is available in a wide range of materials and colours.

Unlocking the Beauty of Internally Threaded Jewellery: A Guide to Style and Safety

A Guide to Internally Threaded Jewellery When it comes to adorning our bodies with jewellery, we often focus on aesthetics and design. However, the construction and design of the jewellery itself can be just as...

Nielmed piercing aftercare fine mist is perfect for recovering stretched ears.

How to Heal Irritated Stretched Ears: A Comprehensive Guide

The World of Ear Stretching - Custom Plugs Ear stretching, a popular form of body modification, is an ancient tradition that has gained widespread popularity in contemporary culture. While it's a fashionable way to express...

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