So, I decided it was time for an upgrade, you know? Been wearing the standard surgical steel ones for ages after getting pierced, and they were fine, mostly. But sometimes, especially in weird weather or if I snagged them, they’d get a bit grumpy. Plus, I just wanted something that felt a bit more… permanent? Like a proper piece of jewellery, not just the starter kit stuff.
I started looking around. Honestly, wading through options online was a bit much at first. Lots of plated stuff that I knew would probably cause issues down the line, same old problems. I specifically wanted solid gold, figured it’d be kinder to my skin in the long run. Hypoallergenic and all that. Took me a while to figure out the exact size I needed again – gauge and length. Measured my old ones carefully.
Finding the Right Pair
After a bunch of searching, comparing styles – because you still want them to look good, right? – and checking reviews, I landed on a pair. Nothing too fancy, just simple, classic barbells. 14k seemed like a good balance between purity and durability. Didn’t want something too soft. Placed the order, then waited. Felt a bit like an investment, not gonna lie, compared to the cheapies.
Making the Switch
When they arrived, the difference in weight and finish was noticeable right away. Felt substantial. I cleaned them really well, sterilised everything. Decided to change them myself this time, since the piercings are long healed. Took my time, made sure my hands were super clean.
- Unscrewed the old barbells (always trickier than you remember).
- Gave the piercings a quick clean too.
- Carefully slid the new gold ones in.
- Screwed the balls on tight, but not too tight.
The process was smooth enough. The new ones felt comfortable immediately. No pinching or weirdness.
Living With Them Day-to-Day
It’s been several months now. Honestly? Best decision I made regarding these piercings. Zero irritation. None. It’s like they’re not even there sometimes, in a good way. They don’t react to temperature changes or sweat the way the steel ones occasionally did. Cleaning is simple, same routine, but they just seem to stay cleaner, maybe?
They haven’t tarnished or lost their shine. Just feel solid and reliable. Yeah, they cost more upfront, but the comfort and lack of hassle has been totally worth it. Feels like I finally got the piercings sorted properly, settled in for the long haul with something quality.
