Gold Earrings at SkinKandy
SkinKandy's Gold Earrings collection features 14K Gold studs, flatbacks and hoops for lobe and cartilage placements like tragus, helix and conch. It's a premium option for anyone who wants their piercing fitted in solid gold, whether that's a first lobe piercing or a healed cartilage upgrade. 14K Gold is safe for fresh piercings and suits sensitive skin, since it doesn't carry the trace nickel found in Surgical Steel. This collection covers both fresh piercings and healed pieces.
What gold earring styles are available?
Lobe piercings use 14K Gold studs, fitted at 18G or 20G. Cartilage placements like tragus, helix and conch use 14K Gold flatbacks at 16G, and small gold hoops or segment rings are available once these placements have healed. Simple stud designs suit a first lobe piercing, while flatbacks with a gem or plain top suit cartilage. Your piercing specialist can recommend the right style for your placement.
What size gold earrings do I need?
Lobe studs are fitted at 18G or 20G, while cartilage flatbacks for tragus, helix and conch are fitted at 16G, most commonly at 6mm or 8mm once healed. Hoops and segment rings for healed cartilage placements typically range from 6mm to 10mm in diameter. Your piercing specialist will confirm the correct gauge and length for your placement before fitting any new piece.
Can gold earrings be worn in a fresh piercing?
Yes, 14K Gold studs and flatbacks are safe for fresh piercings and are a good option if you'd rather not start with Surgical Steel. Gold hoops and segment rings are better suited to healed piercings, since ring styles are generally introduced once healing is complete. Do not remove your jewellery during the healing phase, even if you're planning to switch to a hoop later. Your piercing specialist can confirm when your piercing is ready for a different style.
How do I care for gold earrings?
Clean the piercing as advised by your piercing specialist, using a saline solution rather than any product applied directly to the jewellery. 14K Gold is naturally tarnish-resistant, so it keeps its shine without much upkeep. Avoid harsh chemicals, chlorine and abrasive cleaning products coming into contact with the jewellery where possible. Our aftercare guide has the full routine for whichever placement you've chosen.
Is 14K gold worth choosing over surgical steel for earrings?
Surgical Steel is what our piercing specialists use for fresh piercings in studio, and it's the more affordable choice for most placements. 14K Gold costs more but is worth it if you have sensitive skin or simply prefer the look and feel of real gold from the start. Both are safe for fresh lobe and cartilage piercings, so the decision comes down to sensitivity, budget and personal style. Your piercing specialist can talk you through both options at your appointment.
Book a piercing at SkinKandy
Ready for a new piercing or a gold upgrade to a healed one? Our piercing specialists can guide you on style and size. View our piercing menu to book.
