Gold Hoop Earrings

Gold Hoops at SkinKandy

SkinKandy's Gold Hoops collection features 14K Gold hoop styles across lobe, helix, conch, daith and nose placements. Sizing varies by placement, from small 6mm cartilage hoops to larger lobe hoops, and everything in this collection is solid 14K Gold rather than plated. Hoops are generally introduced once a piercing is fully healed, since ring and hoop styles need a settled piercing to sit comfortably. This collection suits healed upgrades rather than fresh piercings.

Which piercings suit gold hoops?

Gold hoops work well across healed lobe, helix, conch, daith, septum and nose piercings. Cartilage placements like helix and conch typically suit a smaller 6mm to 10mm hoop, fitted at 16G, while daith and septum hoops sit at a similar 8mm to 10mm diameter. Nose hoops for a healed nostril piercing are generally on the smaller end, closer to 6mm to 8mm. Your piercing specialist can confirm the right size for your specific healed piercing.

What size gold hoop do I need?

Sizing depends on placement. Tragus and daith hoops typically sit around 6mm to 10mm in diameter, helix and conch hoops range from 8mm to 10mm, and lobe hoops come in a wider range of sizes depending on personal style. All cartilage hoops are fitted at 16G, matching the standard gauge for those placements. Your piercing specialist will confirm the exact diameter that suits your healed piercing.

Can I wear a gold hoop in a fresh piercing?

Hoops are generally introduced once a piercing is fully healed, rather than fitted as the initial jewellery, since a stud or flatback sits more securely during the healing phase. Do not remove your existing jewellery during the healing phase to try on a hoop before your piercing specialist confirms it's ready. Cartilage placements can take 6-12 months to fully heal, so it's worth waiting before switching to a hoop. Once healed, your piercing specialist can help you choose a hoop that suits your placement.

How do I care for gold hoop 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 hoops keep their shine with normal wear. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive cleaning products coming into contact with the jewellery where possible. This makes gold hoops a low-maintenance choice for a healed stack.

Should I choose a gold hoop or a segment ring?

A gold hoop is typically a fixed or hinged circle that sits as one continuous shape once closed. A segment ring has a small removable segment, making it easier to open and close without a full clasp mechanism. Both are worn once a piercing has healed, and both are available in 14K Gold across the same cartilage and lobe placements. Your piercing specialist can talk you through which fastening style suits your routine.

Book a piercing at SkinKandy

Ready to add a gold hoop to a healed piercing? Our piercing specialists can help you choose the right size. View our piercing menu to book.