Flashback Jewellery at SkinKandy
Flashback jewellery at SkinKandy is reversible flatback jewellery for lobe and helix piercings, made from Titanium at 16G. Each piece flips to show a different design on either side, giving you two looks from one piece of jewellery, so you can switch styles without changing your earring. It's waterproof and tarnish-resistant, making it a low-maintenance option for people who want their jewellery to keep up with everyday wear. Flashback jewellery suits anyone with a healed lobe or helix piercing who wants more versatility from their piercing jewellery collection.
What is flashback jewellery and who is it for?
Flashback jewellery is a reversible flatback style that lets you flip the top to reveal a second design, so one piece of jewellery gives you two different looks. It suits anyone with a healed lobe or helix piercing who likes to switch up their style without buying separate pieces, whether that's for day-to-night wear or matching different outfits. Because it's built on a flatback fitting, it sits flush against the skin and works well alongside ballback styles in a wider stud stack. It's a healed-piercing style rather than an initial piercing jewellery option, so it's best introduced once your lobe or helix has settled.
What gauge is flashback jewellery?
Flashback jewellery at SkinKandy is fitted at 16G, the standard gauge for lobe and helix flatback jewellery. Because it's designed for healed piercings, it's fitted to match the post length you're already comfortable wearing, typically 6mm or 8mm depending on your anatomy. If a piece feels tight or doesn't sit flush, it's worth having a piercing specialist check the fit rather than forcing it into place. Our piercing specialists can help match a flashback design to your existing piercing length.
What material is flashback jewellery made from?
Flashback jewellery at SkinKandy is made from implant grade Titanium, which is lightweight and safe for sensitive skin. Unlike Surgical Steel, Titanium doesn't carry any trace nickel, which makes it a comfortable choice for people who plan to flip and handle their jewellery often. It's also waterproof and tarnish-resistant, so it holds up well to showering, swimming and everyday wear without losing its finish. This makes it a practical pick for a piece designed to be worn two ways.
Flashback vs regular flatback, what's the difference?
A regular flatback shows one fixed design on the front, while flashback jewellery is reversible, letting you flip the same piece to reveal a second design on the other side. Both sit flush against the skin at 16G, so the comfort and fit are the same, and the difference comes down to versatility rather than sizing. Flashback jewellery is a good option if you like to change your look often but don't want to keep swapping pieces in and out of a healed piercing. If you're after a single, permanent design instead, a standard flatback might suit you better.
How do I look after flashback jewellery?
Clean flashback jewellery the same way you would any healed piercing jewellery, and avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive cloths that could scratch the reversible design. Since it's waterproof and tarnish-resistant, it can handle daily wear, showering and swimming without special care. Check the fitting occasionally to make sure it's still sitting flush and hasn't loosened from regular flipping. For general aftercare guidance on healed piercings, our aftercare page has everything you need.
Book a piercing at SkinKandy
Want to add a lobe or helix piercing before styling it with flashback jewellery? Book your piercing experience with our piercing specialists via our piercing menu.
