Ultimate Guide: Threadless Cartilage Earrings

Threadless cartilage earrings are a piercer-approved style of jewellery that is highly regarded as safe, comfortable and easy to fit. If you're new to threadless jewellery, you probably have a lot of questions so we're going to cover them all in this helpful guide.

What are threadless earrings?

Threadless earrings are a style of cartilage stud which do not require screwing to insert the jewellery, as the name suggests. Threadless is also known as 'push fit' since the attachment simply pushes inside the bar to remain secure.

How do threadless earrings work?

Threadless earrings contains two parts, the attachment and the flat-back bar. The attachment features a decorative design with a thin pin which is slightly bent. When the attachment is pushed inside the bar there is tension caused by the bend of the pin which holds the two parts together.

How do threadless earrings stay in?

Threadless earrings stay secure by tension caused from a slight bend in the pin on the decorative attachment. The friction between the parts ensures the jewellery stays in place and doesn't fall out easily if the pin is adjusted correctly.

Can I use a different bar with my threadless earring?

Yes, threadless earrings are universal so they can be interchanged with different threadless bars in a range of gauges and bar lengths. It's recommended to purchase the attachments and bars from the same company otherwise they may not be compatible.

What is the difference between internally threaded and threadless?

The difference between internally threaded jewellery and threadless jewellery is the way the jewellery is secured. Internally threaded earrings require screwing the attachment inside the bar, which can be extremely fiddly and sometimes they can unscrew resulting in lost parts. Threadless earrings have a quick and easy 'push in' method which doesn't involve screwing, this makes changing the jewellery much less stressful and they are often much more secure for extended periods of time.

Why is threadless jewellery better?

Threadless jewellery is better because it is much easier to fit than other types of earrings that require screwing. It offers a quick and hassle-free solution for those who struggle to fit their earrings at home with the reassurance of comfort, security and versatility.

Why should I choose threadless earrings?

1. Threadless cartilage studs are much easier to fit at home, making the experience of changing your piercing more enjoyable and less hassle.

2. Threadless jewellery is very secure since it can't fall out accidentally if the pin is bent correctly.

3. Threadless attachments are universal so they can fit inside threadless flat-back bars in a range of gauges and lengths. This huge benefit offers cost efficiency since attachments can be simply reused without having to purchase a whole new piece each time.

4. Threadless jewellery is suitable for permanent wear if it's made from hypoallergenic metals such as ASTM F136 Titanium. 

5. Threadless earrings are extremely comfortable because they have a flat disc backing which sits flush against the skin so they can't poke into your skin.

How do I clean threadless earrings?

Threadless jewellery doesn't have threads unlike externally threaded or internally threaded earrings which can accumulate bacteria, therefore it is a much more hygienic option for your piercing. Threadless earrings can be cleaned using saline or a mild soap solution to remove any dirt of debris.

How do I fit a threadless earring?

The easiest way to fit a threadless earring is by using a Threadless Labret Insertion Tool to easily guide the bar through the piercing. 

How do I adjust a threadless earring?