Choosing the right piercing

The labret is the most common type of jewelry for helix piercings. It is also used for tragus or conch piercings. April Please opted for a BioFlex push-through labret, compatible with the piercings offered on the eshop. 

The benefits of the BioFlex push-through labret: 

• Easy to put in place right after piercing or after healing. The push-through system ensures a perfect fit without the hassle of screwing on a ball 
• Hypoallergenic and sold sterilized 
• Invisible and flat behind the ear to prevent snagging
• Made of flexible resin, it promotes healing by adapting to the contours of your ear and therefore provides welcome comfort. 
• Its patented design allows it to retain its original color and not yellow over time.

The thickness of the piercing is measured in millimeters or gauge (the unit of measurement generally used in the United States).

The size offered by April Please is 1 millimeter, compared to 0.8 millimeters for classic earrings, with a butterfly clasp.

It is important to have a piercing jewelry bar of the correct length.

Indeed, a bar that is too short would compress the cartilage and could be painful, while a bar that is too long will increase the risk of snagging.

Please note that for the clip-on bioplastic bar, since there is no thread pitch, you should measure from the base, excluding the platform, to the end of the platform.

Standard labret lengths are 6 mm, 7 mm, 8 mm, or 10 mm.

At April Please, we have opted for 6 and 7 millimeter labrets, as the piercings we offer are mainly for the helix, tragus, and conch.

The optimal length and width may vary depending on the individual's anatomy. What suits one person may not suit another due to differences in body shape, skin thickness, etc.

At April Please, your well-being and comfort are paramount. And one of the main advantages of this bioplast labret is its exceptional comfort. Thanks to its flexibility and lightness, it easily adapts to your body, thus reducing the risk of irritation or discomfort, even during prolonged use.

Although bioplast is flexible, it is also durable and resistant to daily wear and tear. It does not corrode or oxidize, making it an ideal choice for those who lead an active and dynamic life. 

Bioplast is a biocompatible material, which means it is safe for body use. It is hypoallergenic and does not contain harmful substances, thus reducing the risk of allergic reactions or skin inflammation. In fact, nowadays, many piercers opt for bioplast jewelry to aid their clients' healing, thus attesting to its safety and compliance with industry standards in the piercing industry.

The April Please piercings were designed primarily to adorn the ear. They can be worn in 3 different places: the helix, the conch and the tragus. 

If your jewelry is made of titanium, surgical steel, or Bioflex, clean around the loop twice a day with saline solution without removing the jewelry. It is also best to avoid touching it with dirty hands. Avoid chemicals and baths, and watch for signs of infection.

Do not change the jewelry until it has completely healed. Depending on where the piercing was done, healing can take anywhere from two weeks to several months.

Once healed, your piercing is no longer at risk of infection. However, it is best to avoid touching your piercing with dirty hands and to keep it away from chemicals and stagnant water.

To restore your jewelry's shine, use a small brush and some soapy water. This works wonders to make your jewelry sparkle again and to thoroughly clean the prongs around the crystals.