Ear gauging or stretching is a form of body modification that has become increasingly popular in recent years. It is the process of widening the earlobe using specially designed jewelry and tools. The practice of ear gauging has been around for centuries, but it is becoming more widespread among different age groups due to its aesthetic appeal and low cost. In this article, we’ll explain what ear gauges are, how they work, and why they are so popular.  

What Are Ear Gauges? 

Ear gauges are specially designed jewelry pieces that are used to stretch the earlobe. They come in a variety of sizes, from tiny studs to large plugs. Generally speaking, the larger the gauge size, the greater the stretch required. These pieces come in a variety of materials including wood, metal, plastic, glass and even stone. Each material has its own unique look and feel making them perfect for customizing your look. 

How Do Ear Gauges Work? 

The process of stretching an ear lobe is fairly simple. First, you must select an appropriate gauge size for your desired effect. Most beginners start with small gauge sizes such as 16g or 14g and gradually work their way up over time as their ears adjust to stretching. Once you have selected your desired gauge size, you will need to purchase special jewelry pieces known as plugs or tunnels which fit into your stretched lobes. These plugs come in various shapes and sizes so you can customize your look however you like!  

Once you have purchased your plugs or tunnels all that’s left to do is insert them into your freshly stretched lobes! This can be done with a tool called an insertion taper which is inserted into the lobe before being removed leaving behind a perfectly sized hole for inserting your jewelry piece!  The entire process should take no more than 10 minutes per lobe depending on how quickly your ears adjust to stretching!  

Why Are Ear Gauges Popular? 

Ear gauging has become increasingly popular over the past couple of decades due to its relatively low cost and ease of use compared to other forms of body modification such as tattoos or piercings which require needles and often result in permanent changes or scarring. Furthermore, ear gauging allows individuals to customize their appearance without any permanent changes being made which makes it ideal for those who want temporary modifications that can be reversed at any time if desired!  

Ear gauging is an increasingly popular form of body modification that involves stretching one’s earlobes with specially designed jewelry pieces known as plugs or tunnels in order to achieve various looks depending on preference. It is relatively inexpensive compared to other forms of body modification such as tattoos or piercings and allows individuals to customize their appearance without any permanent changes being made which makes it ideal for those who want temporary modifications that can be reversed at any time if desired! The process of gauging involves gradually increasing the size of the piercing over time in order to accommodate larger pieces, and it is important to ensure that this process is done carefully in order to prevent any potential complications.