A titanium labret is the standard flat-back stud used across a wide range of piercings — from lip and philtrum piercings to ear cartilage placements like the helix, tragus, conch and lobe. Every labret at Camden Body Jewellery is made from implant-grade titanium (ASTM F136), the medical-grade alloy that professional piercers worldwide trust for both initial piercing and long-term wear. The flat disc back sits flush against the skin, distributing pressure evenly and preventing the stud from pressing painfully into tissue.
Labret studs in this collection are available in both internally threaded and threadless (push-pin) configurations. Internally threaded labrets have the screw thread inside the post rather than on the outside, meaning a smooth post slides through the piercing channel — significantly more comfortable than externally threaded alternatives. Threadless labrets use a tension-fit pin system where the decorative top simply pushes into the hollow post and holds securely without any threading at all.
Standard labret gauges include 16G (1.2mm) for ear cartilage and lip piercings, and 14G (1.6mm) for thicker tissue placements. Post lengths range from 6mm for healed piercings to longer options for fresh piercings or thicker tissue. Decorative tops span from simple polished balls and flat discs to CZ gems, opals, stars, moons, hearts and other designs — all interchangeable on the same labret post.
Titanium labrets are approximately 40% lighter than steel equivalents, which means less pressure on the piercing site during healing and everyday wear. The metal is fully waterproof, corrosion-resistant and will not react with saliva (important for lip piercings), sweat or moisture. The hypoallergenic ASTM F136 grade ensures no irritation regardless of placement.
Labret Care
Healing times vary by placement: lip piercings typically heal in 6 to 10 weeks, while ear cartilage piercings take 6 to 12 months. Clean with sterile saline spray and avoid touching with unwashed hands. Once healed, you can swap decorative tops freely without removing the labret post.
Explore related collections:
- Flat Back Earrings — labret studs for comfortable ear wear
- Labret Jewellery — the full labret piercing collection
- Titanium Earrings — implant-grade titanium for every ear piercing
- Helix Piercing Jewellery — labret studs are a popular helix choice
- Tragus Piercing Jewellery — flat-back labrets are ideal for the tragus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a labret stud?
A labret is a flat-back stud consisting of a disc back, a straight post and a decorative threaded or push-pin top. Originally designed for lip piercings, labrets are now widely used for ear cartilage piercings (helix, tragus, conch) due to their comfortable flat back.
What is the difference between internally threaded and externally threaded labrets?
Internally threaded labrets have the screw thread inside the post, so a smooth post slides through the piercing. Externally threaded labrets have threads on the outside of the post, which can scratch and irritate the piercing channel. Internally threaded is the safer option.
What length labret do I need?
For healed piercings, 6mm is the standard post length for ear cartilage and lip piercings. Fresh piercings may need 8mm or longer to accommodate swelling. Your piercer will downsize the post once initial swelling subsides.