{"product_id":"titanium-star-cluster-stud","title":"Titanium Star Cluster Stud","description":"\u003c!-- BLOC 1: DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003estar cartilage earring\u003c\/strong\u003e lines up three little stars: star-cut clear crystals, each held in fine prongs, set in a diagonal row about 8 mm long that follows the natural curve of your ear. Discreet up close, bright from across the room — a \u003cstrong\u003estar helix earring\u003c\/strong\u003e made for the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/helix-piercing\"\u003ehelix piercing\u003c\/a\u003e, and just as pretty on a tragus, conch, flat or lobe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is machined from \u003cstrong\u003eASTM F136 titanium (G23)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the implant-grade, nickel-free metal piercers rely on for cartilage, which heals slowly and is quick to react to low-quality alloys. The polished silver tone stays cool and minimal, so the three stars carry the whole look. Would you rather have a warmer glow? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gold-star-cluster-stud\"\u003egold star cluster stud\u003c\/a\u003e is the same design with a gold PVD finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderneath, it is a flat back labret: a smooth disc rests against the back of the ear, and the top screws in with internal threading, so the thread stays inside the post and nothing rough passes through the piercing. Prefer a leafy line to stars? Have a look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/titanium-marquise-climber\"\u003etitanium marquise climber\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich post length for your placement?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe post is \u003cstrong\u003e16G (1.2 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e and comes in \u003cstrong\u003e6, 8 or 10 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. As a rule of thumb:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e: a close fit on thin cartilage — helix, flat or a small \u003cstrong\u003estar tragus earring\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e: the most versatile length, for most helix piercings and lobes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e: for thicker tissue, such as a deep \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/conch-piercing\"\u003econch piercing\u003c\/a\u003e or a fuller lobe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions about the titanium star stud\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I wear it in a new star helix piercing?\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat back studs are what piercers use for cartilage, and nickel-free titanium is a safe match. For a brand-new piercing, let your piercer fit the first jewellery and choose the length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the stones?\u003c\/strong\u003e Three star-cut clear cubic zirconia (CZ) crystals, each prong-set so light reaches them from every side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy titanium rather than surgical steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel can contain nickel, a common cause of irritation. ASTM F136 titanium is nickel-free, which matters for slow-healing cartilage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPLIT --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BLOC 2: SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: implant-grade ASTM F136 titanium (G23), polished silver tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNickel-free — hypoallergenic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: flat back labret stud, internally threaded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStones: three star-cut clear cubic zirconia (CZ), prong-set in a diagonal row\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop: about 8 mm long, following the curve of the ear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGauge: 16G (1.2 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost length: 6, 8 or 10 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlacements: helix, tragus, conch, flat, lobe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare: clean with sterile saline and pat dry, wash your hands before touching the top, and check now and then that it is screwed in snugly. See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/piercing-aftercare-and-healing\"\u003eaftercare guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurea","offers":[{"title":"6 mm","offer_id":61340571271502,"sku":null,"price":19.53,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 mm","offer_id":61340571304270,"sku":null,"price":19.53,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 mm","offer_id":61340571337038,"sku":null,"price":19.53,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1083\/4785\/1086\/files\/clou-etoiles-cartilage-titane-aurea.jpg?v=1793021652","url":"https:\/\/aureapiercing.co\/products\/titanium-star-cluster-stud","provider":"Aurea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}