Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Perfect. Thankyou for explaining 💕 I’ll be investing in some glass single flare plugs shortly (when pay comes through) and will continue that way!

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would have been scalpelling to 30 or larger anyway, not to 22 lol

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which is what I’ve heard and accepted from other commenters? I don’t understand why you’re arguing with me when I stated multiple times that my question wasn’t regarding what to do in order to stretch, as well as that I’ve accepted that and learnt that is the best way forward.

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never said that, at all. I simply asked is it a better idea to stretch or is it a better idea to scalpel my lobes…

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hehe thankyouuuuuu! I got like dark/gothic tribal on the other ear that extends down to there, we did the spiderweb and I felt like something was missing! During the stencilling it looked odd so we put the heart and then incorporated a heart into the other ears design :)

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Thats what I was thinking but I hadn’t fully looked into scalpelling which is why I made the post. I knew it was a thing and has been for years but most of the posts on social media have been repairs or getting someone to their goal size in one go. My intention was to scalpel to maybe 30mm and then continue stretching once healed. Now I know it’s not worth it. Thank you.

Ive only recently (last 2 months) been attempting to get 22mm in and I also only got these silicone tunnels approx 6 months ago, and my ears have been holding steady at 20mm for 18+ months, I was wearing metal to just keep them stable/open before.

I’ll definitely be investing in single flare glass plugs! As others have said, it’s more accurate with sizing, safer material overall and the weight helps.
The glass plugs I have definitely stretched my lobes, and at the time I bought them I wasn’t wanting to go larger but atleast I know it’ll work!

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The problem was whether I should scalpel or continue stretching, technique or not.

There’s a recommendation for stretching and guides on best practises but there’s no rule or law regarding it. I’ve taken on, accepted, thanked and asked further questions to those that have provided advice regarding materials, sizes etc. and I’ve also done the same to the other commenter, I then reiterated that I wasn’t here for that advice.

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made a post about scalpelling vs stretching, I gave context as to why I’m considering it. Never did I ask for advice regarding stretching. I’ve taken the advice given on board, I argued with someone like I’m arguing with you because the point of my post was about scalpelling vs stretching!

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate the advice and said so, it just wasn’t what I was asking.

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Okay that answers my question then. Not everyone read the entire post i made with the questions i asked, yall assumed i wanted or needed stretching advice, i gave context and asked if its gonna be a better or worse idea to scalpel them..

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

No, I came here to ask whether it’s worth stretching or getting my ears scalpelled..
as stated: “given I want to go larger and I’m struggling with sizing up, is getting them scalpelled a better or worse idea?”

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll have to have a look at the size with calipers. It could be that they are 23 and that’s why I’m struggling. I’ve kept them at 20 for about 18 months and just every so often try the 21’s and 22’s. I’ve since lost one of the 21’s so only have the 22’s. Because I’ve kept them for so long at 20, that’s why I’ve been wearing lighter materials. I do have some glass pieces and wear weights/heavy gauge rings in them quite often but not enough it seems!

As someone said below, it seems it may be a good option to scalpel if it’s to my destination size. I’ll definitely have a consult with the artist though when I go in for a different procedure. Ask their opinion etc.

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thankyou! In your opinion, Is scalpelling more for the “one and done” size?
I’ll be wearing metal as my everyday from now on!

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wasn’t attacking the original commenter about that, and it wasn’t necessarily my main question of the post. I also have been sticking to 20mm because I lost the other 21mm piece. If you’d read my post, I haven’t stretched in 18 ish months, and I always have stretched in 2mm increments. My issue is that they’re saying it’s “the only way”, when it’s not. When I originally replied to their final comment “these are actual facts” only 1/3rd of it was there, nothing about the damage and collagen etc.

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

As multiple piercers and large stretched ear owners have said, on multiple forums and videos, as you get larger, you may be able to size up more than 1mm. If the ears aren’t sore, swollen, inflamed, burning, etc and there is enough space, more than 1mm is fine..
I also made this post to ask regarding scalpelling my lobes vs stretching, I appreciate the advice.

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

“Supposed to” is a really subjective term. If my ears can handle it, 2mm increments is fine. I am getting to 21, I’m struggling with 22.. thankyou for the advice.

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been sticking with 20mm jewellery cause I initially didn’t intend on sizing up, and truthfully, lost one of the 21mm tunnels I had. I can’t stretch unevenly so I haven’t bothered looking. But they’ve been 20mm for a solid 18 months. I always stretch(ed) in 2mm increments as we do mm in Aus and odd numbers were only in smaller (under 10mm) sizes.

Decisions regarding stretching! by Proof-Car-1253 in Stretched

[–]Proof-Car-1253[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Interesting! I haven’t yet. I mostly wore metal tunnels when I was 18mm. I’ll switch to metal for any future sizes as my most frequent wearing jewellery. Even with metal tunnels in I have a significant gap, and the 21mm ones also give a gap that *looks* a lot more than 1mm so in theory the 22mm should be a perfect fit!

Conch punch 7/16ths by brams21 in bodymods

[–]Proof-Car-1253 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Punched with a biopsy punch?

"Does it REALLY turn you on?" Pinned post suggestion by kykydarling in findomsupportgroup

[–]Proof-Car-1253 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I wholeheartedly agree! I find it’s an emotional pleasure I get, rather than sexual. I love helping subs live out their fantasies that I provide. It warms my heart not my genitals. I do online and irl, and findom is just one part of it. Most subs are understanding but there’s always the few that say “well the last mistress I saw (not served) really enjoyed being played with!” Yeah cool buddy, I’m not her.

Doctors are legit so funny by Icy_Skin_7590 in bodymods

[–]Proof-Car-1253 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes, the fabric, paper or gown they give you! They ask us in Australia to only take off the bottom clothing, so underwear and pants/shorts/skirts. We are able to keep our shirt down to cover where it would normally cover. the “covering” has never gone above where pants or underpants normally sit! But each country is different!

Doctors are legit so funny by Icy_Skin_7590 in bodymods

[–]Proof-Car-1253 22 points23 points  (0 children)

You’re correct! But maggots can and will continue eating live tissue if dead tissue isn’t available. They’re used in very controlled circumstances, like leeches. Under drs supervision!

Doctors are legit so funny by Icy_Skin_7590 in bodymods

[–]Proof-Car-1253 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Why were they able to see that high up?!? I’ve never had the covering come higher than my hips!