BodyMod.org Forum : Healthy stretching FAQ http://www.bodymod.org/forum This is an XML content feed of; BodyMod.org Forum : BodyMod.org FAQ : Healthy stretching FAQ Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:30:41 UT Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:02:45 UT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 8.0 RC1.1 60 www.bodymod.org/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=9647 Healthy stretching FAQ : 6g is a great size to start taping... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=208236#208236 Author: Cale
Subject: 9647
Posted: January/05/2009 at 4:02pm

6g is a great size to start taping at. :)]]> Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:02:45 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=208236#208236 Healthy stretching FAQ : Amazing thread dude, mad props.... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=207736#207736 Author: pojo1806
Subject: 9647
Posted: January/04/2009 at 12:49pm

Amazing thread dude, mad props. *thumbs up*]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2009 12:49:32 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=207736#207736 Healthy stretching FAQ : i usually recomend to start taping... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=207733#207733 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: January/04/2009 at 12:42pm

i usually recomend to start taping at 6g]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2009 12:42:16 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=207733#207733 Healthy stretching FAQ : At what gauge should you start... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=207701#207701 Author: freckledimple
Subject: 9647
Posted: January/04/2009 at 10:48am

At what gauge should you start taping?  I'm up to a 6g with my largest holes, and am getting ready to stretch again(don't worry, I'm going slow).  I understand the safe taping process, but nothing has been mentioned about what size it's recomended to start at.  Thanks.]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2009 10:48:08 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=207701#207701 Healthy stretching FAQ : Hey, thanks for the advise! I'll... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=207604#207604 Author: skkyzelda
Subject: 9647
Posted: January/04/2009 at 2:20am

Hey, thanks for the advise!  I'll need all the help I can get! :D]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2009 02:20:36 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=207604#207604 Healthy stretching FAQ : you're so sweet!! this is... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=202482#202482 Author: jonnie RoTTon
Subject: 9647
Posted: December/17/2008 at 7:20pm

you're  so sweet!! this is awesome thanks!!!
]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2008 19:20:27 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=202482#202482 Healthy stretching FAQ : Originally posted by JuL_crimsonPTFE... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=201818#201818 Author: LAFhasheart
Subject: 9647
Posted: December/16/2008 at 8:56am

Originally posted by JuL_crimson

PTFE is the abreviation of polytetrafluoroethylene (thanks wiki for full name) and it is sold under the commercial name Teflon. The tape is white, has no glue, won't irritate your piercings and teflon has a REALLY low coefficient of friction(second for all know soldids). PVC and electrical tape are to be avoided because they contain glue that can be toxic. If there's no irritation, it doesnt mean that the glue isnt toxic either. PTFE (or Teflon if you prefer) tape is really cheap. I just bought some and it cost...0,55$ CND


If PVC tape is bad because of the toxic glues, how bad would non adhesive bondage tape containing PCV be? Is it just the glue that makes it bad? Or the actual PVC material? I've seen people make tunnels out of PVC piping, I'm not sure if they used a skin over it though.
]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 08:56:03 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=201818#201818 Healthy stretching FAQ : wow!! thanx!!! http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=200862#200862 Author: AntoParanoia
Subject: 9647
Posted: December/13/2008 at 3:55pm

wow!! thanx!!! Innocent]]> Sat, 13 Dec 2008 15:55:26 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=200862#200862 Healthy stretching FAQ : Originally posted by MrGlassIsn't... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=200858#200858 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: December/13/2008 at 3:50pm

Originally posted by MrGlass

Isn't that why they stared making parylene coated silicone jewelry? Have you heard anything about this or no?

This is what I found on them (from baf)
Parylene coating is a process that is widely used in the medical industry to provide silicone with a low-friction, non-tacky surface finish. What this means is instead of the eyelet having a rubbery surface, it now has a smooth feeling. Parylene-coated body jewelry has been privately tested for the past two years, and it has been determined that this coating effectively eliminates mechanically-induced sensitivities related to the tacky surface texture of uncoated silicone body jewelry. It is exciting to finally share this revolutionary product line with the public.

I say this because I cannot sleep with my plugs out and these make it very easy to sleep with them in. Every time I take my plugs out to sleep it takes me at LEAST a few days to get them back in after using old jewelry and taping back to size. I didn't take them out until after like 3-4 months being stretched up to this size (5/8ths) and I thought after doing it often the need to stretch again would stop. Any advise?


ive actually never heard of this but i think if it works that well its a great idea but still not great to stretch with, and i too dont like taking mine out to sleep much becase they shrink so fast and i usually just take em out during the day instead so i can be more aware and keep a better eye on my ears but if this really is working ill have to give it a try]]> Sat, 13 Dec 2008 15:50:22 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=200858#200858 Healthy stretching FAQ : Thanks for the info. Im in the... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=200797#200797 Author: chellini2
Subject: 9647
Posted: December/13/2008 at 12:17pm

Thanks for the info. Im in the process of stretching now. Ive used tappers up to 2 gauge were im at now. I think now ill try taping. Thanks ! 

Edited by chellini2 - December/13/2008 at 12:18pm]]> Sat, 13 Dec 2008 12:17:36 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=200797#200797 Healthy stretching FAQ : I never thought of simply using... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=200712#200712 Author: clysmaniac
Subject: 9647
Posted: December/13/2008 at 8:38am

I never thought of simply using tape. I'm more of a mechanical guy and just mademy own stretchers when commercial tapers weren't available. I have a frenum piercing, originally 12 gauge, now stretched to 1/2 inch]]> Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:38:10 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=200712#200712 Healthy stretching FAQ : thanks heaps :) http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=193676#193676 Author: mcbryced00d
Subject: 9647
Posted: November/20/2008 at 9:41am

thanks heaps :)]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:41:02 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=193676#193676 Healthy stretching FAQ : Isn't that why they stared... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=192800#192800 Author: MrGlass
Subject: 9647
Posted: November/18/2008 at 6:48am

Isn't that why they stared making parylene coated silicone jewelry? Have you heard anything about this or no?

This is what I found on them (from baf)
Parylene coating is a process that is widely used in the medical industry to provide silicone with a low-friction, non-tacky surface finish. What this means is instead of the eyelet having a rubbery surface, it now has a smooth feeling. Parylene-coated body jewelry has been privately tested for the past two years, and it has been determined that this coating effectively eliminates mechanically-induced sensitivities related to the tacky surface texture of uncoated silicone body jewelry. It is exciting to finally share this revolutionary product line with the public.

I say this because I cannot sleep with my plugs out and these make it very easy to sleep with them in. Every time I take my plugs out to sleep it takes me at LEAST a few days to get them back in after using old jewelry and taping back to size. I didn't take them out until after like 3-4 months being stretched up to this size (5/8ths) and I thought after doing it often the need to stretch again would stop. Any advise?

Edited by MrGlass - November/18/2008 at 6:55am]]> Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:48:15 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=192800#192800 Healthy stretching FAQ : Originally posted by nok1888do... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=192701#192701 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: November/17/2008 at 9:24pm

Originally posted by nok1888

do you mean silicone is bad  for freshly pierced lobes i take it


ive seen terible things happen to lobes healing, and fully healed with silicone, my friends ear rotted in half once and he had nice healthy lobes, some people get really bad reactions to it]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2008 21:24:49 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=192701#192701 Healthy stretching FAQ : Some good info here so cheers,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=192570#192570 Author: johnhugh
Subject: 9647
Posted: November/17/2008 at 4:05pm

Some good info here so cheers, as I do find stretching hard.]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2008 16:05:34 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=192570#192570 Healthy stretching FAQ : do you mean silicone isbadfor... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184750#184750 Author: nok1888
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/23/2008 at 6:39am

do you mean silicone is bad  for freshly pierced lobes i take it]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2008 06:39:11 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184750#184750 Healthy stretching FAQ : heck yeah I am all about warm... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184630#184630 Author: LipsticStardust
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/22/2008 at 8:40pm

heck yeah I am all about warm water and Emu oil.The stuff is pure gold as far as I am concerned(and almost as expensive.)and this is my 2nd time stretching after a 4 year break!Crazy]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2008 20:40:45 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184630#184630 Healthy stretching FAQ : Well, i shall have to go look... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184573#184573 Author: Corinne
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/22/2008 at 4:30pm

Well, i shall have to go look again. Those bastards told me "this is the only tape we have...here in the tape section"

Thanks! I'll go check.

Edit: Fount it, tried it, and I HATE IT. After I lube the tape up and stick it in my ear, the tape dries, and sticks to my ear in a very uncomfortable manner.

I think I'll try bondage tape. I hope it doesn't stick to my ear like ptfe tape.

Edited by Corinne - October/22/2008 at 8:07pm]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2008 16:30:00 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184573#184573 Healthy stretching FAQ : if you go to a store such as wal-mart... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184251#184251 Author: ihaveonlyme
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/19/2008 at 8:58pm

if you go to a store such as wal-mart you wont find teflon tape with the tape and glue. you have to look in the plumbing section like sean said. i was looking at wal-mart for teflon tape for 10 minutes before i asked and found out it was in the plumbing section]]> Sun, 19 Oct 2008 20:58:45 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184251#184251 Healthy stretching FAQ : Look in the plumbing section.I... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184245#184245 Author: CheeseStix
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/19/2008 at 8:46pm

Look in the plumbing section.
I got mine at Canadian Tire. It was $0.65 a roll...
]]> Sun, 19 Oct 2008 20:46:44 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184245#184245 Healthy stretching FAQ : For the life of me, I cannot find... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184240#184240 Author: Corinne
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/19/2008 at 8:26pm

For the life of me, I cannot find ptfe/teflon tape. I've looked at Target, Walmart, and a few grocery stores (Vons, Ralphs, Albertson's). Would Home Depot have it?

The closest sex shop is pretty far, and I'm spending my dad's money (since I'm broke, and tape is cheap) so I'd rather not have a charge from 'F Street', or 'Deja Vu Love Boutique' for him to stumble upon.

Or is there someplace online where I can buy it for cheap?

Info would be rad. Thanks!]]> Sun, 19 Oct 2008 20:26:51 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184240#184240 Healthy stretching FAQ : painfulpleasures.com is where... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184065#184065 Author: CheeseStix
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/18/2008 at 11:24pm

painfulpleasures.com is where I get all mine.. a few I hear mentioned a lot are also onetribe.nu (?) glasswearstudios.com pierceitshop.co.uk ... Just hit the search button and search for jewellery sites.. I'm sure you'll get lists of sites to get stuff. =D

Check out this forum thread, it should help:
http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts~TID~11653~SID~49fc81a57fceezaef639f1174fef1azc.htm


Edited by CheeseStix - October/18/2008 at 11:28pm]]> Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:24:52 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184065#184065 Healthy stretching FAQ : i like bodyartforms.com they have... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184056#184056 Author: ihaveonlyme
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/18/2008 at 9:10pm

i like bodyartforms.com they have a good range of jewelry both cheap and expensive]]> Sat, 18 Oct 2008 21:10:03 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184056#184056 Healthy stretching FAQ : Thanx for all the info guys, anybody... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184046#184046 Author: banana_101
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/18/2008 at 7:04pm

Thanx for all the info guys, anybody know of any good sites to get good jewlery?]]> Sat, 18 Oct 2008 19:04:20 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=184046#184046 Healthy stretching FAQ : The best jewelry to wear would... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=183325#183325 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/16/2008 at 2:49pm

The best jewelry to wear would be a plug without a flare. Makes putting them in much safer for a fresh stretch.

Edited by wholeofme - October/16/2008 at 2:49pm]]> Thu, 16 Oct 2008 14:49:16 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=183325#183325 Healthy stretching FAQ : sweet... just wanted to check... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=183267#183267 Author: freckled20
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/16/2008 at 12:55pm

sweet... just wanted to check :)]]> Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:55:07 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=183267#183267 Healthy stretching FAQ : glass (pyrex) and hypoallergenic... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=183263#183263 Author: k.harr
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/16/2008 at 12:49pm

glass (pyrex) and hypoallergenic metals (ie. titanium or stainless steel) for fresh stretches. :]

]]> Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:49:14 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=183263#183263 Healthy stretching FAQ : I've seen nothing about acrylic....... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=183252#183252 Author: freckled20
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/16/2008 at 12:10pm

I've seen nothing about acrylic.... bad? okay? I would love to start stretching (using tape) but I don't want to buy jewelry that I'm not supposed to wear during a fresh stretch.]]> Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:10:47 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=183252#183252 Healthy stretching FAQ : well how handy is that, im thinking... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=181931#181931 Author: k.harr
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/13/2008 at 10:51am

well how handy is that, im thinking about stretching my ears again, and this thread just so happened to show up in the active topics. what are the odds of that? its meant to be. ]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2008 10:51:40 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=181931#181931 Healthy stretching FAQ : u are officially my hero. thanks.... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=181883#181883 Author: jessiswhoiam831
Subject: 9647
Posted: October/13/2008 at 7:11am

u are officially my hero. thanks. I never knew this stuff an I've hurt my ears many times...now I know what to do.]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:11:01 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=181883#181883 Healthy stretching FAQ : how wrinkly should the holes be? ... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=169176#169176 Author: AydinErro
Subject: 9647
Posted: September/07/2008 at 1:38pm

how wrinkly should the holes be?
]]> Sun, 07 Sep 2008 13:38:23 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=169176#169176 Healthy stretching FAQ : Just an update here...I already... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=168631#168631 Author: Ashleigh
Subject: 9647
Posted: September/06/2008 at 2:06am

Just an update here...I already posted this in another forum, but all those problems I was having with my ears turned out to be an allergy to silicon o-rings...after just two days with hoops in (also downsized to an 8ga from a 6ga) my ears look great, and best of all no pain anymore :)]]> Sat, 06 Sep 2008 02:06:34 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=168631#168631 Healthy stretching FAQ : My friend have her ear lobes pierced,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=168601#168601 Author: pinguino
Subject: 9647
Posted: September/06/2008 at 12:16am

My friend have her ear lobes pierced, and she wants to stretch it a bit, how she should star?

what kind of jewerly or something she must have?
]]> Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:16:13 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=168601#168601 Healthy stretching FAQ : Ahhh, thank ya kindly darlin'... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=160120#160120 Author: dinosaur
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/13/2008 at 1:04am

Ahhh, thank ya kindly darlin' ;D
Was just wondering is all.
^^"
]]> Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:04:04 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=160120#160120 Healthy stretching FAQ : How large has anybody out... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=160013#160013 Author: laptopt
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/12/2008 at 6:00pm

How large has anybody out there stretched upper earnon-cartilage piercings. I have two 8ga with single flair tunnels.I have had up to 4ga circular barbells in them but the weight made them hurt.For that and some work related reasons I did not ware anything in them for thelast few years. I would like to go to 4 or 2ga. What is the best thing to warein them.

]]> Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:00:10 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=160013#160013 Healthy stretching FAQ : Dinosaur what i think your trying... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=159870#159870 Author: lowlifer
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/12/2008 at 9:11am

Dinosaur what i think your trying to explain is what's called a wearable area.

I have had the same problem with a pair of tunnels i bought when i was at 35mm. It just means you need to try and look for jewelery with a bigger wearable area.
 Measure how long you current jewellery is and add on however many mm's you need to make your ear fit in comfortably.
 
 If you wear jewellery with a wearable area that is too small it can lead to a lot of trouble (from my experience with clients and also some personal experience)
Hope this helps dinosaur
]]> Tue, 12 Aug 2008 09:11:17 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=159870#159870 Healthy stretching FAQ : For people new to stretching,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=159742#159742 Author: dinosaur
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/11/2008 at 8:25pm

For people new to stretching, that was pretty good information, and helpful for those interested in it.
I know my share about stretching lobes and keeping them healthy, and I even make some of my own jewelry, howeverrr; I came across a problem, I need help with xD
I've been stretching my lobes for the past 3 years, I'm now only at 5/8.
I stretch with tape, as well as tapers. Right now I'm using tapers. Anywho, I'm at 5/8, with the taper size. I've bought some Flesh Tunnels, however, they seem to, hmm, Thin I suppose I could say, yes, Thin. The gauge size is perfect, however its just too thin, it goes through but the back end wont stay on, it's really irritating =/.
So would it be better to get new ones possibly thicker, if you know what I mean by thin/thickness in my current tunnels, or just better off with my own?


I'll try to explain the thin/thickness problem I'm having.
The tunnel itself.

& the thickness.

It's too thin.
D:
]]> Mon, 11 Aug 2008 20:25:30 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=159742#159742 Healthy stretching FAQ : I must say it's starting... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=159606#159606 Author: Ashleigh
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/11/2008 at 1:09pm

I must say it's starting to feel a bit better, still a little blood with last nights soak, but less than before.  I'm trying to wear my hair up, not sleep on it, and answer the phone on the other side, so hopefully that will help.]]> Mon, 11 Aug 2008 13:09:49 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=159606#159606 Healthy stretching FAQ : No you're not screwed. You... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=159566#159566 Author: Carrie_p2005
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/11/2008 at 10:20am

No you're not screwed.  You need to baby the piercing and do frequent soaks.  Keep a close eye on it to make sure it does not get infected, and watch the spot that looks torn to make sure it does not get any bigger.  The bleeding was caused by some form of irritation or another.  Since you sleep on that side you could have dragged some dried crusties down into the hole.  Those things have the potential to tear the sensitive tissue.  I've seen it happen quite a few times.]]> Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:20:46 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=159566#159566 Healthy stretching FAQ : www.bodyartforms.com is brilliant ... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=158870#158870 Author: pantspantspants
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/09/2008 at 8:49am

www.bodyartforms.com is brilliant]]> Sat, 09 Aug 2008 08:49:23 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=158870#158870 Healthy stretching FAQ : Originally posted by kcircheck... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=158423#158423 Author: Ashleigh
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/08/2008 at 1:04am

Originally posted by kcir

check your jewelery to make sure thare are no uneven spots or burrs, sometimes irritations like that will cause problems. other than that i have no clue why they would just spontaneously bleed.
 
So I saw my piercer today.  He checked my jewelry, it's fine, but said something is irritating it.  He said either dust mites on my pillow (since I do sometimes sleep on that side), or from germs on my phones...or when I took my jewelry out I might have pulled something through...like a hair or fuzzy... something I'm doing is cuasing my ear problems.  So when at home I used alcohol swabs and cleaned all the phones, and changed my pillow case.  Well I just went to soak my ear & it gushed blood.  When I held a flashlight behind it I thought it looked like maybe the skin inside was torn....I'm screwed aren't I?
]]> Fri, 08 Aug 2008 01:04:51 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=158423#158423 Healthy stretching FAQ : I thought I would put my 2... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=158418#158418 Author: laptopt
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/08/2008 at 12:10am

I thought I would put my 2 cents in and ask a question. Ihave never gone larger than 4ga in anything but a hafada. I have always usedantibiotic ointment with a petroleum jelly base. This is what I have always hadthe piercing parlors use so I figure it must work. I have not had any problemor infection using this method. I was advised the first time I got pierced notto get over 10ga for an initial piercing. This has worked well for me.

My question is; how hard are the saddle type plugs to get inand out?

Does the hole need to be well healed at that size to warethem?

 

]]> Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:10:55 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=158418#158418 Healthy stretching FAQ : Maybe also add some information... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156473#156473 Author: Fatum
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/04/2008 at 8:22am

Maybe also add some information on a newly pierced stretch?
I.e. what material to use as initial jewelry, the maximum size you should get when getting it pierced, how long to leave the initial jewelry in, how to take it out after that period of time, how to keep the stretch clean and healthy afterwards etc...

(I know it's a lot, but i think this information could be helpful for new people, like myself ;) )


Edited by Fatum - August/08/2008 at 3:35am]]> Mon, 04 Aug 2008 08:22:04 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156473#156473 Healthy stretching FAQ : check your jewelery to make sure... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156471#156471 Author: kcir
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/04/2008 at 8:21am

check your jewelery to make sure thare are no uneven spots or burrs, sometimes irritations like that will cause problems. other than that i have no clue why they would just spontaneously bleed.]]> Mon, 04 Aug 2008 08:21:12 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156471#156471 Healthy stretching FAQ : I tried to take a pix but you... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156356#156356 Author: Ashleigh
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/04/2008 at 1:54am

I tried to take a pix but you cant really see anything...it looks normal it just bleed a lot last night...and this is gross, but there was some kind of clumpy blood.  Today its a bit tender but not any blood...well the water from my salt soak was pinkish but I think it could have been dried blood.
 
*EDIT*
Ok never mind about the no blood bit, I just finished my bedtime soak & it bleed a bit...not as much as last night but this is still upsetting me.  Thank gawd my piercer will be back tomorrow, I'm goin in as soon as they open!


Edited by Ashleigh - August/04/2008 at 2:28am]]> Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:54:48 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156356#156356 Healthy stretching FAQ : hrm, sounds unusual, can you post... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156097#156097 Author: kcir
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/03/2008 at 12:50pm

hrm, sounds unusual, can you post a photo? ]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2008 12:50:28 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156097#156097 Healthy stretching FAQ : Ok here's my situation: I... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156017#156017 Author: Ashleigh
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/03/2008 at 4:02am

Ok here's my situation: I started stretching my ears from a standard ga and got to a 6ga last year.  My immune system is lame and somehow got the hole of my right ear infected (staff infection).  So I had to take the jewelry out to heal.  A year later I decided to get it repierced.  Since the hole was only closed on the outside & I could feel the space on the inside, I had it repierced at a 6ga. NOW I've never had anything pierced at that size and am just wondering if it's normal that 3 weeks after it was pierced it all of the sudden bleed a lot when I went to do my salt soak?  Long question I know but since my piercer is out of town I want some reassurance my ear is ok...]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2008 04:02:57 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156017#156017 Healthy stretching FAQ : he can do custom ones for you... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156004#156004 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/03/2008 at 3:28am

he can do custom ones for you too, i think onetribe.nu you can do paypal i dont remember]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2008 03:28:53 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=156004#156004 Healthy stretching FAQ : Good places online to buy tapers... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=155996#155996 Author: SierraFoxtrot
Subject: 9647
Posted: August/03/2008 at 2:53am

Good places online to buy tapers and plugs?
More specifically, places that allow you to pay via PayPal, I know that Zencat's store does this but he has mostly larger sizes and my ears are only little.
]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:53:46 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=155996#155996 Healthy stretching FAQ : Just ask for thread sealing tape... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149282#149282 Author: glimmi
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/19/2008 at 2:23am

Just ask for thread sealing tape in the plumbing section of a hardware store. They use ptfe tape to seal the threads of pipes and stuff and there's no real difference in the different colors. But I do agree the best way to stretch is to let time do its thing and just wait till you can put the next size in especialy with lobes the longer you wait the better it is.]]> Sat, 19 Jul 2008 02:23:09 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149282#149282 Healthy stretching FAQ : PTFE is the abreviation of polytetrafluoroethylene... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149225#149225 Author: JuL_crimson
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/18/2008 at 8:41pm

PTFE is the abreviation of polytetrafluoroethylene (thanks wiki for full name) and it is sold under the commercial name Teflon. The tape is white, has no glue, won't irritate your piercings and teflon has a REALLY low coefficient of friction(second for all know soldids). PVC and electrical tape are to be avoided because they contain glue that can be toxic. If there's no irritation, it doesnt mean that the glue isnt toxic either. PTFE (or Teflon if you prefer) tape is really cheap. I just bought some and it cost...0,55$ CND]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:41:06 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149225#149225 Healthy stretching FAQ : No worries my dear :) http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149177#149177 Author: stuffsh
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/18/2008 at 5:23pm

No worries my dear :)]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 17:23:22 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149177#149177 Healthy stretching FAQ : Awwww that's fabulous :D... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149174#149174 Author: AmiiMetalFace
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/18/2008 at 5:14pm

Awwww that's fabulous :D Thankyou stuffsh and kcir ^___^]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 17:14:22 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149174#149174 Healthy stretching FAQ : Amii, I use some bog standard... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149173#149173 Author: stuffsh
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/18/2008 at 5:12pm

Amii, I use some bog standard plumbers/electricians tape that I nicked from work. Mine's red and funky looking though ;)
 
You can buy it from general hardware type stores (B&Q, bunces, robert dyas etc etc) and it's cheap :)
 
It tends to be best if you can get the type without any glue on it, but I've found it does me no harm (my body does seem to accept most things though..)
 
The basic idea is that you get your jewelry, get the tape and wrap a layer of tape around the jewelry. I then cut off the excess on both sides so that the jewelry is the same length as before and put it back in my ear.
 
I repeat this every other day until the whole thing reaches the next size of jewelry and then I leave that in for a while (read: at least a month) before repeating to go upto the next size
 
This means that each stretch takes a much longer amount of time and your lobes adjust in a much more comfortable way
]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 17:12:05 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149173#149173 Healthy stretching FAQ : honestly, i cant help you much... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149170#149170 Author: kcir
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/18/2008 at 4:56pm

honestly, i cant help you much on that. i've never used the tape and dont know where to get it. i dont use anything but the jewelry and some lube. if it's not ready i dont force it.]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:56:10 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149170#149170 Healthy stretching FAQ : I would love to begin stretching... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149166#149166 Author: AmiiMetalFace
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/18/2008 at 4:50pm

I would love to begin stretching again (Mammy dearest ripped out my 6mm's when they were three days into being 6mm...BLEEEEDINNNNNG.) but all of this 'PTFE tape' etc etc is a little confusing to me.
 
Allow me to explain my situation :)
 
I'm at an age and in a place in my life where I want to try new things. I have a goal of 16 mm for my bottom lobes and 6mm for my second ones, and I'm sensible enough and I want them enough to stretch them the proper way. The only problem is, the whole American descriptions of things confuse me, and when I tried to explain it to my new piercer (changed piercer for EXTREMELY valid reasons...:|) they were just like...what the hell is PTFE tape?!
I would like to ask for a UK translation for all these things, haha!
And a detailed description of what to do to the earrings/plugs, as I'm a tad slow, haha.
 
Any advice would be SO GREATLY appreciated :)
]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:50:29 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149166#149166 Healthy stretching FAQ : just tug on it and play with... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149147#149147 Author: kcir
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/18/2008 at 4:02pm

just tug on it and play with it alot (lol). 12-10g isnt the biggest jump, you should be able to do it without taping or tapering if you can get the skin to relax a bit. try using a cbr (more rounded end than a barbell) and a bit of lube for insertion. dont force it, but a little pressure should be enough to get it in.]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:02:44 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149147#149147 Healthy stretching FAQ : no but i wanted to try tape to... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149140#149140 Author: JuL_crimson
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/18/2008 at 3:52pm

no but i wanted to try tape to be able to do that on my own and for the pleasure of it too.]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:52:23 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=149140#149140 Healthy stretching FAQ : have you tried using a taper for... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=148374#148374 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/17/2008 at 12:29am

have you tried using a taper for that size?]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:29:17 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=148374#148374 Healthy stretching FAQ : but the tape wont stay on my barbell... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=148365#148365 Author: JuL_crimson
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/16/2008 at 11:42pm

but the tape wont stay on my barbell when i insert it...its a ben barbell and even just putting the tape around it is a puzzle]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:42:21 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=148365#148365 Healthy stretching FAQ : One single layer at a time I taped... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=148363#148363 Author: glimmi
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/16/2008 at 11:25pm

One single layer at a time I taped my nipples to an 8g from a !0g I cant give you and tips for a hafada  but I taped my nipples from a 10g to an 8g and I can say one wrap of PTFE tape at a time, bondage tape is to thick. After two single wraps I was able to insert an 8g.]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:25:10 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=148363#148363 Healthy stretching FAQ : is it good for streching hafadas?... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=148182#148182 Author: JuL_crimson
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/16/2008 at 2:37pm

is it good for streching hafadas? and any tricks on how to wrap PTFE tape of a 10g bent barbell?]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:37:31 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=148182#148182 Healthy stretching FAQ : good post . my ears are at 10ga.... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=148151#148151 Author: modified youth
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/16/2008 at 11:41am

good post . my ears are at 10ga. and after they heal up ( 10ga was my inital) and than im going to start stretching it should be fun i look foward to doing it Smile]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:41:54 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=148151#148151 Healthy stretching FAQ : +1 Its not impossible but there... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=145749#145749 Author: glimmi
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/08/2008 at 6:20am

+1

Its not impossible but there is no guarantee that you will be able to keep a well healed surface piercing after you start to stretch it. Even a well healed piercing can reject. So in this case patients is key. Stretch very very slowly.]]> Tue, 08 Jul 2008 06:20:39 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=145749#145749 Healthy stretching FAQ : honestly you'd have better... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=145747#145747 Author: kcir
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/08/2008 at 5:42am

honestly you'd have better luck if you started the surface piercing off at a larger size. then your skin will apply less psi to the jewelry and be less likely to reject while healing initially, and wouldn't require the stress of stretching once it has healed a bit. surface piercings are tricky to begin with, stretching them out will not usually end well.]]> Tue, 08 Jul 2008 05:42:36 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=145747#145747 Healthy stretching FAQ : I haven't stretched any of... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=145746#145746 Author: Jesykka
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/08/2008 at 5:39am

I haven't stretched any of my piercings before, but I have plans =). I wanna try something that I'm not too keen to discuss a whole lot because I just feel like that would take away from it, and I've had the strongest urge to get this done for a long, long time. Just haven't seen anyone else try it.
Anyway, it comes down to me wanting to stretch out a surface piercing. I don't have the piercing yet, and being a surface piercing, combined with the exposed location, I want to make sure I can get it good and healed before I try anything. So my question is this, about how long should I give it before stretching?? Like I said, I'm def' waiting until it's healed so I know that I can keep it, but I guess I just want conformation that I'm doing the right thing because I'm an after care freak with my piercings and stretching is new to me. I want to get it right ;).
When I go through with it, I'll probably be back here to ask more questions too haha.
]]> Tue, 08 Jul 2008 05:39:02 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=145746#145746 Healthy stretching FAQ : so i was just wondering what do... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=145738#145738 Author: mjgandbat
Subject: 9647
Posted: July/08/2008 at 4:46am

so i was just wondering what do you do when you have a blow out and how do you know if you have one to begin with..silly question but was just wondering]]> Tue, 08 Jul 2008 04:46:15 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=145738#145738 Healthy stretching FAQ : try this...http://blog.myspace... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=142116#142116 Author: zencat
Subject: 9647
Posted: June/25/2008 at 1:53pm

try this...

http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=168934948&blogID=321392101

:)
]]> Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:53:32 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=142116#142116 Healthy stretching FAQ : Im happy that i got to 35mm before... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=132911#132911 Author: theartofnecro
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/29/2008 at 3:13am

Im happy that i got to 35mm before i found any thinning. Thats not too bad i dont think, took me 3 years but ill start downsizing soon.]]> Thu, 29 May 2008 03:13:05 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=132911#132911 Healthy stretching FAQ : i have seen it plenty of times... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=132551#132551 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/28/2008 at 1:15pm

i have seen it plenty of times]]> Wed, 28 May 2008 13:15:14 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=132551#132551 Healthy stretching FAQ : That confuses me, I've always... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=132538#132538 Author: J3lly
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/28/2008 at 1:00pm

That confuses me, I've always used electrical tape and never heard that it was bad.
Nor did I ever heard of someone's lobes getting infected on account of the adhesive.

Haha.
Now I know =P
]]> Wed, 28 May 2008 13:00:23 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=132538#132538 Healthy stretching FAQ : lol i sure hope so, if anyone... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=129038#129038 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/21/2008 at 6:17pm

lol i sure hope so, if anyone has any questions dont hesitate to post or ask me]]> Wed, 21 May 2008 18:17:09 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=129038#129038 Healthy stretching FAQ : is it now? http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128613#128613 Author: Druidess
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 10:33pm

is it now?]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 22:33:07 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128613#128613 Healthy stretching FAQ : its what we are here for :) http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128600#128600 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 10:07pm

its what we are here for :)]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 22:07:14 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128600#128600 Healthy stretching FAQ : I am actually soon to start stretching... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128598#128598 Author: Druidess
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 10:04pm

I am actually soon to start stretching my ears, so thank you for the helpful advice.]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 22:04:26 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128598#128598 Healthy stretching FAQ : yea i learned a lot chattin with... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128586#128586 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 9:07pm

yea i learned a lot chattin with pauly so i have him to thank for a lot of my knowledge]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 21:07:48 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128586#128586 Healthy stretching FAQ : Yeah.. this is similar to xunstoppablex... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128553#128553 Author: obiwanbenwin
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 6:44pm

Yeah.. this is similar to xunstoppablex and what he had to say... Good info]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 18:44:05 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128553#128553 Healthy stretching FAQ : no i dont stretch with weights,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128544#128544 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 6:23pm

no i dont stretch with weights, its just for aesthetics i stretch with scotch platic or "vynil" tape]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 18:23:24 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128544#128544 Healthy stretching FAQ : Mmm, do you actually stretch your... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128518#128518 Author: Kiyishima
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:41pm

Mmm, do you actually stretch your ears with your weights, or is it just for looks?]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 17:41:13 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128518#128518 Healthy stretching FAQ : oh yea another thing i forgot... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128511#128511 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:17pm

oh yea another thing i forgot to mention, stretching with weights isnt healthy, it will put too muh stress and cut circulation off to the bottem of the lobes, i do wear weights for jewlery occasionally, but i still follow the rule of taking them out to let my lobes rest]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 17:17:01 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128511#128511 Healthy stretching FAQ : hahaha, it's very true though ... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128489#128489 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 4:08pm

hahaha, it's very true though]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 16:08:05 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128489#128489 Healthy stretching FAQ : lol well if its on youtube they... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128487#128487 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 4:02pm

lol well if its on youtube they have to listen hahaha the downfall to popculture]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 16:02:44 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128487#128487 Healthy stretching FAQ : sounds like a cunning plan to... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128485#128485 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:59pm

sounds like a cunning plan to me, i have tried my hardest to get people round here to listen to things i have said and read about mods but no luck, but i think people would listen to youtube lol
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:59:38 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128485#128485 Healthy stretching FAQ : lol its all good, i feel the same... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128484#128484 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:57pm

lol its all good, i feel the same way

we can also do interviews and such too depending on how well it sets off]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:57:13 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128484#128484 Healthy stretching FAQ : it would be amazing, we can... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128483#128483 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:53pm

it would be amazing, we can right the wrongs of the stupid little fashion emo tw*ts

edit* sorry i ranted again


Edited by wholeofme - May/20/2008 at 3:55pm]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:53:55 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128483#128483 Healthy stretching FAQ : lol exactly, how great would that... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128482#128482 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:53pm

lol exactly, how great would that be? ans we can have people submit there own questions and cover pretty much any mod

Edited by Uraniumhobo - May/20/2008 at 3:53pm]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:53:17 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128482#128482 Healthy stretching FAQ : get our own youtube account sorted... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128481#128481 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:52pm

get our own youtube account sorted out, body mod faq channel or something lol]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:52:15 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128481#128481 Healthy stretching FAQ : i hope so lol i think it would... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128480#128480 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:51pm

i hope so lol i think it would be a fun informative community project or instead of just having me, have several others each doing there own assigned section]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:51:19 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128480#128480 Healthy stretching FAQ : haha, im sure there will be loads... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128479#128479 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:50pm

haha, im sure there will be loads of people that will be up for it.]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:50:01 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128479#128479 Healthy stretching FAQ : awsome, now i just have to get... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128477#128477 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:48pm

awsome, now i just have to get mine that records sound fixed haha]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:48:55 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128477#128477 Healthy stretching FAQ : yeah man do it, i'll set... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128471#128471 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:45pm

yeah man do it, i'll set up my cam and ask you some questions :)]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:45:00 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128471#128471 Healthy stretching FAQ : the sad thing is people seem to... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128470#128470 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:44pm

the sad thing is people seem to be encouraging it and asking stupi questions there too, lol i think im gonna record myelf going over this FAQ and post it on youtube as well and make a little staged Q&A with little clips of your guys asking questions and me answering them]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:44:16 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128470#128470 Healthy stretching FAQ : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwDOwOcs_Ck... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128467#128467 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:39pm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwDOwOcs_Ck don't do that]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:39:48 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128467#128467 Healthy stretching FAQ : oh hell i hate silicone and ive... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128465#128465 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:36pm

oh hell i hate silicone and ive seen some nasty irritated and even rotting lobes due to it, it might be cheap, and i think the only time where its NEAR acceptable is if you want to wear them to sleep in and dont feel comfortable taking your jewlery out at night, but even that i myself woudnt do]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:36:26 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128465#128465 Healthy stretching FAQ : This topic is really useful! Along... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128462#128462 Author: hellodave
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:33pm

This topic is really useful! Along with Unstoppables info, it will make superior stretching! Lol.
I'm only just beginning my stretching journey, [2X 8g ears, 4X 10g ears and 1X 10g lip] but I am pleased with the results so far, and looking forward to stretching when again when I'm ready =]
Thanks for the info, people!
xxx
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:33:43 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128462#128462 Healthy stretching FAQ : don't use silicon tunnels... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128461#128461 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:33pm

don't use silicon tunnels for stretching

thats a bad idea
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:33:40 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128461#128461 Healthy stretching FAQ : Could maybe mention water based... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128458#128458 Author: Oakbear
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:30pm

Could maybe mention water based lubes like KY?
IMO they can help, but can also get tacky after a while, and need rinsing.
For lobes i'd use oils, but smaller piercing stretches (ie nipples) KY is good.]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:30:42 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128458#128458 Healthy stretching FAQ : Originally posted by yerevancool... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128455#128455 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:27pm

Originally posted by yerevan

cool faq guys- perhaps a mention on what sort of lubricant is appropriate?
My bondage tape arrived today! I put my first wrap on just a little while ago, and the plugs slid back in quite easily. SO much better than using tapers :)


i did say that using organic oils like olive oil, jojoba and emu oil is the best in my opinion]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:27:27 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128455#128455 Healthy stretching FAQ : i think she might have gone into... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128454#128454 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:26pm

i think she might have gone into an alt-bondage shop somewhere near i live lol,

well the only suggestion i can think of is wait until your ear is completely healed before stretching it, my mate had his ear pierced for a month then tried to stretch it.

it bled alot

]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:26:40 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128454#128454 Healthy stretching FAQ : Lol, bondage tape supplied by... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128451#128451 Author: Oakbear
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:20pm

Lol, bondage tape supplied by your Mum! she just happened to have some laying around!

Could people post any suggestions to add to this FAQ or commonly asked questions about stretching here please?

We have plans a brewing.....]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:20:45 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128451#128451 Healthy stretching FAQ : same here i have wanted to get... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128447#128447 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:15pm

same here i have wanted to get some for ages, and today my mum come home and had some for me

i was shocked, now got my ears back to an inch
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:15:21 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128447#128447 Healthy stretching FAQ : cool faq guys- perhaps a mention... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128446#128446 Author: yerevan
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 3:13pm

cool faq guys- perhaps a mention on what sort of lubricant is appropriate?
My bondage tape arrived today! I put my first wrap on just a little while ago, and the plugs slid back in quite easily. SO much better than using tapers :)
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 15:13:22 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128446#128446 Healthy stretching FAQ : lol im sure glad i didnt haha http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128312#128312 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 6:24am

lol im sure glad i didnt haha]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 06:24:31 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128312#128312 Healthy stretching FAQ : hahahai wish i new about it back... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128311#128311 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 6:23am

hahaha

i wish i new about it back in 2004
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 06:23:04 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128311#128311 Healthy stretching FAQ : lol yea, deffinitly a "how... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128310#128310 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 6:21am

lol yea, deffinitly a "how to ruin my body so bad that only reconstructive surgery will fix it FAQ"]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 06:21:49 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128310#128310 Healthy stretching FAQ : Wow that faq that wholeofme posted... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128308#128308 Author: glimmi
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 6:20am

Wow that faq that wholeofme posted is just scary....The things some stupid people do to their bodies is well just scary.]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 06:20:27 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128308#128308 Healthy stretching FAQ : lol yea dont want to get guilted... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128307#128307 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 6:19am

lol yea dont want to get guilted to death huh whole]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 06:19:51 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128307#128307 Healthy stretching FAQ : yeah i think we should move to... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128303#128303 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 6:02am

yeah i think we should move to another part of the forum







Edited by wholeofme - May/20/2008 at 6:11am]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 06:02:00 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128303#128303 Healthy stretching FAQ : i did notice that, either the... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128302#128302 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 6:01am

i did notice that, either the UK or Canada, anywho i pmed the link for this forum to adam, hopefully he aproves]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 06:01:38 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128302#128302 Healthy stretching FAQ : that's weird, pretty much... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128301#128301 Author: Icka Byte
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 6:00am

that's weird, pretty much everyone on here is from the UK]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 06:00:42 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128301#128301 Healthy stretching FAQ : :) not a problem http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128296#128296 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:57am

:) not a problem ]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:57:44 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128296#128296 Healthy stretching FAQ : hahaha that made my night http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128295#128295 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:56am

hahaha that made my night]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:56:59 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128295#128295 Healthy stretching FAQ : i don't think they even hate... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128293#128293 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:54am

i don't think they even hate them, i just think some people say it to make me feel bad... which i never do feel

then i just give them the finger lol
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:54:38 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128293#128293 Healthy stretching FAQ : lol damn i think id make some... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128290#128290 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:53am

lol damn i think id make some oe the people there vomit on sight hahaha]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:53:06 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128290#128290 Healthy stretching FAQ : i would love to go to 3"... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128288#128288 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:51am

i would love to go to 3" my goal is 2" but there is so much discrimination in uk about piercings and body modification it's irritating, i constantly have people saying i make them feel sick and stuff like that which is completely out of order.

but yeah before i start a major rant lol.. im still going to stretch my ears to 2"

just going to take me time about it plus i have loads of other things i want to do
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:51:26 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128288#128288 Healthy stretching FAQ : Originally posted by Icka Byteyeah,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128287#128287 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:48am

Originally posted by Icka Byte

yeah, some people don't seem too smart about stretching. some of my friends are pretty dumb about it too. and their ears start bleeding. and i'm like "eeeeew"


lol yea like i said thats not stretching thats TEARING lol live and learn though]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:48:20 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128287#128287 Healthy stretching FAQ : yea ive been stretching since... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128286#128286 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:47am

yea ive been stretching since i was 13, got to 3'' when i was 16, got them ripped out in fight, got total reconstruction to fix my ears, started from scratch 1.5 years ago and now im back up to 2.5'' but i must say there stretchier from normal after everyhting]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:47:45 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128286#128286 Healthy stretching FAQ : yeah, some people don't seem... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128285#128285 Author: Icka Byte
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:47am

yeah, some people don't seem too smart about stretching. some of my friends are pretty dumb about it too. and their ears start bleeding. and i'm like "eeeeew" just cuz they want "gauges" gauges really fast.

i worked at hot topic for a little bit and the amount of fucking assholes that would come in and buy huge tapers was staggering. i knew they were not doing it for any kind of real reason, they were just trendy assholes who wanted plugs because all of their friends had them.




Edited by Icka Byte - May/20/2008 at 5:52am]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:47:20 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128285#128285 Healthy stretching FAQ : yeah, it's just trendy... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128283#128283 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:45am

yeah, it's just trendy people who want to rush to look like the crowd

i have wanted flesh tunnels for about 12 years now, been stretching mine for about 4 years nearly. just very slowly, hence the reason about being so pissed about getting a blow out




Edited by wholeofme - May/20/2008 at 5:45am]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:45:13 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128283#128283 Healthy stretching FAQ : i agree, which is one of the reasons... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128281#128281 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:42am

i agree, which is one of the reasons why i posted this haha, but then there are those who are just ignorant and wil do it there way anyway and have a 90% chance of completly messing themselves up]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:42:59 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128281#128281 Healthy stretching FAQ : ha "i am trying to go from... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128279#128279 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:41am

ha "i am trying to go from a 14g to a 2g. i had it infor like five mins then i took it out b/c it hurt too much. But i guessit would hurt going that big."

i guess it would hurt going that big no shit dumb ass lol

the reply was awesome though

"are you stupid?  trying to stretch from 14 to2?  seriously people.  you need to learn the proper way to stretchyour lobes.  this is just....disgraceful."

edit: yeah i have been a bit worried about i have even down sized my left ear about 15mm a couple of month's back and im just starting to stretch it again today


Edited by wholeofme - May/20/2008 at 5:43am]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:41:48 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128279#128279 Healthy stretching FAQ : lol i did too, i think the first... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128275#128275 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:39am

lol i did too, i think the first one i noticed right away was "im trying to go from a 12 to a 2g" as for your blowout its all good, ive gotten blowouts out of the blue, it hapens haha]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:39:27 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128275#128275 Healthy stretching FAQ : yeah i thought it was funny when... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128274#128274 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:37am

yeah i thought it was funny when i was reading it, i even said what the fuck out loud
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:37:12 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128274#128274 Healthy stretching FAQ : lol i remember going to that site... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128271#128271 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:35am

lol i remember going to that site and i ws so disgusted by the lack of knowledge and updates there haha]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:35:02 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128271#128271 Healthy stretching FAQ : http://www.faqs.org/qa/qa-12131.htmlwtf... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128270#128270 Author: wholeofme
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:32am

http://www.faqs.org/qa/qa-12131.html

wtf honestly, i am hoping people have been more informed about streching since 2004 lol

and yeah i do have a blow out in my left ear but it wasn't from me stretching to fast or neglecting them, i got punched in the ear at a club

some people in the uk don't like piercings

]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:32:24 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128270#128270 Healthy stretching FAQ : going to the point of return scares... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128262#128262 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:19am

going to the point of return scares a lot of people, even i tend to be a little iffy at first but then it becomes more of a calling, a chalenge, but mostly, an adventure :) we can put it like this, people like me venture beyond to let those who are to scared know what its like, and maybe they will feel more confident, maybe they will realize that its not for them, but it has to be done eventually haha]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:19:33 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128262#128262 Healthy stretching FAQ : i also enjoy pushing the limits... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128259#128259 Author: Icka Byte
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:15am

i also enjoy pushing the limits on my body. but going beyond the point of no return scares me. i mean i have some tattoos but i like piercings better just cuz you can take em out if you get sick of them. and i have yet to regret any of my tattoos.
i guess i understand stretching it's like the same shit as me being addicted to "more" when it comes to piercings. i don't like stretching any of my holes though i prefer for my holes to stay tight. hahaha.
actually my bottom ear it like a 12g but i didn't have to stretch it to that persay i just like to wear heavy earrings....and i fell in love with these 12g tunnels that just so happen to fit. so it worked out nicely :)

thanks for the response]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:15:24 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128259#128259 Healthy stretching FAQ : alrighty i updated the FAQ :)... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128253#128253 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:10am

alrighty i updated the FAQ :)]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:10:30 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128253#128253 Healthy stretching FAQ : Uraniumhobo - I think we're... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128249#128249 Author: Oakbear
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:08am

Uraniumhobo - I think we're getting there for an FAQ! Hopefully people will post more questions. Perhaps we need a new thread for them?

Icka Byte - I'm kind of addicted to stretching now, and don't have anything at the original gauge.

Obviously the aesthetic is a key reason.
I prefer the look of plugs to bars, or big bars and rings to little cheese-cutter ones.
i also like the modern primitive look.

A lot of piercings feel more comfortable to me at bigger gauges.

Another reason is the sensation of stretching which i enjoy, and a buzz of having a bigger mod is a lot like getting a new piercing.

It shows a commitment to my mods and the reasons behind them.
Often stretches take a mod beyond the point you can return to 'normal'.

And finally (being honest) i guess it is a bit different.
It sets me apart from Joe Public who has a lip piecing or whatever.]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:08:07 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128249#128249 Healthy stretching FAQ : glimmi- thats a good idea, ofcourse... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128247#128247 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:03am

glimmi- thats a good idea, ofcourse i will give you and oakbear credit as well, its only fair :)]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:03:03 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128247#128247 Healthy stretching FAQ : to me, its very calming, its deffinitly... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128246#128246 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:02am

to me, its very calming, its deffinitly a spiritual feeling to me, it feels so good to stretch and when i have to adapt to my piercing it feels so rewarding, i do though love how it looks lol, but i also want to push the lmits on my body and see how far i can go, even if i pass the limits of no return

i acutally ask myself a similar question "why not stretch" haha i dont have a single piercing that isnt stretched and i dont like the feeling of tiny piercings in me, the smallest piercing i have is now a 0g]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:02:13 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128246#128246 Healthy stretching FAQ : Oh in settled stretches organics... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128245#128245 Author: glimmi
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 5:01am

Oh in settled stretches organics are amazing! As for vinyl tape I had no Idea you could use that guess you learn something new every day.

Maybe you can edit your original post and include the information oakbear and I provided and then pm a mod or adam and have this thread ade sticky in the piercing forum?
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 05:01:56 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128245#128245 Healthy stretching FAQ : this is gonna sound kinda stupid... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128239#128239 Author: Icka Byte
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 4:57am

this is gonna sound kinda stupid coming from some one with 36 piercings, but why stretch? i know some people do it cuz it is trendy. but i can see that many people on here probably don't do it for that reason. so like what is the appeal of stretching your piercings? i am not trying to be rude, i would just like to know.]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 04:57:33 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128239#128239 Healthy stretching FAQ : yea thanks glimmi i did forget... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128234#128234 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 4:51am

yea thanks glimmi i did forget to mention the issues of what to wear in fresh stretches, but in settled stretches i still think organics are the best but thats personal opinion as they have worked wonders in my lobes
also with the vynyl tape the dhesive is a bare minimum and doesnt run in my lobes so its nice, and it stays moist too and reussable if you take care of it, its akso affordable since i get 5 rolls for 4 bucks

oakbear- no need to worry about sounding picky, you did give advice that i forgot and between me you and glimmi looks like we got the stretching FAQ pretty much covered haha maybe we an piece it together and submit it to be posted on the site for everyone to access]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 04:51:11 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128234#128234 Healthy stretching FAQ : Sorry if i sounded picky! It'd... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128231#128231 Author: Oakbear
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 4:46am

Sorry if i sounded picky!
It'd be good to get a definitive stretching FAQ together though.

I find i have to change tape be it PTFE or bondage tape after more than a few days as it dries. I just change the tape! No issues so far, but i have long way to get anywhere near yourself!]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 04:46:31 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128231#128231 Healthy stretching FAQ : Actually PTFE tape is completely... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128230#128230 Author: glimmi
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 4:46am

Actually PTFE tape is completely self adhesive have used it in the past for stretching and have never had a problem with it.

The few problems I have with this are vinyl tape contains adhesive as far as I know and probably isn't too good for stretching as from what I understand any tape that has an adhesive is no good. Also organics are from what I understand not suitable for fresh stretches because they are porous and the pores allow for a place for bacteria to breed. From what I've read the only acceptable materials for fresh stretches are titanium, implant grade steel, PTFE, glass and I think I may be missing something but basically anything you would use in a fresh piercing should also be used in a fresh stretch.

Other than those few issues, and I am by no means trying to contradict you just commenting on what I feel may be erroneous information from what I know about it of course I am by no means a pro, this is a great post.
]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 04:46:26 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128230#128230 Healthy stretching FAQ : Originally posted by OakbearGood... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128223#128223 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 4:34am

Originally posted by Oakbear

Good stuff!

This site need a good stretching FAQ, as we get a lot of questions about it, and people reporting issues they have from stretching badly.
Pauly Unstoppable has a good guide on his page too. Maybe we could combine them?

The only issues i'd have with that 2 wraps a day may well be too quick. I'd say a wrap or 2 every 2-3days.
PTFE tape seems OK if the adhesive doesn't come into contact with the piercing.
I'd add jojoba and neem to the oil list.
Maybe add something to the section on appropriate materials?

Anyway, it's good to have new folk adding to the community!


yea i mentioned about the tape, 2 wraps in one day should be the max but i said every few days for wrapping, i should add ptfe but it does also have a tendency to dissolve over time, thats one of the reasons why im not a fanm it also tends to ry the tissue around it for those with more sensitive skin, and yea i knew forgot some oils haha]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 04:34:06 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128223#128223 Healthy stretching FAQ : Good stuff! This site need a... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128222#128222 Author: Oakbear
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 4:30am

Good stuff!

This site need a good stretching FAQ, as we get a lot of questions about it, and people reporting issues they have from stretching badly.
Pauly Unstoppable has a good guide on his page too. Maybe we could combine them?

The only issues i'd have with that 2 wraps a day may well be too quick. I'd say a wrap or 2 every 2-3days.
PTFE tape seems OK if the adhesive doesn't come into contact with the piercing.
I'd add jojoba and neem to the oil list.
Maybe add something to the section on appropriate materials?

Anyway, it's good to have new folk adding to the community!]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 04:30:29 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128222#128222 Healthy stretching FAQ : Originally posted by pierced_kittenthanks... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128084#128084 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 12:05am

Originally posted by pierced_kitten

thanks for posting :)



no problem :) it makes me sad inside seeing people neglecting piercings out of sheer lack of knowledge so i want to help that, now on the other hand if they do know this, and still neglect, welp, thats there own fault eh?]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 00:05:19 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128084#128084 Healthy stretching FAQ : oh yea i forgot to mentions, you... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128082#128082 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 12:04am

oh yea i forgot to mentions, you want nice smoooooooth tape to stretch with as electrical, medical and duct tape also grip and cuase friction irritating the fistula andeveryone knows how sensitive your piercings can be]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 00:04:28 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128082#128082 Healthy stretching FAQ : thanks for posting :) http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128079#128079 Author: pierced_kitten
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/20/2008 at 12:00am

thanks for posting :)]]> Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:52 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128079#128079 Healthy stretching FAQ : Three is probably the best advise... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128078#128078 Author: thugmoney
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/19/2008 at 11:58pm

Three is probably the best advise you could have given new stretchers.

I see so many kids using electrical or medical tape.

And no matter how many I correct, they go back to it for "faster" stretching.
]]> Mon, 19 May 2008 23:58:38 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128078#128078 Healthy stretching FAQ : great advise man! http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128075#128075 Author: BloodLust26
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/19/2008 at 11:48pm

great advise man!

]]> Mon, 19 May 2008 23:48:46 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128075#128075 Healthy stretching FAQ : one of the biggest questions i... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9647&PID=128068#128068 Author: Uraniumhobo
Subject: 9647
Posted: May/19/2008 at 11:35pm

one of the biggest questions i get is how do i keep my lobes thick and healthy after stretching them so much, usually by mid teenagers who have just started, or stretched too fast causing unsightly blow outs and keloiding, well im here to tell everyone what i do

1- stretch slowly, dont skip sizes, and patience is key, g