Lip and mouth piercings are among the most frequently performed piercings in professional piercing studios. Labrets, medusas, snake bites, and vertical labrets are just some of the popular variations that clients regularly choose. For this reason, lip piercing jewelry should be one of the most important segments of a studio's inventory.
Well-planned inventory levels help avoid situations in which the studio lacks suitable jewelry for a fresh piercing or a jewelry change. At the same time, an excess of rarely used models leads to warehouse clutter and ties up capital.
That is why it is essential to create a carefully considered product mix—one that includes both basic labrets for fresh piercings and more decorative models for clients looking for something unique.
Why the lip jewelry segment is so important
Lip and mouth piercings offer several advantages from a piercing studio's perspective. Above all, they are relatively quick to perform while also being very popular with clients.
This means that jewelry turnover in this category is usually high. Customers often return to change their stud to a shorter or more decorative model after the healing process is complete.
That is why a well-planned lip jewelry assortment can significantly increase sales at the studio.
If you want to better understand the different types of jewelry used for lip piercings, it is worth reading the guide labrets and lip jewelry – how to choose an assortment for your studio.
The basic type of jewelry: labrets
A labret is the most commonly used piece of jewelry for lip piercings. It consists of a straight post with a flat back and a decorative front end.
This design makes the stud comfortable and prevents it from irritating the inside of the mouth. That is why labrets are the standard choice both for fresh piercings and for later jewelry changes.
In a studio's inventory, labrets should make up the largest share of stock.
Rings in lip piercing
The second popular type of jewelry used in lip piercing is rings. They most commonly come in the form of a captive bead ring or segment ring.
Although labrets are more commonly used for fresh piercings, many people choose to switch to a ring after the healing process is complete.
Therefore, the studio should keep at least several ring models with standard diameters in stock.
Most commonly used labret sizes
In lip piercing, the most commonly used bar thickness is 1.2 mm. This is the standard size used in most piercing studios.
When it comes to bar length, the most common sizes are:
- 6 mm
- 8 mm
- 10 mm
The 8 mm length is considered the most versatile and therefore sells most frequently.
Longer labrets are often used for fresh piercings, while shorter ones are used when the jewelry is changed later.
How to choose jewelry materials
The jewelry material is one of the most important factors affecting client safety and comfort.
Two materials are most commonly used in professional piercing studios:
- 316L surgical steel
- implant-grade titanium
Surgical steel is popular due to its good price-to-quality ratio, while implant-grade titanium is often recommended for people with sensitive skin.
Bestselling product mix
The best strategy for a piercing studio is to keep a mix of products in different price ranges in stock.
A basic set of lip jewelry could look as follows:
- classic surgical steel labrets
- cubic zirconia labrets
- opal labrets
- several ring models
- several premium titanium products
This selection allows you to serve customers with different budgets and aesthetic preferences.
More tips on building an offering can be found in the article wholesale offering for studios – a product mix for different budgets.
How to plan regular orders
One of the most important aspects of inventory management is regularly replenishing stock. Instead of buying large quantities of jewelry at once, it is better to order smaller batches more frequently.
This allows the studio to respond more quickly to changes in customer preferences and reduce the number of products sitting in inventory.
More information about order planning can be found in the article piercing studio supplies – what to order regularly.
How to Avoid Dead Stock in Inventory
One of the biggest challenges in managing a jewelry inventory is so-called dead stock, meaning products that remain unsold for a long time.
This most often applies to highly unusual models or rarely used jewelry sizes.
Therefore, studios should regularly analyze product turnover and focus on the models that sell most frequently.
More tips on inventory management can be found in the article how to manage inventory in a studio – turnover and dead stock.
Summary
Lip piercing jewelry is one of the most important inventory segments in piercing studios. Labrets with a thickness of 1.2 mm and lengths of 6 mm, 8 mm, and 10 mm have the highest turnover.
The best strategy is to keep a product mix in stock that includes both basic steel models and several premium titanium options.
With a well-planned inventory strategy, the studio can serve most customers while avoiding an excess of rarely used products.
FAQ – Lip Piercing Jewelry
What jewelry is most commonly used for lip piercings?
The most commonly used piece of jewelry is a labret, which has a flat back and a decorative front end.
What is the standard jewelry thickness for a lip piercing?
The standard bar thickness for lip piercings is 1.2 mm.
What are the most popular labret lengths?
The most commonly used lengths are 6 mm, 8 mm, and 10 mm.