At The Body Rings, your safety is our priority. We exclusively source biocompatible, implant-grade materials that meet or exceed international safety standards for body jewelry.

🔬 Implant-Grade Titanium (ASTM F-136)

What is ASTM F-136?

ASTM F-136 is the international medical standard for Titanium-6Aluminum-4Vanadium ELI alloy. It is the gold standard for initial piercings and surgical implants.

100% Nickel-Free
Biocompatible
Corrosion-Resistant
40% Lighter than Steel
Hypoallergenic
Mirror Polish Finish

✓ ASTM F-136 Certified | ✓ Surgical Grade | ✓ Nickel-Free

🔬 Surgical Steel (316L / ASTM F-138)

316L stainless steel is a medical-grade alloy used in surgical environments. It is durable, highly polishable, and safe for most fully healed piercings.

⚠️ Note for Sensitive Skin: While 316L is medical-grade, it contains trace amounts of nickel. For severe nickel allergies or new piercings, we recommend Implant-Grade Titanium.

✨ 14K-18K Solid Gold

Our gold jewelry is crafted from solid gold—never plated or filled. This ensures the material won’t wear off or expose harmful base metals to your skin.

Karat	Purity	Best For
14K Gold	58.5% Pure Gold	Daily wear, durable healing
18K Gold	75% Pure Gold	Premium feel, healed piercings

⚠️ Materials We NEVER Use

To ensure your safety, we exclude the following materials from our catalog:

❌ Acrylic/Plastic: Porous and harbors bacteria.
❌ Sterling Silver: Tarnishes and can cause permanent skin staining (Argyria).
❌ Gold-Plated: Plating flakes off, exposing toxic base metals.
❌ Cadmium or Lead: Harmful heavy metals found in low-quality jewelry.

✅ Medically & Professionally Reviewed

Reviewer: Dr. Sarah Chen, MD

Credentials: Board-Certified Dermatologist | AAD Member

Last Audit: March 16, 2026

“The material standards provided by The Body Rings align with clinical safety guidelines for hypoallergenic body jewelry. Implant-grade titanium remains the recommended choice for minimizing complications.”