Material Quality | Sensitive skin, long-term wear | Industry Standard: 304 stainless steel (non-medical grade) Our Base: 316L medical-grade steel (ISO 5832-1) Our Advanced: 316L + biocompatibility certification (ISO 10993) | ▲ Base: Reduced nickel sensitivity ▲▲ Advanced: Hospital-grade safety | Industry: Risk of irritation ▲ Base: Higher cost than 304 ▲▲ Advanced: Limited to premium tiers |
Plating Options | Fashion customization, gift-giving | Industry Standard: 1 color (silver) Our Base: 2 colors (gold/silver) Our Advanced: 3 colors (gold/black/silver) + PVD coating (ASTM B488) | ▲ Base: Versatile styling ▲▲ Advanced: Trendy punk/black options | Industry: Monotony ▲ Base: Extra cost for gold ▲▲ Advanced: Requires careful maintenance |
Hypoallergenic Compliance | Medical piercings, sensitive users | Industry Standard: Unspecified Our Base: Nickel-free (EN 1811:2011) Our Advanced: ASTM F2950 certified hypoallergenic | ▲ Base: Safe for initial piercings ▲▲ Advanced: Approved for prolonged wear | Industry: Potential allergic reactions ▲ Base: Narrow color choices ▲▲ Advanced: Higher price |
Design Versatility | Occasions: weddings, parties, everyday | Industry Standard: Basic geometric shapes Our Base: S-bar/nose ring hybrid design Our Advanced: Adjustable ball sizes + engraved options | ▲ Base: Modern minimalist style ▲▲ Advanced: Customizable for unique looks | Industry: Limited to standard styles ▲ Base: Fixed sizing ▲▲ Advanced: Longer production time |
Application Suitability | Gift-giving, multi-use jewelry | Industry Standard: Single-use (e.g., nose studs) Our Base: 3 applications (nose, septum, eyebrow) Our Advanced: 5 applications + convertible designs | ▲ Base: Versatile piercing adaptability ▲▲ Advanced: Multi-purpose utility | Industry: Narrow use cases ▲ Base: Requires tool adjustments ▲▲ Advanced: Complex setup |
Maintenance Durability | Daily wear, chemical exposure (e.g., pools) | Industry Standard: 6-month plating lifespan Our Base: 12-month wear (saltwater resistance) Our Advanced: 24-month durability + scratch-resistant coating (ASTM G171) | ▲ Base: Survives chlorinated water ▲▲ Advanced: Resists tarnishing for 2 years | Industry: Frequent replating needed ▲ Base: Moderate care required ▲▲ Advanced: Heavy polishing required |