5/8ths stretching after.

[Lifeless]

I used tapers and deadstretching up to 5/8ths, should I start using teflon wrap now to size up? Is it 1 wrap per day? Some explain to me xD

[eliswett]

personally id say get a 3/4 taper and plugs and tape at that i tried taping at 5/8s and its tricky but do-able (? spelling) but 3/4 is a much better size for taping it makes it waaaaaay easier but you can always save some money and tape at 5/8 since teflon tapes like just over a buck its all up to you do some test wraps at like 1-3 wraps and see how ya do at it and if you like it
plus its easy to spair say a buck 25 for some teflon tape ionstead of lik 5-8 for a taper

[WindowLicker]

You really don't want to use a taper for those larger sizes. I taped, but it's gonna take a while if you're doing it right.

[DJChildhood]

I deadstretched 5/8ths also.
never had a problem (except 7/16 silicones was a HORRIBLE idea)
in my opinion, 5/8ths to 3/4ths is a 3mm stretch in diameter.
circumferance is what matters though (i believe ts like a 9mm circ. Stretch)
so yes, use tapers
also, I found out like 3 days after I got them through, that acrylic tapers are no good for most people.
was bad for my right ear :/
so try to find some other material for tapers.
Lol hope the experience helps, and of course, good luck!!! Dont be dumb!!! Oil, SSS, etc.!!!

[Lifeless]

Thanks guys Yeah I heard to start taping and quit using tapers at larger sizes. Then I hear to not tape and use tapers haha. But I taped from 5/8ths to 3/4ths. It was a pain in my ass honestly. Getting the jewelry in and out -.- Pretty hard with teflon...But I made it and I am keeping on. 1" is my goal right now, almost there! Can't believe it

[ThreeThreeFour]

I cannot use tape at 5/8ths i don't know why it's a pain in the assss
I just decided to dead stretch to 11/16 then wait 2 weeks again for it to heal and go to 3/4s so it's not a big jump:)

[Lifeless]

1" 1/4 Now :O Lobes are looking great! Will put up some photo's when I get my phone in the mail! x)