{"product_id":"catheter-piercing-needles","title":"Catheter Piercing Needles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYONGDA 18G catheter piercing needles are a pack of ten individually sealed, hollow stainless-steel piercing needles designed for safe, single-use body piercing of ears, nose, navel and facial areas.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese 18-gauge (1.0 mm) catheter needles are made from 316L stainless steel and come individually sterilized and disposable for professional or at-home piercing tasks. The hollow design accommodates threaded jewelry and helps guide rings or studs into position with less resistance than a solid needle. Each needle is sealed to maintain cleanliness until you're ready to use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow are these needles sized and what does 18G mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGauge (G) measures the needle diameter; 18G corresponds to approximately 1.0 mm thickness and is a common size for many body piercings. This size works well for standard ear lobes, some cartilage placements, nostril piercings, and most belly-button jewelry. Choose a different gauge only if your jewelry or piercing professional specifies otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e18G = ~1.0 mm diameter, compatible with many standard rings and studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTen needles per pack for multiple uses or practice (single-use recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndividually sealed pouches to preserve sterility until opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials and safety features does the product offer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe needles are manufactured from 316L stainless steel, a corrosion-resistant grade commonly used in body-piercing tools and jewelry. Each needle is hollow and sharpened for efficient penetration and minimal tissue trauma compared with blunt tools. They arrive pre-cleaned and sealed for disposable, single-patient use to reduce infection risk when used correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e316L stainless steel: durable and corrosion-resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHollow, sharp tip for smoother jewelry insertion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndividually sterilized packaging for single-use safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich body sites are these catheter needles suitable for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese hollow catheter needles are versatile and commonly used for ear lobes, nostrils, belly buttons, lips, and eyebrow piercings when an 18G size is appropriate. They are also compatible with many types of standard piercing jewelry that require a hollow needle path. Always follow aftercare and professional guidance for specific anatomy or sensitive placements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEar lobes and select cartilage sites compatible with 18G\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNose\/nostril piercings that accept 1.0 mm needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBelly button, lip, and eyebrow placements when recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store and dispose of these needles safely?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep unopened needles in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight to preserve the sterile pouch. Once opened or used, needles must be treated as biohazard sharps: place them in a certified sharps container and follow local disposal regulations. Never reuse or share needles between people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore sealed pouches in a clean, dry environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDispose used needles in an approved sharps container\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not reuse; single-use only to help prevent contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: YONGDA 18G catheter piercing needles are intended for licensed piercers, professional studios stocking disposable piercing supplies, and experienced individuals who follow safe, sterile piercing practices. They are not a substitute for professional training; if you are uncertain about technique or aftercare, consult a qualified piercer before attempting any body modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are these catheter needles sterile and single-use?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Each YONGDA needle is individually sealed and intended for single-use to maintain sterility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will 18G work for ear and nose piercings?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: 18G (about 1.0 mm) suits many ear lobes and some nostril piercings, but check jewelry and professional advice first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"YONGDA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58346833215875,"sku":"B0CML441BQ","price":12.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/2696\/0515\/files\/yongda-front-packaging-catheter-needles.jpg?v=1782636410","url":"https:\/\/origin-beauty.com\/products\/catheter-piercing-needles","provider":"Origin Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}