Golden Hour Curation

How to know what size post you will need?

Each piercing has a unique thickness of cartilage or tissue.

Consult our size guide below as a reference for standard size posts for different cartilage piercings.

All Cura Jewellery is 16G (Gauge or thickness) and will only fit into piercings done with a needle. *No returns or refunds for incorrect sizes purchased.

Bar thickness (Gauge) : 16G / 1,2mm
Bar length: 6mm 
Longer or shorter posts available separately: 4mm - 12mm 

Flat rate of R100 nationwide for orders under R1500.

Free Shipping for all orders over R1500

Titanium is the safest and most biocompatible metal for piercings. It’s completely nickel-free, hypoallergenic, and non-corrosive — meaning it won’t tarnish, react, or irritate sensitive skin. Because it’s implant-grade, titanium is the same material used in medical implants, making it ideal for both new and healed piercings. Light, durable, and designed for comfort — titanium lets your piercings heal beautifully and stay irritation-free.

Simply unscrew the decorative front, Use our labret liner to easily insert your flatback post through the back of your piercing. Then, hold the top with a clean piece of Prestik to keep it steady while you gently screw it on. Always screw in clockwise and unscrew anticlockwise.

Written & reviewed by Raeesa Bagus, Founder of Cura · Last updated August 12, 2026

Certified G23 Implant-Grade Titanium. Hypoallergenic, nickel-free, and safe for even the most sensitive ears.

G23 titanium (also written Ti-6Al-4V ELI) is the same alloy used in surgical and orthopaedic implants — bone plates, joint replacements, and pacemaker casings. It's manufactured to ASTM F136 / ISO 5832-3, the international standard for implant-grade titanium, which specifies exact purity and composition requirements. It isn't a marketing term — it's a verifiable material spec.

Titanium is chosen for implants because the body rarely reacts to it. That biocompatibility matters most for piercings: it contains no nickel, the single most common cause of metal-related skin reactions, so there's no guesswork around allergies — even for people with a known nickel sensitivity or a piercing that's still healing.

Beyond hypoallergenic performance, G23 titanium is:

• Lightweight — around 40% lighter than surgical steel, ideal for multiple piercings or larger pieces
• Corrosion-resistant and tarnish-free — won't discolour with sweat, water, or everyday wear
• Waterproof — safe to shower, swim, and sleep in

All Cura titanium jewellery is Certified G23 Implant Grade — the same specification used in medical implants — and comes with our 30-day Hypoallergenic Happiness Guarantee. Shop the full range in our Titanium Collection.

Ships within 24 working hours • Delivery within 3-5 working days in SA • Free delivery over R1500 • Flat Rate R100 delivery nationwide on orders under R1500

Refunds, Returns and Exchanges:

Please note: We DO NOT ACCEPT returns, refunds or exchanges on piercing jewellery for hygienic and safety reasons.

Please ensure that you have chosen the right size earrings for your piercing and that your piercing is suitable for a 16G/1,2mm gauge (standard size of cartilage piercings done by a professional piercer) before your purchase as we cannot exchange or refund earrings that do not fit your piercing.

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Domestic Shipping:

We offer Nationwide shipping in South Africa.
Standard Delivery within 3-4 workings days of payment being received.

Flat shipping rate of R100.00 nationwide in South Africa
Free delivery on orders over R1500.00 for South Africa ONLY

International Shipping:

We now offer international shipping to USA, Europe, UAE and Australia.

International Shipping Zones and Rates:

Europe: France, Ireland, Italy, Monaco, Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom - R300.00

UAE: Abu Dhabi, Ajman and Dubai - R300.00

Australia - R600.00

Shipping takes 10- 15 working days after order is confirmed, tracking numbers are provided within 24 working hours.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: You may be liable to pay import duties/local taxes and handling charges on delivery. The customer is responsible for settling any import duties/local taxes and handling charges and these are not included in our shipping costs. The duties/local taxes will be calculated based on the type of goods and their declared value.

NO FREE Shipping for International orders

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Written & reviewed by Raeesa Bagus, Founder of Cura · Last updated August 12, 2026

Cura earrings are made to be durable, waterproof, sweat resistant and tarnish free.

Studs are suitable for everyday wear and are also preferable for sleeping and showering.

We recommend that more elaborate flat backs and rings (i.e. curved marquise designs and multi-stone rings) are not worn while sleeping or showering (as far as possible) as this can cause the stones to loosen - save these for occasional wear and store them in a safe, dry place when not in use.

To prolong the longevity of your jewellery we recommend that you:

• Remove them when going to the beach, spa or pool
• Avoid contact with perfumes and chemicals
• Never use chemicals to clean jewellery
• To clean and remove body oil / residue buildup, use a microfibre cloth and warm soapy water to remove buildup and dust
• Store them in a safe place, these tiny pretties can get lost easily

Caring for a New or Healing Piercing

If your jewellery is in a fresh piercing, a little extra care during healing goes a long way:

• Clean daily with a saline solution (or a sterile saline wound wash) — gently wipe away any crust from around the piercing rather than picking at it
• Avoid touching the piercing with unwashed hands
• Don't rotate or twist the jewellery while it's healing — this is an outdated practice that can actually slow healing and irritate the tissue
• Leave the original jewellery in for the full healing period before changing it, even if it looks healed on the surface

Healing times vary by piercing location and person — cartilage piercings in particular can take several months. If you notice ongoing redness, swelling, or discharge beyond normal healing, check in with your piercer.

Questions about a specific piece or piercing? Get in touch — we're happy to help before or after your purchase.

All Cura Titanium comes with a 30 Day Money Back Hypoallergenic Happiness Guarantee. We guarantee that our Implant Grade Titanium will not cause any allergic reactions, itchiness or sore ears and is suitable for sensitive ears.