Reverse Belly Rings

A reverse belly ring is a curved barbell worn in a standard upper navel piercing with the decorative element — gem, charm, or drop — facing upward, sitting inside or just above the belly button. The plain ball rests below the piercing. This is the opposite orientation to a standard belly ring, where the decoration hangs downward.

No. A reverse belly ring fits the same standard upper navel piercing as a regular belly bar. The difference is purely in how the jewellery is oriented when inserted — the decorative end goes in through the bottom of the piercing channel rather than the top. No additional or different piercing is required.

The standard gauge for navel jewellery — including reverse belly rings — is 14 gauge (14g / 1.6mm). This is the gauge used for the overwhelming majority of navel piercings performed by professional piercers in the UK. If you are unsure of your piercing gauge, check with the studio that performed your piercing before ordering.

For a fully healed navel piercing, an 8mm bar length suits most people. A 10mm bar is a sensible choice if the piercing is relatively recent, if there is any remaining sensitivity, or if you are returning to a piercing that has been without jewellery for a period. A bar that is too short will sit tight against the tissue, which causes pressure and discomfort even in a well-healed piercing.

The collection includes reverse belly rings in implant-grade titanium (ASTM F136), surgical steel (ASTM F138), and bioflex. Implant-grade titanium is anodised rather than plated and is the material recommended by the Association of Professional Piercers (APP) for both initial and long-term wear. Surgical steel contains trace nickel and is not recommended for people with confirmed nickel allergies. Bioflex is a flexible polymer option. Check individual product listings for the specific material of each style.

Jewellery changes during the healing period should only be carried out by or under the guidance of a qualified professional piercer. Navel piercings typically take 6 to 12 months to fully heal on the surface, and longer for the deeper tissue. Inserting new jewellery into an unhealed piercing without professional assessment carries a real risk of irritation, migration, or complication. If your piercing is still healing, speak to your piercer before changing jewellery.

These are two separate things. A reverse belly ring is a jewellery style — a standard curved barbell worn with the decorative end facing upward. An inverted belly button refers to navel anatomy where the belly button sits inward rather than outward. Whether an inverted belly button can be pierced depends on the individual's specific anatomy and should be assessed in person by an experienced piercer. Reverse belly rings are not specifically designed for inverted belly button anatomy.

It depends on the material. Implant-grade titanium (ASTM F136) is widely regarded as the most biocompatible metal option for body jewellery and is intended to support wear for individuals with metal sensitivities. Surgical steel (ASTM F138) contains trace nickel and is generally not recommended for people with a confirmed nickel allergy. Bioflex contains no metal. If you have a known metal sensitivity, select the material that your piercer or medical provider has confirmed is appropriate for you, and check the material specification on each individual product listing before purchasing.

Yes. Monster Piercing ships UK-wide. New customers receive a discount on their first order, applied at checkout. For specific delivery timescales and costs, refer to the shipping information on the Monster Piercing website.