Types of earring closures: discover which one is yours

Earrings are one of the favorite jewelry for most people. Its wide variety of designs and models makes it possible to find ones adapted to the taste and characteristics of the person: hoop earrings, long earrings, minimal earrings, climbing earrings... Choosing the most appropriate option varies depending on personal preferences and also on physical features, but also other important factors such as the types of earring closures.

There are different types of earring closures, each with its own particularities, which should be chosen according to the person's ears and needs. Discover which one is yours in this guide that we have prepared to make it easier for you to choose your new jewel.

Types of earring clasps

Snap closure

Also called a butterfly closure, the pressure closure is the most common in earrings and can be found in a wide variety of models. The bolt is inserted into this nut, being able to adjust the pressure to accommodate it to the lobe, tightening more or less, so it provides great support.

There are several models of this nut, with different sizes and various shapes. It is one of the most popular nuts, since it is extremely practical, comfortable and easy to put on.

Screw closure

The screw closure is very comfortable to wear. Similar to the pressure closure, it consists of a rounded nut that is screwed onto the stud, thus closing the earring. In this way, the stick does not protrude, preventing it from sticking or rubbing the skin. For this reason, it is a closure widely used in earrings for babies and young children. In addition, it is very safe, since it keeps the earring in place even if it catches on the hair and there is a pull, avoiding the risk of losing it.

This type of thread is also widely used in piercings, in the form of a ball for them, which guarantees comfort and safety.

Catalan closure

Also known as a crossbow closure, it is a pressure closure, with the difference that it has an articulated lever that passes under the earlobe and that adjusts to the earring stick. It is very easy and comfortable to use, since it does not press on the skin, and it is also very safe.

Omega closure

This closure, one of the oldest, owes its name to the fact that it has the shape of the Greek letter. Its structure can withstand a greater step than other types of closures, so it is used in large earrings, which can include pearls or stones, and heavier. They are very comfortable and provide great security.

Hook closure

One of the most practical closures to put on. Also called hippie closure, it consists of a hook that is inserted into the hole of the ear and hangs from the back. It is found in light slopes, which are not very heavy, since they could damage the lobe.

There are two types of hook closure:

• Open: The part of the hook that protrudes from the back of the ear hangs open. Silicone closures can be used on them to prevent them from falling off. It is further subdivided into a rigid hook closure (the closure is part of the earring itself) and a moving hook closure (the earring hangs from the closure).
• Closed: Known as a roman clasp, the back of the clasp can be hooked on itself to close the earring.

Congo closure

It can be called in various ways: Congo, African, inserted, hidden, thread... It is very common in hoop earrings and consists of a fine articulated bar that fits into the other end of the hoop, thus remaining "hidden" and forming the complete ring.

Bar closure

Used in climbing earrings, they run along the lobe following the shape of the ear and, in this way, the earring fits and does not fall out. It is a very current type of closure.

Clip closure

This type of closure is used by people who do not have pierced ears, since it does not have a pin to insert into the hole. The clip closure fits the earlobe with pressure, "pinching" it.

Ear cuff

Although they are not a closure as such, this type of earring fits the ear and does not need piercings to stay in place. Designed for use on cartilage, it presses on itself to fit the ear so it doesn't fall out. Very fashionable today, they are comfortable and colorful.

How to choose the correct earring closure

There are some factors to take into account when choosing one type of slope closure or another. Regardless of the characteristics of each one, the following points should also be assessed:

• The design and weight. Large earrings should have a closure that holds them well, in the same way that if it is a small earring it should have a lighter closure.
• The comfort and security. It is essential that the closure does not damage the ears or cause insecurity due to losing the earring while wearing it. The closure must ensure that the earring does not move from its site.
• The ease of use. First of all, you should choose a closure (within personal preferences) that is easy to put on and take off the ear, avoiding unnecessary pulling or discomfort.

With this guide you will know which is the type of earring closure that best suits you. Remember to pay close attention to the closure that the earrings have in your future purchases and make sure they look great in your ears.

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