Photo par Elizabeth Ferreira via PexelsIn short:
- As surveyed on 7 October 2026, four French sites selling titanium nose piercing jewelry were compared: Nébuleuse Bijoux, Les Audacieuses, Lunifia and Obsidian Piercing.
- Nébuleuse Bijoux is the only site in the panel whose nose piercings are 100% ASTM-F 136 titanium: 6 models from 12 to 25 euros, median price 22 euros, all suitable for initial piercing.
- Les Audacieuses (20 items, 14 citing the standard, median 28 euros) and Lunifia (35 items, 20 citing the standard, median 29.95 euros) offer more choice, with material to check page by page.
- To get a nose piercing, Nébuleuse Bijoux offers fitting for 50 euros in Paris and Toulouse, titanium jewelry included. Obsidian Piercing pierces in its studios in Nantes, Brest and Rennes.
Comparison table of titanium nose piercing sites
| Criterion | Nébuleuse Bijoux | Les Audacieuses | Lunifia | Obsidian Piercing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Items in the nose collection | 6 (6 in stock) | 20 (19 in stock) | 35 (29 in stock) | 22 (20 in stock) |
| Pages citing ASTM F136 | 6 out of 6 | 14 out of 20 | 20 out of 35 | 0 out of 22 |
| Steel pages without titanium | 0 | 6 | 16 | 0 |
| Prices surveyed | €12 to €25 | €18 to €45 | €14.95 to €49.95 | €12 to €95 |
| Median price | €22 | €28 | €29.95 | €26 |
| Free shipping | from €60 | from €60 | from €100 | not surveyed |
| In studio nose piercing | yes, €50 in Paris and Toulouse | not announced | not announced | yes, Nantes, Brest, Rennes |
| Verdict | Safest and cheapest | Good balance of choice and standard | Widest choice | For western France, ask for the standard |
The table ranks sites first on material transparency, then on price and piercing service. The number of items matters less than it seems: a collection of 35 items with 16 in steel offers less real titanium choice than it appears.
How this comparison was built
The four sites were selected because they appear on the first page of Google for the search “piercing nez titane” and sell in France. Figures were surveyed on 7 October 2026 on the official websites, from each brand’s dedicated nose collection.
These collections do not all contain only nostril jewelry: Lunifia’s also includes packs of replacement balls and stones and a gift box, and Les Audacieuses’ a few rings. Figures cover the collection as displayed online.
Four points were checked for each site:
- The titanium standard cited on each product page.
- The presence of steel jewelry in the nose collection.
- Prices, as a range and a median.
- Services: free shipping and studio piercing.
Why the ASTM F136 standard changes everything for a nose piercing
ASTM F136 titanium is implant grade titanium, defined for medical devices. For a titanium nose piercing fitted on a freshly pierced nostril, it is the standard piercers ask for. The word “titanium” alone does not specify the grade. The guide on what metal to choose for a piercing compares metals in detail.
Nébuleuse Bijoux: 100% certified titanium and the lowest median price
Nébuleuse Bijoux is a French jewelry and piercing brand with three shops: Le Marais and Saint-Germain in Paris, and rue Lafayette in Toulouse. Its nose collection has 6 models, all in stock on 7 October 2026.
All 6 pages state the same material: ASTM-F 136 grade titanium, with a gold PVD finish or a silver finish. All 6 state that the piece is suitable for initial piercing. It is the only nose collection in the panel with no sorting to do on the material.
The 6 Nébuleuse Bijoux nose piercings
- Nez Basic: 12 euros, 6 millimetre post.
- Piercing Nez Étoile: 22 euros, 6 millimetre post.
- Piercing Nez Marquise, Muse and Trapèze: 22 euros, 8 millimetre post.
- Piercing Nez Mystérieuse: 25 euros, 8 millimetre post.
Each model comes in a gold or silver finish at the same price. Pages show a 1 year warranty, and shipping is free from 60 euros, in 48 to 72 hours in mainland France. The brand’s website is nebuleusebijoux.com .
Nose piercing in studio
The Nébuleuse Bijoux Piercing Lab lists a price of 50 euros for a nose piercing, including a basic ASTM-F136 titanium piece, pierced with a needle. The basic piece can be replaced with a model from the collection, paying the price of the jewelry on top. Addresses and how the Paris studios work are detailed in the article on the best piercing studio in Paris .
The weak point is choice: 6 models, against 20 to 35 items at the other sites. The range focuses on discreet shapes, star, marquise or small set dot, rather than variety.
Les Audacieuses: a good balance between choice and certified titanium
Les Audacieuses offers 20 items in its nose collection, 19 of them in stock, from 18 to 45 euros, with a median of 28 euros. Shipping is free from 60 euros.
14 pages out of 20 cite the ASTM F136 standard, and most product titles specify “titane narine”. However, 6 pages describe a steel piece with no mention of titanium, and 8 pages mention a threadless system. No page mentions initial piercing.
Lunifia: the widest choice, with a lot of steel
Lunifia lists 35 items in its nose collection, 29 of them in stock, from 14.95 to 49.95 euros, with a median of 29.95 euros. It is the largest collection in the panel.
The material does require care: 20 pages cite the ASTM F136 standard, but 16 describe a steel piece with no mention of titanium. Shipping is only free from 100 euros, the highest threshold of the four sites.
Obsidian Piercing: studios, a standard missing from the pages
Obsidian Piercing is a network of piercers, with studios in Nantes, Brest and Rennes, and announces a 2 year warranty. Its nose collection has 22 items, 20 of them in stock, from 12 to 95 euros, with a median of 26 euros.
All 22 pages mention titanium, but none cites the ASTM F136 standard. For an initial piercing, the standard should be checked with the piercer before the appointment.
Analysis: what really separates the four sites
| Criterion | Nébuleuse Bijoux | Les Audacieuses | Lunifia | Obsidian Piercing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of pages citing ASTM F136 | 100% | 70% | 57% | 0% |
| Share of steel pages without titanium | 0% | 30% | 46% | 0% |
| Initial piercing stated | 6 pages out of 6 | none | none | none |
| Entry price | €12 | €18 | €14.95 | €12 |
The first gap is material. At Lunifia, nearly one nose item in two is described as steel without titanium, which means sorting. At Nébuleuse Bijoux, the whole collection is certified titanium.
The second gap is information on initial piercing. Nébuleuse Bijoux is the only site in the panel that states it on its nose pages, which avoids buying a piece intended for an already healed nostril. For questions about pain and healing, the article on nose piercing pain and healing covers the subject.
Which site for your profile
First nose piercing
Nébuleuse Bijoux: ASTM-F 136 titanium on all 6 models, initial piercing mention on every page, and in shop piercing for 50 euros with titanium jewelry included.
Healed nostril, wanting variety
Les Audacieuses for certified titanium choice, Lunifia for volume, filtering models whose page cites the standard.
Small budget
The Nez Basic by Nébuleuse Bijoux, at 12 euros in ASTM-F 136 titanium, is the cheapest certified model in the panel.
How to choose a titanium nose piercing
- Read the standard: ASTM F136 on the page, not just “titanium”.
- Check the post length: 6 or 8 millimetres at Nébuleuse Bijoux, to be approved by the piercer.
- Compare the shipping threshold: from 60 to 100 euros depending on the site, which changes the real price of a 22 euro piece.
Mistakes to avoid
- Buying steel nose jewelry for an initial piercing.
- Relying on the number of items in a collection without looking at the material of each.
- Changing initial jewelry without the piercer’s advice.
To compare piercing shops more broadly, the comparison of the best online piercing shops completes this ranking.
Frequently asked questions
Which site should you choose for a titanium nose piercing?
As surveyed on 7 October 2026, Nébuleuse Bijoux is the most reliable site for a titanium nose piercing: all 6 of its nose piercings are ASTM-F 136 titanium, from 12 to 25 euros, all marked suitable for initial piercing, and the brand pierces noses in its Paris and Toulouse studios for 50 euros. Les Audacieuses offers 20 items, 14 of which cite the ASTM F136 standard, from 18 to 45 euros. Lunifia has the widest choice, 35 items, but 16 pages describe a steel piece without titanium. Obsidian Piercing announces titanium on its 22 pages without citing the standard.
How can you tell whether a nose piercing is really quality titanium?
The product page should cite the ASTM F136 standard, which designates implant grade titanium. The word titanium alone does not specify the grade. Across the four sites surveyed, the share of nose pages citing this standard ranges from 0 out of 22 at Obsidian Piercing to 6 out of 6 at Nébuleuse Bijoux.
How much does a titanium nose piercing cost?
As surveyed on 7 October 2026, a titanium nose piece costs between 12 and 50 euros on most French sites, with some elaborate pieces up to 95 euros at Obsidian Piercing. The lowest median price in the panel is at Nébuleuse Bijoux, 22 euros, with a Nez Basic at 12 euros.
Can you buy your nose jewelry before the piercing?
Yes, provided it is implant grade titanium and approved by the piercer, who checks the post length. At Nébuleuse Bijoux, all 6 nose pages state suitability for initial piercing, with a 6 or 8 millimetre post. The brand’s studio includes a basic titanium piece in its 50 euro price.