Lox Secure Locking Earring Backs for Women - For All Stud - Easy Adjustable, Hypoallergenic, Safe & Simple to Use Ear Accessories - 2 Pairs - Gold

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It takes a while to put on, and for those with motor control problems, it can take several minutes to secure the back on the post.

Earring Backs Types: Guide to Choosing the Right Style Earring Backs Types: Guide to Choosing the Right Style

Twist and tighten a screw back onto a stud earring with a threaded post, and you’re ready to rock the night away.

Push-On Stoppers are another common earring back with a push back mechanism and ‘bullet-clutch’ design. This style of earring often gets dislodged from the earlobe by clothing the swishing of hair or just general movement, so simply slipping one of these backs onto the earring wire prevents the earring from coming out of the ear completely.

Earring Backs - The Creative Folk Types Of Earring Backs - The Creative Folk

Dangling earrings and hoop earrings often have latch backs, which can sometimes be a part of the design. Take a look at this entire list to find the right earring back for you and the earring you’re wearing for maximum comfort and security. These types are often preferred for heavier or more expensive earrings, as they provide added stability and support. Although latch backs and saddlebacks usually have loop-shaped or U-shaped catches, the catches on lever backs are usually made out of a lever and spring that clasp together to keep the earring on. As Saddle Backs have a hinged post and metal catch that fit together, they’re similar to a Latch or Lever back.These are great for keeping your earring in place and are usually less expensive than other types of earring backs. Each type provides a different level of security and ease of use, so it's essential to choose the right back for the specific earring design and weight.