Thread: Syringe problem-One pin with multiple oils

I think the 25 gauge pins are the problem. 23 would probably work better. I even use 22 on occasion, but the 23 1 1/2 are really the standard for that area of the body. Even then you have to be patient and draw slowly.

Bro test E is a thick oil. I use 20g pins to draw, then 23 to slam. Get bigger pins. I couldnt imagine pushing 3ml of juice through a 25g in my glute. That would take forever and cause more scarring with you moving it around in there.

I warm up my vials under hot tap water and have no problems with oils and 25g needles but I only use 1ml injections. years ago I did the two compounds in one needle and found it to be more of a hassel than it's worth, JMO.

Originally Posted by underscore

Bro test E is a thick oil. I use 20g pins to draw, then 23 to slam. Get bigger pins. I couldnt imagine pushing 3ml of juice through a 25g in my glute. That would take forever and cause more scarring with you moving it around in there.

This ^^^

20 to pull, 22/23/25 to push, works great. 18g takes chunks out of the stoppers eventually, if not immediately.

As for the air bubble, a small bubble doesn't matter. Plus, it pushes out the juice if you make sure to push out the air LAST when you shoot.

Lot of good advice. For whatever reason, I just tend to pull and push with the same needle. It does take longer, and I think it is just force of habit more than anything. Probably makes more sense to use a 20 to draw and a 23 to push, especially if expedience is important to you.

Wow! Lots of excellent insight and advice! Yesterday was a "pin day" and I did try heating the vials up in warm water. The E drew considerably better. The EQ was still a little tough. I have all the time in the world so I don't mind it taking awhile. That said, my hand does start to cramp up pushing so hard in an awkward position! So, I think I will quickly order some 20's for pulling and use up my 25's for pushing. When they're gone I'll order 23's for slamming and even see how they draw on multiple oils. I'd really like to eliminate that 2nd slam and reduce eventual scarring!

Thanks so much to all. Great to have a forum to collect practical wisedom about such matters!