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Nipple Size: 8 Different Types of Nipples – Which one is yours?

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8 Different Types of Nipples of women

Most of you might probably know that breasts come in all different sizes and colours, but did you know that there are different types of nipples, too?

Experts say that most of the time, changes in breasts or nipples can be a result of puberty, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or simply just down to genetics.

From protruding to flat, hairy and inverted, all nipples are different - and totally normal.

Women often compare breasts (size, weight, shape and evenness), but the conversation rarely stretches as far as nipples. The topic always seems a little more private – something saved for very best friends and your other half. So

Did you know?

There are totally 9 Different types of Breast shapes.

8 Different Types of Nipples in the World

Without Nipples the Boobs will be Pointless

Like perfect breast shape, there is no such thing as the perfect nipple and it is actually quite normal for yours to differ from a friend’s. In fact it turns out that there isn’t one generic nipple type – there are actually eight.

8 Different Types of Nipples shapes
Table of Contents
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8 Different Types of Nipples in the World
1. Protruding Nipples
2. Flat Nipples
3. Puffy Nipples
4. Inverted Nipples
5. Unilateral Inverted Nipples
6. Bumpy Nipples
7. Hairy Nipples
8. Supernumerary Nipples
Conclusion

1. Protruding Nipples

Protruding Nipples
  • Protruding nipples tend to point outwards and are often raised by a few millimetres.
  • When cold or stimulated, the nipples can harden.
  • The areola is the small pinkish, pigmented area which circles around the nipple.
  • When the nipple protrudes for the areola, if this is particularly noticeable, it can cause discomfort in your clothing and underwear choices depending on the severity of the nipples.

If you are facing nipple protruding issues over your dress. Try, Breast Adhesive Bra or Nipple Covers.

2. Flat Nipples

Flat Nipples
  • Flat nipples are less pronounced and often the entire nipple blends into the areola.
  • Instead of appearing raised or outwards from the breast, they often look completely flat regardless of arousal or cold snaps of weather.
  • When cold or stimulated, the nipples can harden.

3. Puffy Nipples

Puffy Nipples
  • The entire areola and nipple area looks like a small, raised mound on top of the breast like a cherry fruit placed on a cake.
  • When the areola is raised and puffy this is usually due to excess tissue in the areola area which can often be hereditary or a result of hormonal changes during puberty.
  • It is also a sign of raised hormone levels which occur in pregnancy or simply during your monthly menstrual cycle.
  • The nipple can harden and become more pronounced when cold or stimulated.

4. Inverted Nipples

Inverted Nipples
  • With inverted nipples, the nipple retracts inwards, instead of out.
  • Sometimes, you can use your fingers to bring it out, but sometimes, the muscles are too tight.
  • If you’ve always had them, this is nothing to worry about.
  • But be sure to watch out for any sudden, unexpected changes in the nipple position for example if they appear to be sunken or turning inwards.

5. Unilateral Inverted Nipples

Inverted Nipples
  • One nipple is raised, the other is inverted.
  •  If this has always been the case, it's perfectly safe.
  • If this is a new development, it might be a sign of breast cancer, so see your doctor immediately.

6. Bumpy Nipples

Bumpy Nipples
  • Those teeny tiny bumps on your areola are completely normal and can be found on all nipples.
  • They're called Montgomery glands and sometimes appear as whiteheads.
  • Some are more pronounced than others which can affect our confidence if we feel as though they are particularly noticeable.
  • Every woman has the glands, but some people are bumpier than others.
  • Sometimes, you can squeeze dead skin cells out of them but doctors advise not to play with them.

7. Hairy Nipples

Hairy Nipples
  • Like a hairy vagina, a hairy nipple is also common.
  • Stray, dark hairs growing out of the areola area are normal. 
  • All women, and men, have hair follicles on the areola and hair can vary in colour, thickness, and texture for each.
  • Hormonal changes like starting a new contraceptive pill can also cause hair to grow around the nipples and in places you aren’t used too – again, all 100%normal.

8. Supernumerary Nipples

Supernumerary Nipples
  • OMG! A woman with more than 2 nipples? It's totally normal and it's called Supernumerary nipples.
  • Some people (like Harry Styles!) have extra, smaller nipples.
  • They either look like flat moles or have a fully-formed, raised bump.

Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed this article.

You can now share with close ones about your nipple type. And explore more!

Written by: Priya on August 6, 2021.

About Priya

Hey there! I'm Priya, a member of Gajahealthtips team! Hope you are enjoying my articles!!! Live a happy and healthy life.

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