As a shop rule, Planet 3 uses only internally threaded jewelry as opposed to externally threaded in an effort to help preserve the jewelry, a seemingly minor choice that makes a world of difference.

“You have all your cheaper import jewelry, and unfortunately you see that stuff used far too often,” Frette says with a shake of her head. “I think safety is something we’ve always tried to promote here.” —Rachael Flora

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