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What Jewelry Metals Are Hypoallergenic

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What Jewelry Metals Are Hypoallergenic

Jewelry should bring delight rather than pain. Adornment can be tempting, but for people with sensitive skin, the risk of allergies is usually too significant. Discover a world of hypoallergenic jewelry metals that will take your style to the next level without causing any irritation to your skin.

Explore the world of beautiful and safe metals for sensitive skin, from rhodium-plated sterling silver, which protects against tarnish, to nickel-free alternatives, which entice, and platinum, which endures with its timeless elegance.  

What is Hypoallergenic Jewelry

Hypoallergenic jewelry is defined as jewelry made from materials that are less likely to cause allergic responses. These carefully chosen metals relieve those who suffer from skin sensitivities or allergies to metals, enabling them to enjoy the pleasure of jewelry without the pain of skin irritation. Nickel allergies are frequent, so hypoallergenic jewelry is a good option. Wearing jewelry can be less enjoyable if it causes skin sensitivities, redness, or itching. People with sensitive skin or who are allergic to metals can find relief using hypoallergenic metals, which lessen the chances of allergic reactions.

Different Types of Hypoallergenic Jewelry

Rhodium-Plated Sterling Silver

A new favorite among those looking for hypoallergenic jewelry is rhodium-plated sterling silver. Rhodium plating makes sterling silver shinier and more long-lasting and forms a protective layer that keeps skin from coming into touch with the metal. Rhodium plating makes sterling silver hypoallergenic, an excellent quality for sensitive skin.

Nickel-Free Sterling Silver

Nickel is a typical allergen in sterling silver. People looking for a nickel-free alternative to sterling silver but still adore its charm can find it in nickel-free sterling silver. People allergic to nickel can still appreciate the beauty of sterling silver jewelry thanks to this type of silver crafted without nickel.

Platinum

Platinum is a hypoallergenic metal of unmatched quality; it is also famously rare and long-lasting. People with sensitive skin will love it because it is pure and won't tarnish. Platinum jewelry is a hypoallergenic option for those who want timeless appeal without sacrificing comfort or durability, and it also radiates sophistication.

Contact Bostonian Jewelers 

Finding the ideal piece of hypoallergenic jewelry among the many options available can be challenging without the assistance of an expert. Bostonian Jewelers appreciates the importance of sensitivity-free jewelry and provides a carefully selected collection of hypoallergenic pieces made of platinum, nickel-free sterling silver, rhodium-plated sterling silver, and other materials. Bostonian Jewelers is the first stop on the path to hypoallergenic elegance, where fashion and consideration for sensitive skin come together in every item.