Nickel allergy (allergic contact dermatitis) is a common reaction to nickel particles being in direct contact with the skin
if you got new ring or pair of earrings and suddenly or even after weeks, your finger or ears start to itch, the skin in contact with the ring suddenly develops redness, scaling, weeping and itching - nickel allergy could be the Culprit. Not only imitation jewelry, but even high carat gold wedding rings contain this metal. This problem can develop even after years of wearing gold and silver jewelry. Unfortunately if nickel allergy start, it is almost impossible to shake it off. The most effective way of preventing nickel allergy is to reduce exposure.
And if you notice the first symptoms, switch to hypoallergenic metals like titanium, platinum, or tungsten.
All our titanium and tungsten rings are absolutely nickel and cobalt free.
Titanium is one of the few metals that are completely compatible with our body chemistry and will not cause any allergic reaction, skin irritations or discolorations. It is safe for people suffering from nickel allergy, as well as being effective in preventing it.
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