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With an estimated 1 in 7 people suffering from nickel allergy it’s important to be aware of the symptoms and how to avoid jewellery containing nickel. The allergy is a contact allergy i.e. caused by skin contact to an item containing nickel. Common symptons are a red, itchy, dry rash around the area that has come into contact with the nickel. If you are allergic or develop an allergic reaction it’s important to avoid skin contact with the item causing the rash. Nickel is commonly found in costume jewellery, watch straps, zips and buttons.
The good news is that silver jewellery is a good option if you are allergic. Fine silver is 99% pure and contains no nickel. Sterling silver jewellery is 92.5% silver with 7.5% copper to harden it. Copper jewellery which is usually made of pure copper is ok as are platinum and titanium which is hypoallergenic. Gold, if it is above 14ct is also fine but care must be taken with white gold which may contain nickel and other metals to give it’s silver colour. There is no cure for nickel allergy the best thing is to avoid wearing anything that contains the metal. If you are allergic the perfect solution is affordable and stylish sterling silver jewellery.