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Hypoallergenic Jewellery: Nickel-Free Thanks to 316L Stainless Steel
Hypoallergenic Jewellery: Nickel-Free Thanks to 316L Stainless Steel. Does your skin react to jewellery? 316L stainless steel is low-nickel and hypoallergenic — the kind choice for sensitive skin.
Why does skin react?
Nickel allergy is the most common contact allergy, affecting around 15–18% of women. The trigger is nickel released from low-quality jewellery.
Why 316L is skin-friendly
Surgical 316L steel releases very little nickel and is considered hypoallergenic. It won't tarnish and keeps its colour.
What to look for
Look for 316L or 'surgical steel'. 'Hypoallergenic' is not a regulated term — the material spec is what counts.
Skin-friendly stainless steel jewellery
Low-nickel 316L pieces — tolerated and tarnish-proof.
Timeless collection →Frequently asked questions
- Is 316L stainless steel nickel-free?
316L contains some nickel but releases so little that it's tolerated by most allergy sufferers and is considered hypoallergenic. - What jewellery is best for a nickel allergy?
316L stainless steel, titanium and high-karat gold are among the most tolerated materials. - Why does my skin go green or itch under jewellery?
Usually nickel or copper released from cheap costume jewellery; 316L avoids this.
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