Are Surgical Stainless Steel Jewelry Nickel Free? (one)

It’s almost impossible for me to shop at stores like Zara or Forever 21 without scouring the jewelry racks for a new ring, necklace, or pair of earrings. But after wearing cheap (but cute) costume jewelry, I get dry patches on my earlobes or a rash on the back of my neck. After an appointment with Dr. Google, I suspect my reactions are caused by a nickel allergy, a common condition that many people have, according to Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, M.D., a board-certified NYC dermatologist and clinical attending at NYU and Mount Sinai Hospital.

If you’ve been dealing with similar breakouts and you think your jewelry could be the cause, read on to learn how to protect your skin from a nickel-induced rash.

What does a nickel allergy look like?

Nickel is one of the most common causes of allergic contact dermatitis, a skin reaction caused by exposure to a specific allergen. It can look like a red, itchy rash, dry patches of skin that look like a burn, or blisters and other bumps. Since nickel can be found in clothing, electronics, certain makeup, jewelry, and even foods, you may notice a reaction in many different areas on your body—like itchy ears after wearing earrings, a hand rash from handling keys, or a belly-button irritation from a button on your pants. If you’re not sure what’s causing your symptoms, see a dermatologistor allergist to get an official diagnosis.

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