Understanding what metals are safe for your skin
Pure titanium is naturally hypoallergenic and lightweight. Excellent for sensitive skin.
Rare, pure, naturally occurring hypoallergenic metal. Very durable and valuable.
Pure gold combined with safe alloys. 18K and above contains minimal allergenic metals.
Extremely biocompatible metal that can be anodized in many colors.
Rare white metal from platinum family. Nickel-free alternative to white gold.
Affordable, durable, tarnish-resistant surgical steel. Also called "marine grade".
Classic silver jewelry. May contain copper and nickel in alloy.
Gold-colored alloy of copper and zinc. Often contains nickel underlayer.
Base metal with plating. Most common source of allergic reactions.