Hi, i was wondering how would i know wut to get for myself when it comes to jewlry. I cant wear fake jewlry, or my skin starts actin funny. So i was wondering if Sterling Silver is consider fake jewlery? Im trying to get some Sterling Silver earings but wonder if its gunna get my ear infected. Thank You
2007-04-10 07:58:41 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
You are probably allergic to nickel which is used in jewelry.
Silver is usually mixed w/ a bit of copper to make sterling silver so it might be okay for you.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sterling_silver
FYI, www.simplywhispers.com has information about allergies and sells nickel free jewelry.
2007-04-10 08:07:11 · answer #1 · answered by Treadstone 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all DO NOT try on the earrings in the store. Unless you have rubbing alcohol handy to clean them, you do not want to put them in your ears otherwise you could add infection to your problems. Sterling silver is a safe way to go but make sure that the package or post board says "sterling silver" on it. If it does not say this then it is not sterling silver, this usually lets you know if its "fake" or not. You could also try Nickel Free jewelry, again it will be labeled Nickel Free on the package. I know a few people who have sensitive skin when it comes to gold or white gold (which would be my next suggestion if the S.S. or N.F. don't work). If you are sensitive to those your next bet is platinum or tungsten. Of course, gold, white gold, and platinum are going to cost you more and from what I've heard on tungsten it isn't expensive.
2007-04-10 15:20:46 · answer #2 · answered by zezy02 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, sterling silver would probably be your best bet. This is a higher quality silver and shouldn't irritate your skin as much as cheaper materials. If you notice any itching or redness with sterling silver, however, try gold. Hope this helps!
2007-04-10 15:09:59 · answer #3 · answered by Palacinkabeauty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom has to go by a piece by piece basis - some gold makes her break out and so does some silver. You can try the sterling, but make sure you can return it or try it on in the store for a while.
2007-04-10 15:02:50 · answer #4 · answered by mel m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have that same problem and i now use sterling silver and it works best for me so i would suggest that you start using sterling silver or wear real jewlery
2007-04-10 15:07:03 · answer #5 · answered by Mz.Hottie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually sterling silver doesn't infect ears because i too have very sensitive ears and gold and sterling silver are OK in my ears but i cant wear cheap medals
2007-04-10 15:06:03 · answer #6 · answered by fashionista 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sterling silver can be but it depends on what u buy
so yes and no
2007-04-10 15:06:41 · answer #7 · answered by funckychick 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋