![]() Stainless steel can contain small amounts of nickel, however it is the rate of release of nickel (rather than nickel content) that really matters. It is commonly known to be hypoallergenic, tarnish free and very strong. Also known as implant grade titanium.ģ16L Stainless Steel, also known as surgical steel is a great metal for people with sensitive skin. Ti-6AL-4V ELI ASTM F-136 is a refined version of grade 23 used in Industrial Strength (brand name, not a description of the titanium grade) body jewellery. Grade 5 (Ti-6AL-4V) is stronger and less malleable and is used for most body jewellery. Grades 1 - 4 (CP/commercially pure titanium) are slightly softer so are best for making earring hooks and other shapes. All are suitable for initial and healed piercings. It is important to remember that the main difference between these grades of titanium is mostly in the manufacturing. Titanium is suitable for both initial and healed body piercings. There are no other materials added and there is no plating or painting. The colour produced depends on the thickness of the oxide layer. Anodising creates a thin oxide layer which is just as biocompatible as polished titanium. Titanium can be anodised to create a range of colours. Allergic reactions to titanium are extremely rare even in people sensitive to other metals. ![]() Titanium is an excellent choice for anyone with sensitive skin, especially for those allergic to nickel, silver or gold. ![]() Titanium is strong, lightweight and highly biocompatible (non-toxic and not rejected by the body). Medical plastic is made from a hardened version of the material used in surgical sutures. 95% of our customers are able to wear our jewellery, but we cannot guarantee that no one will react to an item of jewellery as it is possible to be allergic to anything. The word hypoallergenic means: unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. If you have any issues with these metals, medical plastic or bioplast jewellery are a great option or while your new piercings settles down. Stainless Steel, Titanium and Niobium are some of the safest metals you can wear.
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