Ear Health & Safe Earrings

Why do earrings smell?

Earrings smell because skin cells and oils build up in the piercing channel and are broken down by ordinary skin bacteria. Here is w...

Is titanium better than surgical steel for earrings?

Titanium contains no nickel. Surgical steel contains nickel and releases almost none. Here is how the two compare for children's earrings.

Is sterling silver safe for sensitive ears?

Sterling silver is 92.5 percent silver. The rest is usually copper, and copper is what turns ears green. Here is what that means for sensitive ears.

Are stainless steel earrings safe for sensitive ears?

Whether stainless steel earrings are safe for sensitive ears depends entirely on the grade. Here is what to look for, and what to ignore.

Does surgical steel contain nickel?

Yes, S316L Surgical Steel contains nickel, and that is not the question that matters. Here is why release, not presence, is what affects skin.

Surgical steel vs stainless steel: what's the difference?

Surgical steel is a marketing term. Stainless steel is a family of alloys. The grade number is the only part that tells you how it behaves against ...

Is surgical steel good for sensitive ears?

Surgical steel suits sensitive ears when the grade is named. S316L resists corrosion and releases very little. Here is what the grade actually means.