Surgical Steel Stud Earrings: What are the Benefits?
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Surgical Steel Earrings – Benefits, Nickel, and Care
What are surgical steel earrings and why are they so popular? Surgical steel earrings are durable, rust-proof, and hypoallergenic for most people. They contain a small amount of nickel – if you have a nickel allergy, choose titanium or gold. View our stud earring collection.
What are surgical steel earrings?
Surgical steel earrings (also called stud earrings) are made from an alloy of steel, carbon, nickel, and chromium. This material is also used in the medical field for surgical instruments. It is resistant to corrosion, moisture, and air pollution.
Benefits of surgical steel earrings
- Durable – last much longer than regular earrings
- Rust-proof – resistant to corrosion and moisture
- Hypoallergenic for most people – cause almost no allergic reactions
- Versatile – available in thousands of styles, sizes, and colors
Do surgical steel earrings contain nickel?
Yes, surgical steel contains a small amount of nickel. For most people, this is not a problem. Do you have a nickel allergy? Then choose titanium or gold – these are completely nickel-free.
Stainless steel may contain traces of nickel. Do you have a nickel allergy? Please read our nickel allergy explanation page for advice.
How to clean surgical steel earrings?
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild soap
- Avoid abrasive cleaning agents like steel wool
- Want to polish them? Use a polishing agent specifically for surgical steel
- Remove your jewelry when showering and swimming
How to store surgical steel earrings?
Store in a separate box with a soft, dry cloth. This prevents damage and exposure to moisture, dust, and corrosive substances.
Our range of stud earrings
At Aramat Jewels, you'll find thousands of stud earring models: with or without a stone, gold-colored, black, rose-colored, opal, square, round, and animal earrings.
- What are surgical steel earrings?
- Surgical steel earrings are made from an alloy of steel, carbon, nickel, and chromium. They are durable, rust-proof, and hypoallergenic for most people. They are also called stud earrings.
- Do surgical steel earrings contain nickel?
- Yes, surgical steel contains a small amount of nickel. For most people, this is not a problem. If you have a nickel allergy, choose titanium or gold. Read more on our nickel allergy explanation page.
- Do surgical steel earrings rust?
- No, surgical steel is resistant to corrosion and rust. This makes the earrings last much longer than regular earrings.
- How do I clean surgical steel earrings?
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild soap. Avoid abrasive agents. Remove your earrings when showering and swimming for a longer lifespan.
- What surgical steel earrings does Aramat Jewels offer?
- At Aramat Jewels, you'll find thousands of surgical steel stud earring models: with and without stones, gold-colored, black, rose-colored, and in many shapes. View our stud earring collection.