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Brass vs Stainless Steel vs German Silver: Which Jewellery Metal Should You Buy?
Stainless steel is the best base metal for everyday wear, brass is best for warm gold tone designs, and german silver contains nickel but no silver at all.
Is Artificial Jewellery Safe for Sensitive Skin?
Artificial jewellery is safe for most sensitive skin if it's nickel-free and well coated. Nickel, not the metal itself, is usually behind itchy, red reactions.
Why Does Artificial Jewellery Turn Your Skin Green? (And How to Stop It)
Artificial jewellery turns skin green when copper in the alloy reacts with sweat and lotion, leaving a harmless green residue that washes off with soap.
