The most common allergic reaction for jewelry wearers is an allergy to nickel. Those with nickel allergies usually suffer from red, irritated skin like a rash, itching and discomfort. People with this type of reaction usually try to wear jewelry that is hypoallergenic. However, did you know that something labeled “hypoallergenic” is not necessarily “nickel free”? Some wear sterling silver or gold, BUT…did you know that nickel is a common component of metals, INCLUDING lower quality gold, some stainless steel and some sterling silver?! It’s true!

All Paparazzi Accessories items are “NICKEL FREE”. We don’t include the label “hypoallergenic” because that label does not always mean that it is nickel free. So when you go to your favorite department store or other jewelry company, and purchase the overpriced item just because it says “hypoallergenic”, I’m sorry to tell you, you may still have a reaction. Paparazzi Accessories is lead and nickel free and all only $5.00 for the same look others offer with high margins.

You cannot recognize lead and nickel free jewelry. It all looks the same, so you have to read any label available or get the information from the salesperson…if they know. The FDA doesn’t have a definition for hypoallergenic, so again, even with that label, you could still have an allergic reaction, leading you to believe you can never wear any costume jewelry without horrible, painful consequences.

Now this is different than if your skin turns green when wearing costume jewelry. That actually has to do with the acidity level (pH balance) of your body which can be affected by medications, diet, or health. It really has nothing to do with the costume jewelry itself.  You can coat the inside of rings with clear nail polish. Expensive pieces are usually coated with rhodium to prevent them from touching your skin. 

If treated with care Paparazzi jewelry will last just a long as more expensive costume jewelry.  Basically, keep it away from moisture. Clean your jewelry with a dry jewelry cloth. Make sure it’s not the cloths that are moistened with jewelry cleaner. Also remember to remove rings when washing your hands.

I cannot tell you that if you wear Paparazzi Accessories that you’ll never have any reaction, but what I can tell you are the testimonies from my customers and other Paparazzi Accessories Consultants. People that have never been able to wear other costume jewelry have been able to wear Paparazzi pieces. It has made it possible for them to enjoy the happiness it gives a woman to wear something beautiful without breaking the bank. Instead of having one necklace to wear all the time that cost them hundreds of dollars, they can now wear all varieties of jewelry, colors, styles and something different with every outfit. All for only $5.00 each.