Rashes, redness, and swelling are just a few of the things that can happen as a result of a skin allergy, and unfortunately, a ton of people experience this reaction for the very first time after getting their ears pierced. Thankfully, this doesn't mean you have to put an end to your earring wearing days before they've even started. The easiest solution to handle known and unknown skin allergies with jewelry is to find pieces crafted out of hypoallergenic metals, and you can bless the internet for providing a whole host of fashionable and funky ones to choose from.
If you're looking for a sensitive skin-friendly, unique alternative to hoops, these earrings have you covered. Connecting a short chain to the earrings' bar stud and butterfly backs creates a modern hoop that really deconstructs the early 2000s' affinity for the 'bigger is better' hoop approach. Made out of 14K gold-plated sterling silver, these illusion hoops are hypoallergenic, super cool, and subtly edgy.
What We Like
▪ Hypoallergenic
▪ Modern design
▪ Comes in two colors
▪ Moderately priced
What We Don’t
▪ Doesn't fit all ear piercings
▪ Built-in butterfly backs
Maison Miru is a well-known jewelry company specializing in precise, functional design, as you can see with their sterling silver earring multipack. This multipack is crafted out of 925 sterling silver and comes with a pair of bar studs, huggie hoops, and an ear cuff. At $152, Maison Miru's set is a bit on the expensive side, but you're investing in a great set of hypoallergenic earrings.
What We Like
▪ Hypoallergenic
▪ Comes with multiple earrings
▪ Free US shipping
What We Don’t
▪ Relatively expensive
▪ Only comes in one color
▪ Won't fit all piercings
Interestingly, most people assume that you have to have your ears pierced in order to wear earrings. This practice has only been culturally popular since the late 20th century; prior to that, there were tons of clip-on options for people who didn't want to pierce their ears. While the clip-on industry doesn't exist in the same way that it once did, there are options for non-pierced ears that have skin sensitivities, such as this pair of stainless steel magnetic clip on faux plugs. With a sedate design and unisex styling, these hypoallergenic earrings are perfect for literally anyone.
What We Like
▪ Hypoallergenic
▪ Very affordable
▪ Made for non-pierced ears
▪ Comes in multiple colors
What We Don’t
▪ Might be more uncomfortable than conventional earrings
▪ Understated design
People who're stretching their ears might have skin sensitivities too, and they deserve to have hypoallergenic earrings as well. That's where Urban Body Jewelry's titanium plugs come in. You can find them internally threaded, with flares, and without flares on the website or through their retailer's page on websites like Amazon. This pair of 12 gauge titanium single flare plugs is just one of the great plug sets you can get from Urban Body Jewelry; and, at just over $15 apiece, this plug is one of the best ones currently on the market.
What We Like
▪ Hypoallergenic
▪ Very affordable
▪ Comes in multiple styles
What We Don’t
▪ Made only for stretched ears
▪ Comes in one color
▪ Understated design
Some people just can't get enough of the finer things in life, and if you're one of those that doesn't mind scrimping and saving for that special item, Ross-Simmons' love knot earrings are the best choice for you. High-quality and hypoallergenic, you shouldn't wait for someone you love to give you these earrings; rather, take this as a sign to show yourself some love and get yourself a pair. You can't go wrong with getting a pair of studs from this highly reputable brand made out of luxury materials.
What We Like
▪ Hypoallergenic
▪ Luxury brand
▪ Long-lasting materials
What We Don’t
▪ Expensive
▪ Traditional design
If you look back and remember your punk/goth/emo/scene days with fondness, then you should take a look at these black diamond lightning bold studs from Maria Tash. Made out of nickel-free 18k gold, and coming in four different colors, this earring will take anyone back to their mosh pit days without the fear of waking up with whiplash and ringing ears.
What We Like
▪ Hypoallergenic
▪ Edgy design
▪ Comes in multiple colors
What We Don’t
▪ Moderately expensive
You can celebrate your love for bees and also keep your ears safe from irritation by getting yourself a pair of Rowan's bee studs. Made out of 14k gold or 14k gold-plated sterling silver, everyone around you will be buzzing about your new adorable, affordable studs.
What We Like
▪ Hypoallergenic
▪ Fun design
▪ Affordable
What We Don’t
▪ Rather small
▪ Niche subject
Astrology has taken over the current zeitgeist, and people are more interested in their zodiac signs than they've ever been before. With Boma's zodiac stud earrings, you can match your outfit to your zodiac sign. Made out of 14k gold, these dainty earrings come in all twelve zodiac signs. Don't just settle on one earring; grab ones to match your sun/moon/rising signs and all your other houses as well.
What We Like
▪ Hypoallergenic
▪ Affordable
▪ Popular motifs
What We Don’t
▪ Only comes in two colors
▪ Rather small
Have No Fear of Your Sensitive Ears
Just a few decades ago, someone with sensitive skin and metallurgical allergies would be out of luck when it came to finding comfortable and beautiful jewelry. Thankfully, modern technology has created an entirely new market of hypoallergenic earrings in all sorts of shapes, sizes, colors, designs, and even piercing compatibilities. And with these hypoallergenic earrings, you'll never need to fear having to adapt to your skin sensitivities ever again.
