Even though it has been more than 25 years since the EU introduced regulations limiting the amount of nickel that can be released from products in prolonged contact with the skin, nickel remains a common cause of contact allergies. Nickel can still be found in everything from jewelry to toys and is a metal known to trigger allergic reactions. Therefore, EU legislation requires that products containing nickel must only release a limited amount of the metal.

According to a recent study by the Danish Environmental Protection Agency, nickel-free coatings do not always protect against nickel release. Therefore, it is still important to be aware of nickel allergies and limit the use of products containing nickel.

Nickel allergies can cause eczema with redness, itching, and in severe cases, blisters and sores. Once the allergy develops, individuals may react to nickel for the rest of their lives, and if nickel-containing products are not avoided, the symptoms can spread and lead to chronic eczema.

Nulallergi.dk is a webshop specializing in allergy-friendly and environmentally friendly products. To protect customers from nickel allergies, they offer a wide range of nickel-tested jewelry and other products. If you already have a nickel allergy, it is crucial to avoid nickel as much as possible and choose nickel-free products.

Zeroallergy encourages everyone to stay informed about the risks of nickel allergies and take precautions to protect themselves and their families from this common allergy.