Solution to stainless steel mesh band discoloration

You mention that your band discolored in only two months, but it can happen even faster if exposed to sufficiently harmful substances* (and may happen faster after being polished with abrasives).

Whatever caused your band to discolor has also been in contact with your Apple Watch case, which also risks becoming damaged.

You may find that it is relatively easy (in terms of balancing theory with practicality) to avoid causing further discoloration.

More info here, including tips to prevent long-term damage to your watch:

Cleaning and wearing Apple Watch - Apple Support

* See for example: Apple watch Milanese loop band gets discolored (brownish) from normal wear. Could Aveeno skin lotion cause the band to be discolored?

Hi

The care instructions for the Apple Watch and band include:

"Clean Apple Watch if it comes in contact with anything that may cause stains, or other damage, such as dirt or sand, makeup, ink, soap, detergent, acids or acidic foods, or comes in contact with liquids other than fresh water, including those that may lead to skin irritation such as: sweat, salt water, soapy water, pool water, perfume, insect repellent, lotions, sunscreen, oil, adhesive remover, hair dye, or solvents."

Discoloration of the Milanese Loop band can be caused, for example, by it coming into contact with a moisturising lotion that is acidic (with pH level below 7).

The best solution is not to use lotions or any other potentially harmful agents in areas of the wrist where the watch is worn and to generally keep the watch and band clean and dry.

You're welcome 🙂