Q: Metal stud on sport strap causing a reaction.
Hi,
Has anyone experienced a skin reaction to the base of the metal stud on the sport strap? I seem to be fine with the watch casing, but the push stud is causing my wrist to react with a nasty sore patch where it makes contact.
I don't want to stop wearing my watch, but I also don't want to have to wear a sticky plaster to prevent skin contact either!
Are all the other straps using the same kind of metal? How is it that the casing (i have the aluminium casing) doesn't have the same effect?
Thanks in advance for any advice or help!
Kathysue
iPad (3rd gen) Wi-Fi, iOS 5.1.1
Posted on Oct 19, 2015 10:58 PM
Hi Kathysue
You may be susceptible to nickel-related reactions. Apple Watch (stainless steel), the space gray and rose gold aluminum Apple Watch Sport, the stainless steel portions of some Apple Watch bands, and the magnets in the watch and bands contain some nickel.
More information: Wearing Apple Watch - Apple Support
KathySue wrote: Are all the other straps using the same kind of metal?
The component materials for all Apple straps are listed here:
Cleaning and wearing Apple Watch - Apple Support
The same article also offers tips to avoid skin irritation if you have allergies or skin sensitivities. These include keeping your Apple Watch and band (and your skin beneath them) clean and dry. This is especially important after workouts or exposure to any liquids such as sweat, soap, perfume, sunscreen and lotions that can cause skin irritations - with reactions being more likely if irritants are found between Apple Watch and your skin.
Posted on Oct 20, 2015 11:03 PM