I am experiencing skin irritation where the metal stud on the wristband makes contact with my skin

Hi

If you experience redness, swelling, itchiness or any other irritation or discomfort on your skin around or beneath your watch or band, then Apple recommends that you remove your Apple Watch and consult a doctor / physician before wearing it again.

As you are evidently aware, skin reactions can be a result of various causes including an allergy to nickel.

More information, including tips from Apple:

• Cleaning and wearing Apple Watch - Apple Support

  Includes "Tips to avoid skin irritation, or if you have allergies or skin sensitivities".

• Wearing your Apple Watch - Apple Support

  Details the component materials of Apple Watch cases and bands.

• See under "Skin Sensitivities": https://help.apple.com/watch/#/apdcf2ff54e9

You may find that one of the following (all of which feature coloured / coated metal components) reduces or avoids irritation:

• A Black Sport Band.
• A Nike Sport Band with a black pin.
• Black Woven Nylon Band.
• Space Back metal bracelet / Milanese Loop.

More information:

Buy Apple Watch Bands - Apple