Rash from band

Hi

Some people can experience reactions to certain materials - such as nickel - that are in prolonged contact with their skin.

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

You may find that a different band, for example, better meets your needs. However, keep in mind that there is no model of Apple Watch that has no metal or nickel touching the skin; the magnets in all models of Apple Watch contain some nickel.

Skin reactions can be a result of various causes including:

• Allergies (eg to nickel).
• Extended exposure to irritants (eg soap or sweat).
• Environmental factors.
• Wearing the band too tightly or too loosely.

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
• See under "Skin Sensitivities":

  Important safety information

I had a skin reaction to the band and the underside of the face similar to yours. My skin began to burn under the face after about 2 hours of wearing. When I removed it there was a very red and tender spot on my wrist in the shape of a circle. The band also caused a little discompfort. I have a terrible reaction to adhesives, so that is probably why. I was so unhappy and disappointed because I really like the watch, although I bought it mainly because I need a medical alert system with me and don't want to wear the around the neck alerts. Anyway, I want to share the way I solved the problem, and hope it works for you. First thing I did was buy a woven band, which is very light weight, comfortable, and cool on the wrist. The second thing I did was cut a small rectangle in the shape of the underside of the face, from " Glad Press n' Seal, and pressed it on. I wore the watch all day with it on and had no reactions whatever. I expected the wrap to come off at some point, but it never did. And, I was very surprised the watch charged beautifully without having to remove it. I would recommend changing the Press n' Wrap every few days for sanitary reasons. Maybe Apple will eventually come up with a more practical cover for those of us with this problem. I hope this helps you.

patriciafromsebastian wrote:

.. The second thing I did was cut a small rectangle in the shape of the underside of the face, from " Glad Press n' Seal, and pressed it on. I wore the watch all day with it on and had no reactions whatever. I expected the wrap to come off at some point, but it never did. And, I was very surprised the watch charged beautifully without having to remove it. ..

When charging Apple Watch, nothing at all (not even a thin film) should be placed between the back of the watch and the head of the Magnetic Charging Cable.

More information:

Wearing Apple Watch - Apple Support

Cleaning and wearing Apple Watch - Apple Support

Check your battery and charge your Apple Watch - Apple Support

Maybe try buying a different kind of band they are easy to attach and change over. You could have an allergy to the material. Could also try leaving the watch strap loose instead of tight to avoid friction when moving around.

Thanks for your reply, and if that's the case, it's a simple matter to remove the film before charging. At least wearing the thin film prevented a very sore and uncomfortable rash/ blisters, and I can enjoy my new watch.