18k Gold: Your Skin’s Best Friend
When it comes to accessories, finding pieces that elevate your style while remaining comfortable for everyday wear is key—especially for those with sensitive skin. Solid gold is the ultimate solution for anyone seeking chic without compromise.
Understanding the "Standard"
While 14k gold is the most common choice in the jewelry industry, it’s important to understand its composition. 14k gold is 58.3% pure gold. The remaining 41.7% is a blend of other metals like nickel, zinc, or silver. While these alloys give the piece structure, they are often the hidden culprits behind skin irritation, redness, and itchiness for those with sensitivities.
Why 18k Gold is Hypoallergenic and Skin-Friendly
At Olivier, we believe your jewelry should be a second skin. That’s why we choose to work with 18k gold (750 Hallmark).
Composed of 75% pure gold and only 25% carefully selected alloys, 18k gold significantly reduces the presence of common irritants. It is celebrated for being gentle on the skin, making it the ideal choice for anyone who finds standard gold pieces uncomfortable over time. With a higher gold-to-alloy ratio, your skin can finally breathe easy—you’ll never feel the need to take it off.
Waterproof, Tarnish-Free, and Built for Life
Lower-purity pieces—even when they are solid gold—can occasionally lose their luster or react with your skin’s natural oils over years of wear. 18k gold’s high purity ensures a more stable, radiant finish.
Its natural resistance to tarnish and corrosion means it stays radiant through showers, workouts, and daily life. It is the perfect low-maintenance choice for those who want a "set it and forget it" jewelry uniform that stays as bright as the day you bought it.
