The ultimate guide to safe children's jewelry – materials, care & buying advice
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Why safe children's jewelry is so important
Children's jewelry is more than just a pretty accessory – it often accompanies children for years, symbolizes special moments, and of course, should be completely safe. But this is precisely where the problem lies: the market is flooded with cheap jewelry from China, which often does not meet European safety standards.
As a father of two and founder of Funkelino, I know how important it is to make children's jewelry safe, hypoallergenic, and durable . That's why I've put together this ultimate guide for you – so you know exactly what to look for when buying jewelry!
1. The most important materials for safe children's jewelry
Not every material is suitable for sensitive children's skin. Many pieces of jewelry contain nickel, lead, or cadmium – substances that can cause allergic reactions. Here are the best materials that are truly safe:
🔹 925 Sterling Silver
✅ High quality & durable
✅ Nickel & lead free
✅ Perfect for older children aged 6 and up
💡 Tip: Silver can tarnish over time. Therefore, we recommend cleaning it regularly with a silver polishing cloth.
🔹 Surgical steel (316L) – The safest choice
✅ 100% hypoallergenic & skin-friendly
✅ No irritation or allergic reactions
✅ Rustproof, waterproof & extremely easy to clean
💡 Tip: Surgical steel is the best choice, especially for children with sensitive skin or freshly pierced ears!
🔹 14 karat solid gold – For special occasions
✅ High quality & durable
✅ Ideal for communion, baptism or special gifts
✅ Nickel & lead free
💡 Warning: Gold jewelry is softer than steel or silver – therefore it should not be worn while playing.
2. Common dangers with children's jewelry – what you need to be aware of!
Especially on marketplaces like Amazon, Temu, or Shein, there are many pieces of jewelry that are unsuitable or even dangerous for children. Here are the most common risks:
❌ Nickel, lead & cadmium – hidden toxins in cheap jewelry
❌ Jewelry without a hygiene seal – Has it already been worn? Risk of infection!
❌ Inferior closures – easily lost or broken
💡 Our promise at Funkelino:
All our jewelry is REACH compliant , contains no nickel, lead or cadmium and is delivered hygienically sealed !
3. How to properly care for children's jewelry – tips & tricks
Proper care is essential to keep jewelry beautiful for a long time. Here are a few simple tips:
🛁 Silver jewelry: Clean with a special silver polishing cloth to prevent tarnishing.
🚿 Do not shower or swim with gold-plated jewelry! Chlorine and salt water will damage the gold plating.
✨ Surgical steel: Simply clean with water – it always stays beautiful!
📦 Storage: Always store jewelry in an airtight bag or jewelry box.
💡 Tip: With every order at Funkelino, you get a free cleaning cloth!
4. What you should pay attention to when buying children's jewelry
Here are the most important criteria for safe children's jewelry:
✅ Material: 925 silver, surgical steel or solid gold
✅ Hypoallergenic & REACH compliant
✅ Hygiene seal & tested quality
✅ Child-friendly designs & secure closures
💡 Why you can buy safely at Funkelino:
- No middlemen: Direct purchase = better prices for you
- Strict quality control in Germany
- Fast DHL shipping & 30-day Funkelino guarantee
5. Our most beautiful children's jewelry categories at Funkelino
Here you'll find just the right jewelry for your child:
🔹 Children's earrings made of surgical steel – Perfect for sensitive skin
🔹 Silver stud earrings with cute designs – Stars, hearts & more
🔹 Christening jewelry for special occasions – Angel wings & cross pendant
🔹 Children's necklaces with magical motifs – unicorns, rainbows & fairies
👉 Discover our complete children's jewelry collection now:
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Conclusion – Safe children's jewelry is a matter of trust!
Parents should pay particular attention to quality and safety when buying children's jewelry. Funkelino stands for tested, high-quality jewelry that has been specially designed for children.
💖 Our promise: Safe jewelry, tested quality & a sparkle in your child's eyes! ✨
🎀 Discover now: All safe children's jewelry
