Hello Lori,
I make cuff bracelets in Cu. My own Cu cuff is on my wrist and I
show the customer how my skin has become green due to sweat. I then
point out that the green scrubs off when I wash. It is important to
talk about how Cu patinasnaturally and how the patina varies. I
commonly wear my Cu cuff all the time - while gardening, showering,
washing dishes, etc. IOW I never take off for weeks at a time. Some
people are not concerned with the patinas and skinbeing green…
If someone asks about how to prevent the changes, I emphasize that
the patina will happen. It is the ‘nature of the beast.’ There is no
coating that will prevent the patina for long. Since Cu is so soft,
it bends easily and any coating will crack and chip.
However if someone asks about Cu affecting arthritis, I say I make
NO medical claims. Frankly, I don’t believe there is any effect on
arthritis, but some are convinced Cu helps.
Bottom line is to alert the customer and prepare them to expect the
green onthe skin!
Judy in Kansas, where the last two days have been glorious! That will
change back to temps more like summer. Oh well.