Should I Wear Gloves for Resin Jewellery Making? Safety Guidance

Should I Wear Gloves When Making Resin Jewellery?

If you’re considering making resin necklaces or other jewellery, wearing gloves isn’t just recommended—it’s a must. Gloves protect your hands and help ensure each piece you create remains flawless and uncontaminated.

Why Gloves Are Essential for Resin Jewellery

Epoxy and UV resins can be sticky to handle, and accidental skin contact during mixing and pouring happens easily. Gloves act as your first defence by preventing the resin from coming into contact with your skin, which helps avoid irritation and mishaps. They also keep oil or dust from your hands away from the resin, so your necklaces cure smoothly and without unwanted marks.

Choosing and Using Gloves When Crafting

When making resin jewellery, opt for disposable nitrile gloves. They provide good dexterity and resist puncture better than latex, making them ideal for precise tasks such as measuring and embedding items in resin. Always inspect gloves for tears before use, and dispose of them after each session. If you’re using a comprehensive kit like the Evershine Collection Epoxy Resin Kit, you’ll find gloves included for convenience.

When This Matters Most

Mixing and pouring fresh resin, when skin exposure is most likely
Handling moulds or removing cured pieces from their forms
Embedding dried flowers, pigments, or findings to keep both your work and hands clean

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How To Make Resin Necklaces

Prioritising glove use helps keep both you and your resin projects safe from contamination. For more in-depth tips and to refine your necklace-making skills, explore our main guide on how to make resin necklaces.