I purchased a watch with a cactus leather band and was very pleased with its appearance when I received it. After a few days of wearing it, I started getting small red bumps around the bottom and sides of my wrist. They grew into a big, itchy rash. The main part of the watch and face are lovely, but it's unwearable for me. After contacting the company, they are sending me a wooden band (I have to pay for shipping), so I hope that will allow me to wear it. If you look into cactus leather a bit online, you'll find reviews of other products where people have had allergic reactions, so proceed with caution.
Read more