Jewelry Care Guide
Your jewelry is crafted with love and care, and with proper maintenance, it can last a lifetime. Follow these simple steps to keep your pieces looking as beautiful as the day you received them.
General Care Tips
Avoid Contact with Chemicals:
Remove your jewelry before using perfumes, lotions, hairspray, or cleaning agents. Chemicals can tarnish metals and dull gemstones.
Remove Jewelry Before Activities:
Take off your jewelry before swimming, exercising, or engaging in household chores to prevent damage.
Store Safely:
Store each piece separately in a soft pouch or jewelry box to avoid scratches or tangling.
Wear Last, Remove First:
Put on your jewelry last after getting dressed and remove it first when undressing to minimize contact with fabrics or cosmetics.
Cleaning Your Jewelry
Gold & Gold-Plated Jewelry:
Use a soft cloth or a gentle jewelry polishing cloth to wipe away dirt and restore shine.
For deeper cleaning, soak the jewelry in warm soapy water, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush, and pat dry with a soft cloth.
Silver Jewelry:
Use a silver polishing cloth to remove tarnish.
Avoid using harsh abrasives or chemicals that can damage the finish.
Gemstone Jewelry:
Clean with a damp cloth and avoid submerging delicate stones like pearls or opals in water.
Ensure gemstones are secure before wearing, as they may loosen over time.
Avoid Ultrasonic Cleaners for Delicate Pieces:
Ultrasonic cleaners are not suitable for porous gemstones (e.g., opals, pearls) or jewelry with intricate detailing.
Special Care for Different Materials
Pearls:
Wipe gently with a soft, damp cloth after each use to remove oils. Store in a soft cloth pouch, away from direct sunlight.
Diamonds:
Soak in warm soapy water, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush, and dry with a lint-free cloth for a brilliant sparkle.
Gold-Plated Jewelry:
Avoid excessive exposure to water and sweat to preserve the plating. Clean with a soft cloth and avoid abrasive materials.
Avoiding Tarnish
Store jewelry in a dry, cool place away from humidity. Adding anti-tarnish strips to your storage can help slow down tarnishing.
Always remove jewelry before bathing or swimming to prevent tarnish and water damage.