jewellery care guide

GENERAL CARE

Avoid Contact with Harsh Chemicals:

Before using household cleaning agents, swimming in chlorinated water, or applying beauty products like lotions, perfumes, hairspray, and makeup, remember to remove your jewellery. These substances can cause tarnishing in silver and may damage the alloys in gold, leading to discolouration or harm.

Avoid Wearing During Rough Impact:

Prior to engaging in sports, heavy lifting, or any activity that might subject your jewellery to rough treatment or impact, it’s best to take it off. Silver and gold are soft metals and can be easily worn down, warped, or broken when in contact with harder materials like weightlifting bars.

Be Cautious in Cold Environments:

Since fingers tend to swell in heat and shrink in cold conditions, it’s advisable to remove rings before surfing or swimming in cold water to avoid the risk of losing them.

Be Cautious with Gemstones:

Gems have different hardnesses that affect their durability. Handle them with extra care and avoid exposing them to harsh cleaning chemicals or sudden temperature changes that may affect the gemstone setting.

CLEANING

Silver:

1. Use A polishing cloth for a light clean and polish.

2. Silver Polish: Use a silver polish solution to remove tarnish and restore shine (usually available from most supermarkets).

3. Vinegar/ Soda Method: Create a cleaning solution by adding a small amount of bicarb soda and vinegar to a cup, then fill with water. Be careful not to add too much as it will froth. Drop your silver ring or chain inside and leave for an hour. Moving the chain around can help the solution clean the hard-to-reach faces between chain links. Rinse with water and wipe with a soft cloth.

Gold:

1. Use A polishing cloth for a light clean and polish.

2. Mild Soap Solution: Create a mixture of warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap. Soak your gold jewellery in the solution for a few minutes, then gently scrub with a soft brush. Rinse with clean water and pat dry.

STORAGE

When not wearing your jewellery, store it in a clean, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Consider using individual jewellery pouches or a lined jewellery box to prevent scratching and tangling. Note that silver and gold can oxidize when left unworn for extended periods, but they can be cleaned and polished to restore their original appearance.