Article: Caring for your jewelry and stones: a complete guide to making them shine
Caring for your jewelry and stones: a complete guide to making them shine
Your jewelry is a precious treasure that accompanies you every day. To keep it shiny and beautiful, regular maintenance is essential. Discover in this complete guide the effective methods to maintain your jewelry and make it shine like the first day.
1. Clean your gold and silver jewelry
.Cleaning gold : Use a mixture of warm water and mild soap then gently scrub your jewelry with a soft-bristled toothbrush, then rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth.
. Cleaning Silver : Use a microfiber cloth or silver cleaning cloth and gently rub your silver jewelry to remove tarnish. Then gently rub it with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a little toothpaste. Rinse with lukewarm clean water and dry with a soft cloth.
2. Maintaining jewelry set with stones.
.To know the specific cleaning methods for each type of stone, do not hesitate to send us a message . Indeed, certain stones, such as opal, turquoise or lapis lazuli, are very sensitive and require delicate cleaning.3. Practical tips for jewelry care
. Remove your jewelry before showering, swimming or playing sports.
. Store your jewelry separately in individual boxes or bags. This helps prevent scratches from friction, as stones have different hardness ratings.
.Avoid exposing your jewelry to harsh chemicals such as perfumes, lotions, creams and household cleaners.
.Have your jewelry checked by a professional jeweler once a year. A professional can thoroughly clean your jewelry and detect any potential problems.
4. Mistakes to avoid
. Do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaning products and bleach, they can damage the surface of your jewelry, and even more that of your stones.
. Do not use precious metal cleaning products on jewelry set with fine or precious stones. Some products can damage the stones.
