Jewellery Care Guide - Essential Jewellery Care Tips

All Jewellery deserves thoughtful care to preserve its beauty and craftsmanship. 
Regular gentle cleaning, careful storage, and mindful handling help prevent scratches, tarnishing, and breakages. Keeping pieces dry and away from harsh chemicals helps Jewellery to stay radiant, comfortable to wear, and ready to be enjoyed for years. 

Treating each Jewellery piece with consideration protects the fine details and allows your favourite Rings, Bracelets, and Necklaces to remain as striking as the day you chose them. 
With simple habits, you can keep every item shining and special for all the moments still to come, read on for your ultimate guide to Jewellery care…

Jewellery Care Quick Guide

Dress First - Add your Jewellery after dressing to avoid catching fabrics and snags. Inspect pieces regularly and treat pieces gently and with utmost care. 

Keep Jewellery Dry -  Remove all Jewellery before bathing, showering, or swimming; water can tarnish Jewellery and your pieces can easily get lost.  

Take Off Before Bed - Helps prevent tangled necklaces and lost earrings while you sleep.

Avoid Wearing Jewellery During Chores - Skip wearing Jewellery for housework, DIY, or gardening to prevent damage and/or injury.

Keep Harsh Products Away From Jewellery - Perfume, cleaners, hairspray, lotion, and makeup can permanently damage Jewellery and harm finishes.

Store With Care - Place Jewellery pieces separately in a soft pouch or box to keep Jewellery protected, dry and prevent scratches and tangles.

How to Clean Jewellery 

Clean Jewellery you wear about once a month, and consider a professional clean yearly.
Even stored pieces may require a gentle clean every few months to prevent grime and dust buildup.


Yellow Gold and White Gold Jewellery Cleaning

Not only do Yellow and White Gold differ in colour - they also need slightly different care!

Yellow Gold

While an occasional professional polish keeps Yellow Gold in top form, you can also refresh its appearance yourself. A mild, gentle cleanser-such as a few drops of baby shampoo mixed with warm water, works well. Use this simple solution with a soft brush to lift away everyday buildup and bring back a more lustrous finish.

1. Mix a few drops of baby shampoo with warm water.

2. Dip a soft-bristled brush in the solution and very gently brush the Jewellery.

3. Rinse and polish with a soft cloth or glasses cloth for a smooth, bright finish!

White Gold

Clean White Gold as above, but remember Rhodium plating can sometimes wear with time. To restore a bright white lustre, you can have your White Gold Jewellery re-plated by a professional Jeweller when needed to recapture the ultimate finish.


Sterling Silver Jewellery 

Keeping Sterling Silver at its brightest and best is easier with regular home Jewellery care.

Here's a straightforward method to reduce signs of tarnish:

You'll need

- Three parts bicarbonate of soda 

- One part water

Combine the ingredients into a paste and spread lightly over your Jewellery, make sure you carefully avoid Diamonds, Gemstones or Pearls.

With a brush, gently rub the mixture to lift discoloration.

Rinse well and gently dry, then polish lightly with a lint-free cloth for a perfect shine.

Repeat as necessary to prevent tarnish and avoid the need for professional Jewellery cleaning.


Caring For Pearl Jewellery

Whether your Pearls are cultured, freshwater, or artificial - proper care is essential. 
Gently clean your Pearl Jewellery with a soft cloth or tissue every time you take them off to prevent a build-up of oils or dust. When dressing, wait until perfume, makeup, or other products are fully dry to avoid damaging the natural sheen of each Pearl.

That's all it takes to refresh and protect your Jewellery!
With these simple methods in mind, you can maintain your Jewellery with confidence and enjoy renewed brilliance each time you wear your favoutire pieces. Regular attention like this keeps every item looking its best and ready for any occasion, now and for the future.

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