Care Guide
Jewelry Care Instructions
Professional care guidance to keep every piece looking its best — for years to come.
Overview
Why Proper Care Matters
- • Maintains brilliance and beauty
- • Prevents damage and tarnishing
- • Extends jewelry lifespan
- • Protects your investment
- • Ensures safe wearing
Daily Care Essentials
- • Remove before showering or swimming
- • Apply lotions before jewelry
- • Wipe clean after each wear
- • Store properly when not wearing
- • Inspect regularly for damage
Important: Always remove jewelry before exposure to chlorine, salt water, harsh chemicals, or vigorous physical activity. These can cause permanent damage to both metals and gemstones.
Ring Care
Engagement & Wedding Rings
Weekly Cleaning
Clean weekly with warm soapy water and a soft brush. Daily-wear rings accumulate oils, lotions, and debris quickly.
Exercise Precautions
Always remove engagement rings during workouts. Sweat, friction, and impact can damage settings and loosen stones.
Professional Inspection
Have prongs checked every 6 months. Loose prongs are the #1 cause of diamond loss.
Fashion & Statement Rings
Colored Gemstones
Avoid ultrasonic cleaners for emeralds, opals, and pearls. Use gentle soap and water only.
Rotation Care
If you have multiple rings, rotate wear to prevent excessive wear on one piece.
Proper Sizing
Ensure proper fit — too loose risks loss, too tight restricts circulation and causes wear.
Pro tip: Ring sizing changes with temperature and time of day. Have rings sized in normal conditions — fingers swell in heat and shrink in cold.
Necklace Care
Chain Maintenance
Tangle Prevention
Always clasp necklaces before storing. This simple step prevents chains from knotting and tangling.
Chain Cleaning
Clean chains last — they collect the most dirt and oils. Use a soft brush to clean between links.
Kink Prevention
Hang necklaces separately or use organizers with individual hooks to prevent kinks.
Pendant Care
Diamond Pendants
Clean diamond pendants with warm soapy water and a soft brush — pay attention to the back where oils accumulate.
Pearl Necklaces
Wipe pearls with a soft, damp cloth after each wear. Never store pearls hanging — lay flat to prevent stretching.
Restringing
Pearl strands should be restrung every 3–5 years, or when the silk thread shows wear or discoloration.
Layering tip: When layering necklaces, vary chain weights and lengths to prevent tangling. Store layered sets separately.
Bracelet Care
Tennis & Chain Bracelets
Diamond Tennis Bracelets
Check clasp and safety chain regularly. Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush between professional cleanings.
Security Features
Always use safety chains on valuable bracelets. Double-check clasp closure before wearing.
Activity Guidelines
Remove bracelets during exercise, sports, or manual labor to prevent damage and stone loss.
Charm & Cuff Bracelets
Charm Bracelets
Wear on your non-dominant wrist to reduce wear. Clean individual charms with methods appropriate for their materials.
Cuff Bracelets
Slip on from the narrow side of your wrist. Never bend drastically — this can weaken and break the metal.
Proper Fit
Bracelets should fit comfortably with slight movement. Too tight restricts circulation; too loose risks loss.
Earring Care
Stud Earrings
Diamond Studs
Clean by holding the post, never the setting. Soak in warm soapy water for 30 minutes, then rinse and pat dry.
Backing Security
Check earring backs regularly for wear. Replace loose or worn backs immediately to prevent loss.
Daily Maintenance
Wipe posts with rubbing alcohol daily to prevent buildup and maintain ear health.
Hoops & Drop Earrings
Hoop Earrings
Check hinges and clasps regularly. Clean with a soft brush to remove buildup in crevices.
Drop Earrings
Inspect connection points for wear. Heavy earrings should be worn for limited periods to prevent earlobe stretching.
Protection Tips
Remove earrings before sleeping, exercise, or phone calls to prevent damage and maintain comfort.
Ear health: Clean earring posts with rubbing alcohol before and after wear. If you experience irritation, remove earrings immediately and consult a healthcare professional if symptoms persist.
Metal Care Guide
Gold
Yellow: Most durable; minimal care. Clean with soft cloth and mild soap.
White: Rhodium-plated. May need re-plating every 1–3 years depending on wear.
Rose: Copper content makes it durable. May develop patina — normal.
Platinum
Patina: Develops naturally; can be polished to restore the original shine.
Cleaning: Warm soapy water and soft brush. Professional cleaning every 6 months recommended.
Durability: The most durable precious metal — scratches but doesn't wear away like gold.
Sterling Silver
Tarnish: Wear frequently — skin oils prevent tarnishing. Store in anti-tarnish bags.
Cleaning: Use a silver polishing cloth for light tarnish; professional cleaning for heavy.
Storage: Dry place with anti-tarnish strips; separate pieces to prevent scratching.
Avoid these chemicals
- • Chlorine bleach (damages gold alloys)
- • Ammonia-based cleaners
- • Abrasive compounds
- • Swimming pool chemicals
- • Household cleaning products
- • Perfumes and hairsprays
Gemstone Care
Diamonds
Natural & Lab-Grown
Identical care for both. Diamonds are durable but can chip along crystal lines — avoid impacts.
Cleaning Method
Warm soapy water with a soft brush. Safe for ultrasonic cleaners unless fracture-filled.
Maintaining Sparkle
Clean weekly for daily-wear pieces — diamonds attract grease, so wipe with a clean cloth after handling.
Colored Gemstones
Sapphires & Rubies
Very durable; safe for ultrasonic cleaning. Avoid extreme temperature changes.
Emeralds
Often oil-treated. Use only warm soapy water — no ultrasonic or steam cleaning.
Softer Stones
Turquoise, lapis, and pearls need gentle care. Clean with a damp cloth only.
Safe for ultrasonic
Diamonds (unfilled), Sapphires, Rubies, Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet
Avoid ultrasonic
Emeralds, Opals, Pearls, Turquoise, Lapis, Tanzanite
Storage & Travel
Home Storage
Jewelry Box Setup
Individual compartments prevent scratching. Soft fabric lining protects delicate pieces.
Necklace Storage
Hang separately or lay flat in compartments. Never store tangled or in piles.
Ring Organization
Ring rolls or individual slots — separate by hardness to prevent diamonds scratching softer metals.
Travel Tips
Carry-On Only
Never pack jewelry in checked luggage. Keep valuables in carry-on for security.
Travel Cases
Use padded travel jewelry cases with individual compartments and secure closures.
Documentation
Photograph pieces and keep appraisals or certificates — helpful for insurance and customs.
Temperature
Store in stable temperature — avoid extreme heat or cold.
Humidity
Use silica gel packets to control moisture.
Light
Avoid direct sunlight, which can fade colored stones.
Professional Care
Regular Maintenance Schedule
Every 6 months
Professional cleaning and inspection · prong tightening and setting checks · clasp and mechanism testing · overall structural assessment.
Annually
Comprehensive professional cleaning · rhodium re-plating (white gold if needed) · insurance appraisal updates · pearl restringing assessment.
As needed
Ring sizing adjustments · stone replacement or repair · chain or bracelet length modifications · restoration of vintage pieces.
When to Seek Professional Help
Immediate attention
Loose or missing stones · bent or damaged prongs · broken clasps or chains · visible cracks in gemstones.
Schedule soon
Heavy tarnishing on silver · yellowing of white gold · difficulty with clasps · pearl strand showing wear.
Routine service
Regular cleaning and polishing · preventive maintenance · insurance documentation · professional advice.