Jewelry Care

Jewelry is made to be worn and loved. With a little care, it’ll stay just as beautiful as the day you got it. A few simple habits can make a big difference in keeping your pieces shiny, clean, and ready to wear, whenever, wherever.

Easy At-Home Cleaning

You can clean your jewelry at home with no special tools or stress required. Here’s how we recommend doing it:

• Mix a small drop of dish soap with warm water and let your piece soak for a few minutes.
• Use a soft toothbrush to gently brush away any buildup.
• Rinse under warm water and pat dry with a soft cloth (microfiber works best).
• Let it fully air dry before wearing or storing, especially rings and chains.
• If you want extra shine, a polishing cloth or gentle cleaning solution made for your metal can help. Just make sure it’s safe for your piece.

A Few Things To Keep in Mind

Jewelry’s tough but not invincible. Here are a few easy habits that help it stay beautiful, longer:

• Take it off before sleeping, swimming, working out, or doing chores. Sleeping or moving around too much can bend delicate parts or cause scratches. Chlorine and sweat can dull metals and damage stones.
• Keep it away from chlorine and strong chemicals. Harsh substances can cause metals to discolor or gemstones to lose clarity. If it somehow gets exposed, rinse it with clean water.
• Wear your jewelry after applying lotions, perfumes or sunscreen. Let those settle in first. These products leave residue that builds up over time and can dull the shine.
• Store pieces separately in soft pouches or lined boxes to avoid scratches and tangles.
• Don’t leave your jewelry in direct sunlight or humid places. Cool and dry is best to prevent tarnishing.

Jewelry Care FAQs

How often should I clean my jewelry?

If you wear it often, about twice a year is a great rhythm. Once a year at the very least. You can do a gentle clean at home, but an occasional visit to a jeweler for a professional check-up and deeper clean is worth it.

How should I store my jewelry?

Keep it in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, humidity, or anything that might cause damage. Soft pouches or lined boxes are perfect. Storing pieces separately also helps avoid scratches and tangles.

What’s the difference between cleaning and polishing?

Cleaning removes daily build-up like oils and dirt, and you can easily do it at home. For a deeper clean, jewelers use ultrasonic cleaning, which gently loosens grime without harming your piece. Polishing takes it a step further, using a special wheel to smooth out tiny scratches and restore shine. Both professional cleaning and polishing are best left to the jewelry experts.

Do I need to polish it too?

Pieces that have shiny, polished finish might need polishing once a year to stay bright. Matte or textured ones are a bit more low-maintenance. If your piece is plated, though, polishing can wear it down, and it might need to be plated again, so it’s best to let a jeweler handle that part.