Protecting Your Jewellery

When to Remove Jewellery:

• Take off your jewellery during physical activities like exercise, gardening, or household chores that involve chemicals.
• Remove your jewellery before swimming as chlorine and saltwater can damage both gold and silver.

Be Mindful of Cosmetics:

• Always put on your jewellery after applying makeup, perfume, and lotions. Chemicals in these products may tarnish or discolor your jewellery.

Safekeeping

Jewellery Box or Pouch:

• When not wearing your jewellery, place it in a soft-lined box or pouch.

Separate Storage:

• Store different types of jewellery separately to avoid scratches or tangling.

Cleaning Solid Gold Jewellery

DIY Cleaning Solutions:

• A mixture of mild soap and lukewarm water can effectively clean gold jewellery. Use a soft toothbrush to gently scrub the piece.

Professional Cleaning:

• Take your gold jewellery to a professional once a year for a deep cleaning and inspection.

Cleaning Solid Silver Jewellery

Preventing and Removing Tarnish:

• Use a silver-cleaning cloth to regularly wipe off minor tarnish.
• For heavy tarnish, consider using specialised silver cleaner but read the instructions carefully.

Routine Checks:

• Periodically inspect your jewellery for loose stones, damaged clasps, or signs of wear. Take these pieces to a professional for repair.

Proper Storage

Jewellery Box:

• Opt for a jewellery box with separate compartments to keep your pieces apart and avoid scratching.

Anti-Tarnish Strips:

• For silver items, consider using anti-tarnish strips in the storage box to prevent tarnishing over time.

Travel Tips

Travel Jewellery Case:

• Use a travel jewellery case with separate compartments when traveling to protect your pieces from damage.

Secure Packing:

• Always ensure that your jewellery is securely packed to avoid any damage during transport.