Jewelry Care
Jewelry Care Guide
How to clean, store and protect your fine jewelry — so every piece keeps its brilliance for a lifetime.
Caring for Your Jewelry
Fine jewelry is designed to last a lifetime — but its beauty and integrity depend on how it's worn, stored and maintained. Daily habits, environmental exposure and improper storage can gradually dull brilliance. A little care keeps every piece as radiant as the day you brought it home.
Avoiding Damage
- Remove jewelry before physical activity, cleaning or swimming.
- Avoid wearing while applying lotions, perfume or hairspray.
- Put jewelry on last when getting ready, and take it off first.
Effects of Chemicals
- Chlorine can damage gold alloys over time.
- Household cleaners may erode fine finishes.
- Perfumes and cosmetics can leave residue on stones.
Cleaning Diamonds
- Soak in warm water with a little mild soap.
- Gently brush with a soft toothbrush.
- Rinse and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.
Gold & Silver
- Wipe gently with a soft microfibre cloth.
- Use warm, soapy water for a deeper clean.
- Dry completely to prevent tarnish.
Lab-Grown Diamonds
- Clean regularly to prevent buildup.
- Inspect prongs and settings periodically.
- Store separately to avoid scratching.
Gemstones
- Use only warm water and mild soap.
- Never soak porous or treated stones.
- When unsure, consult a professional.
Proper Storage
- Store pieces separately in soft-lined compartments.
- Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Use anti-tarnish strips for silver pieces.
Essential Care Tools
- Soft microfibre polishing cloth.
- Soft-bristle brush for gentle cleaning.
- Anti-tarnish storage strips.
- Check for loose stones — gently feel for any movement or rattling.
- Inspect the setting — look for bent, worn or misaligned prongs.
- Professional care — have frequently-worn pieces checked and cleaned periodically.
- Deep clean — professional cleaning restores brilliance home methods can't reach.
- Toothpaste or baking soda — too abrasive for fine jewelry and gemstones.
- Wearing while swimming or exercising — exposes pieces to chemicals and impact.
- Storing pieces together — harder stones scratch softer ones.
- Ignoring loose stones — a small wobble today can mean a lost stone tomorrow.
How often should I clean my jewelry?
A gentle clean every couple of weeks keeps everyday pieces sparkling, with a professional clean periodically.
What's the safest way to clean a diamond ring at home?
Warm water, a little mild soap and a soft brush — then rinse and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.
Can I wear my jewelry in the shower or swimming?
It's best not to — soaps, chlorine and impact can dull and damage fine jewelry over time.
Are ultrasonic cleaners safe?
They're fine for many diamonds but can harm softer or treated gemstones — check before using one.
Is professional cleaning really necessary?
Yes — it restores brilliance, checks settings and helps catch problems early, protecting your investment.