Care Guide
Simple habits that keep every piece looking its best — from gold and silver to precious gemstones, pearls, and fashion accessories.
Daily habits
The essentials that protect every piece
Most jewellery damage is entirely preventable. A few consistent habits go further than any cleaning routine.
Last on, first off
Put jewellery on after applying perfume, lotion, and hairspray. Remove it before washing, swimming, or exercising.
Keep it dry
Water — especially chlorinated or salt water — corrodes metals and loosens settings over time.
Remove when working
Take off rings and bracelets before manual tasks, sport, or heavy lifting to avoid bending, scratching, or impact damage.
Check your settings
Gently wiggle stones every few weeks. Loose settings let gems fall out — catching it early prevents loss.
What to avoid
Common mistakes that cause permanent damage
✓ Do
- Use mild soap and warm water
- Dry pieces fully before storing
- Use a soft toothbrush on settings
- Store each piece individually
- See a jeweller for repairs
✕ Avoid
- Bleach, acetone, or harsh chemicals
- Ultrasonic cleaners on pearls or opals
- Storing pieces in a pile
- Wearing jewellery in pools or hot tubs
- DIY repairs on settings or clasps
Storage
How you store it matters as much as how you clean it
Humidity, light, and contact between pieces are the hidden causes of tarnish, scratches, and tangled chains.
Separate everything
Store each piece in its own pouch, compartment, or zip bag. Metals scratch each other, and chains tangle when thrown together.
Control humidity
Keep jewellery away from bathrooms. A silica gel packet in your jewellery box absorbs moisture and significantly slows tarnish.
Avoid direct sunlight
UV light fades coloured gemstones and dries out organic materials like pearls and coral. A drawer or lined box is ideal.
Hang necklaces
A small hook inside a box prevents chains from tangling and kinking. For fine chains, thread through a drinking straw before storing flat.
Professional care
When to visit a jeweller
Some care can't be done at home — and trying can make things worse. A professional can re-plate white gold, re-tip worn prongs, restring pearl necklaces, and ultrasonically clean pieces that are suitable for it.