We all know keeping our jewellery in good condition is vital to maintain and prolonging its finish and fineness, especially when it comes to expensive precious metals like gold.
Here are the top 5 tips to help keep your jewellery as good as new.
1. Avoid direct contact with other chemicals
When applying chemical agents like body lotions and perfume, remove your jewellery before applying them, as they might cause decoloration to your jewellery over time.
Here is a list of chemical agents:
- Cosmetics: Make-up, Body Lotions, Perfume, Moisturisers, Hairspray, Body Soap, Shampoo
- Cleaning Agents: Dish Soap, Detergent, Bleach
2. Remove jewellery when sleeping
To prevent breakage and damage to your items, remove them before heading to bed. Some designs are fragile and can easily break when you toss and turn in your sleep, especially when it comes to precious and soft metals like gold.
No one wants to wake up to a broken chain after a deep slumber.
3. Remove jewellery when performing intensive activities
All jewellery should be removed before performing any intensive activities, as forceful impacts might break or damage your jewellery.
Examples: Swimming, Running, Sports
4. Clean your jewellery
Home remedies:
Make use of polishing cloths to give your jewellery a little buff and shine. (Note: Paper towels or tissues might leave scratches due to the fibers in them)
Seek a professional:
Bring your jewellery in yearly, for a free professional in-store cleaning. We provide specialised free service at any of our outlets.
5. Store your jewellery carefully
Store your jewellery in a box or pouch after cleaning to keep it safe from chemicals or particles in your surroundings.
Those are the top 5 tips we have to care for your precious jewellery. For more information, contact us or head to our outlets so we can assist you.