18K Gold Jewelry Care Guide
18K gold is beautiful, durable, and made for everyday elegance. With proper care, your pieces will maintain their shine for years to come.
18K Gold
Daily Care
- Remove jewelry before showering, swimming, or exercising
- Avoid contact with perfumes, lotions, and hairspray
- Put jewelry on last when getting ready
- Wipe gently with a soft cloth after wearing
Cleaning Your 18K Gold Jewelry
To clean at home:
- Mix warm water with a few drops of mild dish soap
- Soak your jewelry for 10–15 minutes
- Gently brush with a soft toothbrush
- Rinse thoroughly with clean water
- Pat dry with a soft, lint-free cloth
Avoid harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or polishing agents.
Storage Tips
- Store pieces separately to prevent scratching
- Keep in a soft pouch or lined jewelry box
- Avoid humid environments
Extra Care for Gemstones & Pearls
If your 18K gold jewelry includes pearls or natural gemstones:
- Avoid prolonged soaking
- Wipe pearls with a soft damp cloth only
- Store pearls separately from other jewelry
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver 925 Jewelry Care Guide
Sterling Silver 925 embodies timeless sophistication and everyday versatility. With mindful care, its luminous finish will remain polished and beautiful for years to come.
Daily Care
- Sterling silver naturally oxidizes (darkens a bit) over time this is normal and cosmetic.
- Avoid perfumes, lotions, hairspray, and cosmetics contacting your jewelry directly apply those first, then put on your jewelry.
- Remove your jewelry before swimming, showering, working out, or using chemicals/cleaners, as moisture and chemicals speed tarnishing.
Cleaning Your Sterling Silver Jewelry
To clean at home:
- Use a soft polishing cloth made for silver or a microfiber cloth to buff pieces gently.
- Mix a few drops of mild dish soap in lukewarm water.
- Gently rub with a soft cloth and rinse thoroughly. Dry completely with a lint-free cloth.
Storage Tips
- Store jewelry in a dry, cool place because humidity accelerates darkening.
- Place pieces in individual pouches or airtight bags to limit air exposure.
- Anti-tarnish strips/silica gel packets in your storage box help absorb moisture.
- Avoid storing in bathrooms or humid areas.
Extra Tips
- If your silver has gemstones, don’t soak them, clean metal around stones with a soft cloth only.
- Wearing your jewelry often can actually help prevent tarnish, as natural skin oils gently polish the metal, just clean periodically.
- If a piece becomes very tarnished or you’re unsure how to safely clean it, consider taking it to a jeweler for professional cleaning.
