Jewellery holds a special place in our hearts, often carrying sentimental value or serving as a fashion statement. Regardless of its significance, it's crucial to care for your jewellery properly to ensure its longevity. Together, let's explore some essential tips and tricks to keep your beloved pieces in pristine condition.
Quality Materials: At Stoän, we pride ourselves on using high-quality materials to craft our jewellery. Caring for them appropriately will ensure they last a lifetime. However, since all stones used are semi-precious, it's crucial to exercise caution to preserve stone settings and prevent scuffing or warping.
Storage: To avoid any damage, store your jewellery in the bag provided. This simple step will protect it from scratches and dust, ensuring its brilliance remains intact. Additionally, keep your pieces away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent any potential damage.
Removing During Daily Activities: It's vital to remove your jewellery during specific activities to prevent unnecessary wear and tear. Showering, Handwashing, and Cleaning: Avoid wearing your jewellery while engaging in these activities. Water and chemicals present in soaps, cleaning products, or harsh substances can damage the stones and metals. Plus, it's easier to misplace or lose an item when distracted by daily routines.
Sleeping: Remove your jewellery before going to bed to prevent tangling, breaking, or inadvertently damaging the pieces while you sleep. A little precaution can go a long way in preserving your cherished items.
Exercising: When working out, be sure to remove your jewellery. Delicate pieces can get caught in equipment, risking damage or loss. Additionally, sweat can affect the brilliance of your jewellery, so it's best to keep them separate during your exercise routine.
Swimming: While the allure of wearing jewellery while swimming is understandable, it's best to remove it beforehand. Exposure to saltwater, chlorine, and extreme heat can be harmful, affecting both the shine and structural integrity of your pieces.
Regular cleaning and maintenance can keep your jewellery looking as good as new. Here's a simple yet effective routine:
Silver Cleaning Cloth: Gently polish your jewellery with a silver cleaning cloth to remove any dirt or tarnish. This method works well for both fashion and fine jewellery, bringing back their sparkle without causing any damage.
Last On, First Off: Adhering to the rule of last on, first off is the simplest way to care for your jewellery. By putting on your pieces as the finishing touch before leaving home and removing them first upon returning, you can avoid unwanted damage to your jewellery.
Avoid snagging and tangling your jewellery while getting dressed or undressed by putting it on last. This way, you won't have to struggle with clasps or risk any unfortunate accidents.
Certain substances, such as perfumes and cosmetics, can discolor metals. By removing your jewellery before applying these products, you'll protect its shine and prevent any unpleasant reactions.
Caring for our jewellery ensures its longevity and allows us to enjoy it for years to come. Remember, treat your jewellery as a precious possession, and it will reward you with everlasting grace and allure.
