Essential Tips For Looking After Your Jewellery

Caring for your jewellery can extend the life of your pieces, preserving shine and protecting its strength. This guide offers practical tips to help you maintain your jewellery's beauty and durability.

Storing Your Jewellery

How you store your jewellery can affect its condition. Avoid tossing pieces loosely into a drawer or jewellery box where they can scratch or tangle.

• Store pieces in individual pouches to separate items.

• Keep pieces away from direct sunlight and humidity, which can tarnish metals and dull gemstones.

• Store silver jewellery in anti-tarnish bags or cloths to slow oxidation.

• For delicate chains, hang them to prevent knots.

  
  

Cleaning Your Jewellery

Dirt, oils, and sweat can build up on jewellery, dulling its shine. Cleaning your pieces can restore their sparkle.

• Use a soft toothbrush and mild soap with warm water for most metals and stones.

• Avoid harsh chemicals like bleach or ammonia, which can damage finishes.

• Dry pieces thoroughly with a soft cloth to prevent moisture damage.

Wear with Care

Wild Thyme Jewellery pieces are handcrafted to be worn and enjoyed. Yet, everyday activities can cause wear, tear and tarnishing. Taking simple precautions helps to avoid damage.

• Limit wearing jewellery whilst washing hands and cleaning as harsh conditions can cause discolouration and damage.

• Remove rings, necklaces and bracelets before exercising.

• Avoid wearing jewellery in pools or hot tubs, as chlorine can weaken metals.

• Put on jewellery after applying lotions, perfumes, or hairspray to prevent residue buildup.

Storing your jewellery well, cleaning your pieces and wearing your them with care will contribute to enhancing the lifespan and beauty of your jewellery!