Jewelry Care
- Store your jewelry properly. Never keep your costume jewelry loose in a drawer as it is prone to breakage and damage this way. The best way to store it is in separate pouches so that your jewelry will not get rubbed together. The necklaces can also be hung vertically on hooks to avoid knots in its chain. A Jewelry armoire is a perfect way to treasure your fashion jewelry.
- Put your jewelry on after you put your clothes on and before your take your clothes off. Note: Changing clothes while wearing your jewelry may cause damage to your jewelry. For example, removing a t-shirt may cause an accidental pull of your pendant and the chain may break off. Not only are the chances high for damage on your jewelry, but also your clothes are equally prone to damage. Therefore, change your clothes and then find your matching jewelry.
- Remove the jewely before going to bed and store in a box, on a rack or its own pouch. Note: If you left it on while you slept it may cause excessive damage including breakage and tarnishing.
- Keep your jewelry dry and clean is the key
- Chemical products like oil, perfume or any type of cream should not come in contact with your jewelry. So put these products on 1st and dry yourself before you put on your jewelry.
- Even water is quite harmful for your jewelry so make sure to remove your jewelry before you wash your hands or apply perfume.
- Don't Wash Dishes or do Laundry with Your Jewelry on. While doing your daily chores such as dishwashing or laundry take off your jewels. There are many harsh chemicals that can come into contact with your favorite bracelet or bangles which will affect their striking finish or may even cause discoloration. Protect your jewels by not wearing them during chore time.
- Do not Wear Jewelry In Pool or at the Spa. Take off your jewelry whenever going to the beach, spas or pool. Both chlorine water and sea water can react with the metals of your jewelry and change the color of your favorite jewels. Sadly, if you are off to play some water sports or lazy about a floatie in the pool, leave your jewelry at home or bring a pouch with you to protect them when you take them off.
- Don't Use Jewelry Cleaner.
- Don't Put on Lotion or Perfume with your Jewelry on, it is to be applied 1st before putting jewelry on. Note: As perfumes are not 100% natural, it can damage your fashion jewelry when comes in contact with it. Similarly, lotion can contain some chemicals that can potentially damage your favorite jewelry. Make sure to put on your perfume and lotion first, let it dry and then put the final touches of your jewelry on.
- Do not exercise with jewelry. When you are doing active activities such as, exercising or working outside, you should avoid wearing your costume jewelry. The excessive sweat may cause a chemical reaction between your skin and the jewelry which may tarnish the jewelry and may irritate some individuals skin types. The best solution is to store your jewelry in a pouch if you are not home or in your normal storage box if you are home.