How to Clean and Care for Your Jewelry at Home Like a Pro

Jewelry adds sparkle to your look, but it also needs regular cleaning to stay radiant. Dirt, skin oils, and environmental pollutants can dull even the finest diamonds. Thankfully, maintaining your jewelry at home is easy with the right approach.

1. Cleaning Fine Jewelry (Gold, Platinum, Diamonds)

Mix a solution of warm water and mild dish soap, soak your jewelry for 15–20 minutes, and gently brush it with a soft-bristle toothbrush. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a microfiber cloth.
Pro Tip: Avoid using toothpaste or baking soda on soft stones—they're abrasive and can scratch surfaces.

2. Caring for Silver Jewelry

Silver tarnishes over time. Use a silver polish cloth or a paste made of baking soda and water. Rub gently and rinse. Store silver in anti-tarnish pouches or lined boxes.

3. Cleaning Gemstones

Different stones require different care:

Emeralds: Wipe gently with a cloth—avoid soaking.

Opals and Pearls: These are porous and delicate. Use only a damp cloth.

Sapphires and Rubies: Generally safe to clean like diamonds.

4. Ultrasonic Cleaners: Yes or No?

Ultrasonic machines are great for diamonds and hard stones but can damage pearls, opals, or glued-in stones. Always check if your piece is safe before using.

5. Storage & Maintenance

Keep pieces separated to avoid scratches.

Remove jewelry before swimming, showering, or applying lotion.

Have prongs and settings checked annually by a jeweler to prevent stone loss.

Regular care not only preserves your jewelry’s beauty but also ensures it remains a valuable part of your collection for generations.