Your jewellery tells a story — of love, milestones, and memories. Whether it’s your engagement ring, a family heirloom, or a favourite everyday piece, keeping it sparkling and safe is essential. With the right care, your jewellery can stay just as beautiful as the day you received it.
Here’s how to properly clean and care for your jewellery at home without causing damage.
💧 1. Clean Gently — Less Is More
When it comes to cleaning jewellery, the simpler, the better.
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Use warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft toothbrush. Soak your jewellery for a few minutes, gently scrub with the brush, rinse, and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.
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Avoid harsh chemicals, toothpaste, or baking soda — these can scratch metal and damage delicate gemstones.
Tip: Clean your jewellery over a bowl, not the sink! You don’t want a diamond ring disappearing down the drain.
✨ 2. Know What’s Safe to Clean at Home
Not all jewellery can handle at-home cleaning.
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Safe to clean: Gold, platinum, diamonds, sapphires, and rubies.
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Handle with care: Pearls, opals, emeralds, turquoise, and any jewellery with glued settings. These stones are porous and can be easily damaged by moisture or chemicals.
If you’re unsure, it’s best to bring your piece to a professional jeweller for inspection and cleaning.
🧴 3. Store Jewellery Properly
How you store your jewellery matters just as much as how you clean it.
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Keep pieces separated in a soft-lined jewellery box or individual pouches to prevent scratching.
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Store silver in anti-tarnish bags or cloths to keep it from dulling.
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Avoid leaving jewellery in humid areas like the bathroom, where moisture can speed up tarnishing and damage.
🧼 4. Remove Jewellery During Daily Activities
Even though it’s tempting to keep your favourite pieces on all the time, it’s better to remove them when:
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Washing dishes or cleaning (chemicals can corrode metal).
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Showering or swimming (chlorine and salt can cause damage).
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Exercising or gardening (sweat and impact can loosen stones).
These simple habits help prevent unnecessary wear and tear — and extend the life of your jewellery.
💍 5. Schedule Regular Professional Checkups
Even with perfect home care, jewellery needs professional attention every once in a while. A jeweller can:
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Check for loose stones or weakened prongs
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Professionally clean and polish pieces
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Re-rhodium plate white gold to restore its brightness
We recommend having your jewellery professionally inspected at least once a year — or more often for frequently worn pieces like engagement rings.
🌿 6. Bonus Tip: Keep a “Last On, First Off” Routine
Make jewellery the last thing you put on when getting ready — after lotions, perfumes, and hairspray — and the first thing you take off at the end of the day. This small habit keeps buildup away and preserves the brilliance of your stones.
💖 Final Thoughts
Jewellery care doesn’t have to be complicated — just consistent. A few minutes of gentle cleaning and mindful handling can keep your treasures shining for generations to come.
If your pieces ever need a deeper clean or inspection, our in-house experts are happy to help. Bring your jewellery in anytime for a professional cleaning or care consultation — we’ll make sure every sparkle tells your story beautifully.