Remove jewellery before showering, swimming, or exercising. Exposure to water, sweat, and chemicals in pools or hot tubs can cause the gold layer to wear down faster.

Avoid humidity and chemicals. Moisture, especially from hot, steamy environments or harsh chemicals, can degrade the gold finish. Avoid exposing your jewellery to perfumes, lotions, and hair products.

Use a soft, dry cloth. Gently wipe down your jewellery after each wear with a soft, dry cloth (like microfiber or jewellery polishing cloth) to remove oils and residue.

For occasional deep cleaning: Use a mild soap mixed with lukewarm water. Dip a soft, lint-free cloth into the solution, wipe the jewellery gently, then rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry immediately. Avoid soaking the jewellery.

Keep away from sunlight and humidity. Store gold vermeil pieces in a cool, dry place to avoid tarnishing.

Separate from other jewellery. Store each piece in individual pouches or soft-lined jewellery boxes to prevent scratching, as vermeil is softer than solid gold and can scratch if rubbed against harder jewellery.

Use anti-tarnish strips. Adding anti-tarnish strips to your jewellery storage can help absorb moisture and slow down any tarnishing process.

Remove jewellery during physical activities. Activities like cleaning, exercising, and gardening can expose vermeil to abrasive materials, increasing the risk of scratching or wearing down the gold layer.

Be cautious with sharp objects. Vermeil is softer than other metals, so be careful to avoid hitting it against hard surfaces or scratching it with sharp objects.

Periodic re-plating. Over time, the gold layer may wear down, especially if the jewellery is worn frequently. A jeweler can re-plate vermeil pieces, restoring their original look.

Avoid DIY polishing creams. Many jewellery cleaners are too harsh for vermeil and can strip away the gold layer.

Avoid water exposure. Remove your silver jewellery before swimming, bathing, or doing activities that may expose it to moisture. Saltwater and chlorine can cause tarnishing.

Keep away from chemicals. Household cleaners, perfumes, lotions, and hair products can accelerate tarnishing. Apply these products before putting on your jewellery.

Wipe down after each wear. Use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth or microfiber jewellery cloth to gently wipe your jewellery after wearing. This helps remove oils and residue that could cause tarnish.

Deep clean as needed. For a more thorough cleaning, mix a few drops of mild dish soap in warm water. Use a soft toothbrush to gently clean intricate details, then rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry with a soft cloth.

Polish carefully. Occasionally, polish sterling silver with a specialized silver polishing cloth, avoiding circular or back-and-forth motions. Avoid excessive polishing, as it can wear down silver over time.

Use anti-tarnish strips. Store silver pieces with anti-tarnish strips in a cool, dry, dark place. These strips help absorb moisture and sulfur, slowing tarnishing.

Separate jewellery. Store each piece in individual, soft-lined pouches or compartments to avoid scratching.

Avoid open storage. Exposure to air speeds up tarnishing, so keep silver in airtight bags or closed jewellery boxes whenever possible.

Remove during physical activities. Activities like exercising, gardening, and cleaning can expose silver to dirt, abrasives, and impact, increasing the risk of scratches or damage.

Avoid rough handling. Sterling silver is softer than some metals, so handle your pieces with care to avoid bending or warping delicate parts.

Seek professional cleaning for stubborn tarnish. A jeweller can use specialised tools and cleaning solutions to safely restore silver’s shine.

Avoid harsh cleaning solutions at home. Silver dips and abrasive polishing pastes can damage or wear down silver if used improperly. Stick to mild soap and water for home cleaning unless guided by a jeweler.

Avoid pulling or tugging. jewellery chains, especially thin or delicate ones, can easily break if pulled or snagged. Handle with care and avoid letting them dangle loosely from the clasp.

Lay chains flat when not wearing. Chains can twist and tangle easily, so laying them flat when removing them can reduce tangling.

Remove chains before swimming, bathing, or exercising. Exposure to moisture, chlorine, and sweat can lead to tarnishing, especially for silver or plated chains.

Apply lotions and perfumes before putting on chains. Skin products can cause buildup and tarnish, so wait until products are fully absorbed before putting on your chains.

Use individual storage compartments. Store each chain in a separate compartment, pouch, or bag to prevent tangling with other jewellery.

Store hanging or closed to reduce tangling. If possible, store chains hanging from a jewellery tree, or carefully coil and place them in small, sealed bags or compartments.

Use anti-tarnish strips for silver chains. Storing silver chains with anti-tarnish strips will help keep them from tarnishing over time.

Wipe down after each wear. Use a soft, lint-free cloth to remove oils, sweat, and other residues after wearing.

Mild soap and water for periodic cleaning. To deep clean, mix a few drops of mild soap in lukewarm water, dip a soft cloth in the solution, and gently wipe down the chain. Rinse with cool water, pat dry with a soft cloth, and lay flat until fully dry.

Avoid scrubbing or abrasive cleaning tools. Chains can easily get scratched or kinked, so always use soft cloths and gentle cleaning solutions.

Avoid wearing chains during activities that could cause breakage. Remove your chains before activities like sports, gardening, or manual work, as chains can snag and break under pressure.

Do not sleep with chains on. Wearing chains while sleeping can cause twisting, kinking, or breakage.

Re-plating or polishing for tarnished chains. For heavily tarnished or faded chains, a jeweler can professionally clean, polish, or re-plate the chain, restoring its original shine.

Repair for broken or kinked chains. If a chain becomes twisted, kinked, or broken, take it to a jeweler for repair. DIY repairs can damage delicate chain links.

Avoid exposure to chemicals. Lotions, perfumes, hairsprays, and cleaning products can damage semi-precious gemstones by dulling their shine or causing discoloration. Apply these products before putting on your jewellery.

Remove jewellery before swimming or bathing. Chlorine, saltwater, and even tap water can affect certain semi-precious stones, particularly porous ones like turquoise and malachite.

Protect from prolonged sun exposure. Some semi-precious gemstones, like amethyst, rose quartz, and aquamarine, can fade or change color when exposed to direct sunlight for long periods.

Store in a cool, dark place. When not in use, keep semi-precious gemstone jewellery away from heat sources like radiators, as excessive heat can cause cracks, fractures, or fading in certain stones.

Use mild soap and water. For most semi-precious gemstones, clean with a soft cloth dipped in a mix of mild soap and lukewarm water. Avoid soaking stones, especially porous ones like lapis lazuli and turquoise. Rinse with cool water and dry immediately with a lint-free cloth.

Avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaners. Many semi-precious gemstones are porous or heat-sensitive, so ultrasonic or steam cleaning can damage them. For instance, stones like amber and opal are highly sensitive to these methods.

Research specific cleaning needs. Certain stones may have unique cleaning requirements. For example, emeralds are often treated with oils that can be stripped by harsh cleaning. If in doubt, consult a jeweler.

Use mild soap and water. For most semi-precious gemstones, clean with a soft cloth dipped in a mix of mild soap and lukewarm water. Avoid soaking stones, especially porous ones like lapis lazuli and turquoise. Rinse with cool water and dry immediately with a lint-free cloth.

Avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaners. Many semi-precious gemstones are porous or heat-sensitive, so ultrasonic or steam cleaning can damage them. For instance, stones like amber and opal are highly sensitive to these methods.

Research specific cleaning needs. Certain stones may have unique cleaning requirements. For example, emeralds are often treated with oils that can be stripped by harsh cleaning. If in doubt, consult a jeweler.

Remove jewellery during physical activities. Activities like exercising, cleaning, and gardening can expose stones to impact or abrasives, leading to chips or scratches. Softer semi-precious stones like fluorite and moonstone are especially vulnerable to physical damage.

Avoid sudden temperature changes. Thermal shock can crack or damage some semi-precious stones. Avoid taking jewellery from extreme cold to hot environments too quickly.

Check settings periodically. Prongs and clasps can loosen over time, increasing the risk of losing a stone. Inspect your jewellery regularly, and if any stones seem loose, bring it to a jeweler for repair.

Seek professional repairs and re-polishing. For valuable or sentimental pieces, consider taking them to a jeweler for professional cleaning and polishing. This is especially useful for stones that are prone to scratches or dullness, like opal or fluorite.