How to take care of your jewelry
Jewelry is often an investment and for many people has a lot of sentimental value. They are one of the most intimate and beloved accessories. To enjoy your silver jewelry for a long time, follow My Wear's advice on proper wearing, storage and cleaning.
Wearing
1. Keep your silver jewelry away from moisture, showers, pools and hot tubs. Constant exposure to humid weather or water can contribute to oxidation and tarnishing of your jewelry. So after getting wet, make sure they are completely dry.
2 . The presence of sulfur and amino acids, which are contained in human sweat, can cause a change in the color of jewelry. If you exercise regularly or engage in sweat-inducing activities, it's best to remove jewelry beforehand. If you use fitness equipment or play contact sports, your jewelry is also at increased risk of getting scratched or damaged.
3 . Keep your jewelry away from chemicals such as those found in body lotions and some perfumes. Put on your jewelry after applying lotion and perfume. For generations, women have put their jewelry last, and for good reason. Lotions, make-up, hair spray and perfumes will accelerate the tarnishing and tarnishing of silver and may reduce the luster of crystals.
4 . Remove silver jewelry during housework. Substances with added sulfur such as household cleaners can cause corrosion.
Storage
2. It is recommended that silver be kept away from direct light, as well as very hot or cold rooms. Keep the jewelry away from direct heat sources, such as radiators and ovens, as this can lead to discoloration of the stones and severe weathering of the jewelry.
Cleaning
When cleaning sterling silver, remember that it is a soft metal and can easily be scratched by a fingernail or piece of cloth if more pressure is applied to its surface.
One of the best methods for cleaning silver is to use a special
silver cleaner, but if you don't have one, there are other ways.
1 . Soap and water
This is the most recommended method due to the gentleness of the soap and water. To remove dirt, add a small amount of mild liquid soap to half a cup of warm water, soak for 2-3 minutes, rinse thoroughly with clean water and dry completely.
2 . Cleaning towels
To maintain the original condition of your silver jewelry, polish it regularly using a special silver cleaning cloth. You can use a non-abrasive microfiber cloth or a 100% cotton cloth. Use an up and down motion to clean the jewelry and avoid circular motions as it can actually make stains or dirt worse. Be sure to use different parts of the fabric to avoid spreading stains. Avoid polishing jewelry pieces that have been intentionally oxidized during manufacture. Please do not use paper towels or toilet paper to clean or dry your jewelry.
Remember , it's easier to prevent tarnishing and tarnishing,
rather than removing it after it happens. If you see your jewelry starting to change color, be sure to clean it right away. Following these steps will help keep your sterling silver looking like new for years to come!