Jewelry Care 101: How to Keep Every Material Shining

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Gold and Gold-Plated

Warm water, mild soap, soft cloth. Plated pieces must avoid polishing cloths with abrasives that strip the layer.

Silver tarnishes from air exposure. Airtight storage with anti-tarnish strips plus regular wear (skin oils polish it) keeps it bright.

Nearly maintenance-free. Soap and water handle everything; safe for swimming and workouts.

Last on, first off. Perfume and hairspray destroy nacre. Wipe with a soft damp cloth after each wear, never soak.

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How do you clean jewelry at home?

Warm water with mild dish soap and a soft cloth works for gold, silver and steel. Pearls should only be wiped with a damp cloth, never soaked.

How do you stop silver jewelry from tarnishing?

Store silver airtight with anti-tarnish strips and wear it regularly — skin contact naturally polishes silver.