Care & longevity
Jewelry Care
Simple, practical care habits that keep your fine jewellery looking its best — for years and across generations.
The golden rules
- Put jewellery on last — after makeup, perfume, and hair products — and take it off first.
- Remove pieces before swimming, exercising, or sleeping to reduce mechanical stress and chemical exposure.
- Store each piece separately in a soft-lined box or zip pouch to prevent scratching.
- Avoid exposing jewellery to household chemicals including bleach, acetone, and chlorinated water.
- Schedule a professional cleaning and inspection once a year to catch loose settings early.
Cleaning gold jewellery at home
Mix a few drops of mild dish soap with warm (not hot) water in a bowl. Soak the piece for 10–15 minutes to loosen oils and residue.
Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently clean around settings and engravings. Rinse thoroughly under warm running water and pat dry with a lint-free cloth. Allow to air-dry completely before storing.
Do not use toothpaste — it is mildly abrasive and can scratch even gold. Avoid baking soda or acidic cleaners.
Caring for diamonds
Diamonds attract oils from your skin and daily products. A gentle soap soak (as above) removes most buildup. You can also use a dedicated jewellery cleaning solution.
Diamonds are the hardest natural material but are not indestructible — a sharp blow to the edge (girdle) can chip the stone. Avoid impact with hard surfaces.
Ultrasonic cleaners are effective for diamonds set in gold but should not be used on fracture-filled or treated diamonds, or on pieces with pavé-set stones that might loosen.
Coloured gemstones
Softer stones like emerald (Mohs 7.5–8), opal (5.5–6.5), and pearl (2.5–4.5) require more care than diamond. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners for these — a soft damp cloth is usually sufficient.
Ruby and sapphire (corundum, Mohs 9) are durable and can withstand gentle soapy cleaning. Still avoid steam cleaning if the stone is fracture-filled.
Pearls are organic and sensitive to acids, perfume, and sweat. Wipe pearls with a clean, dry cloth after every wear. Store flat rather than hanging to prevent silk cord stretching.
White gold & rhodium plating
White gold is alloyed with palladium or nickel and typically rhodium-plated for brightness. Rhodium plating wears off over time — this is normal, not a defect. Replating every 1–2 years restores the bright white finish.
Avoid abrasive polishing cloths on white gold — they can accelerate plate wear. A gentle jewellery cloth is fine.
Rose gold care
Rose gold (copper-rich alloy) develops a subtle patina over time that many wearers love. To preserve the original tone, limit exposure to perfume and acidic foods.
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Avoid harsh polishing that removes the warm surface tone.
Bangle & bracelet care
Bangles are prone to impact dings — avoid wearing a full stack while carrying heavy bags. Rotate bangles off your wrist before typing for long periods to reduce edge wear.
Hinged bracelets should be checked annually for hinge alignment and clasp spring tension.
Travel & storage tips
- Use a travel jewellery case with individual compartments or rolls — not a loose pouch where pieces rub together.
- Carry fine jewellery in your cabin bag rather than checked luggage.
- In humid climates, add a silica gel sachet to your jewellery storage box to reduce moisture.
- Wrap pieces in anti-tarnish tissue for long-term storage.
Professional servicing
An annual inspection by our craftspersons checks prong integrity, clasp function, and surface condition. We offer re-polishing and rhodium re-plating as paid services. Contact concierge or visit a flagship store to schedule.
Never attempt to bend prongs, resize, or solder at home — always work with a qualified jeweller to protect the piece and your warranty coverage.