Jewellery Care
To avoid scratching always store each jewellery piece separately. To reduce tarnishing, store in a non humid environment (you can always add anti-tarnish strips in each pouch, or add silica gel packets to the jewellery boxes).
Avoid contact with water, harsh chemicals, deodorant, hair sprays, perfume and etc. Ensure you wear your silver jewellery as the last item of your outfit.
Regularly use a silver polishing cloth to clean your jewellery.
To remove tarnish from your silver jewellery without the use of harsh chemicals, use the following method (this is not suitable for oxidized jewellery, or for jewellery that has gemstones, diamonds or pearls):
- Line a small bowl with a sheet of aluminium foil; shiny side up.
- Add boiling water; 1 tablespoon of baking soda (soda bicarbonate) and 1 tablespoon of salt to the bowl.
- Put the jewellery in the bowl and ensure the jewellery is totally covered by the water and leave to soak for 15 minutes.
- Rinse the jewellery under tap water.
- Gently dry the jewellery with a lint-free flannel, microfibre, or other soft non-abrasive cloth and use silver polishing cloth to bring back its original shine.
The best way to avoid your jewellery from tarnishing is to wear it frequently, the natural oils in your skin will “clean” your silver jewellery and keep it nice and shiny.
