How to protect your jewelry？

Caring For Plated Silver

Never use any chemicals on your rhodium items. Never use toothpaste (toothpaste is for teeth !). Never brush with a toothbrush. Don't use polishing cloths that are intended for use on uncoated silver, or for gold jewelry. Don't place in an ultrasonic cleaner. Never use abrasives of any kind. Never use silver dips. Never use ammonia based products. If you have an antique or heirloom, don't clean it without consulting an expert on your item. Wash makeup off with warm water before you rub it off (some makeup can contain oxides or sparkles that might cause rub marks on your jewelry). 

Caring For Diamonds

Hand lotions, hair styling products and everyday grime all leave enough of a film on your diamond ring to keep it from looking its best. And if you wait too long between cleanings, those materials can accumulate into a thick layer of gunk on the back of your diamond, blocking light and making the diamond appear dull and lifeless.

Diamonds are the hardest substance known, but that doesn't mean we can bring them back to life with any old cleanser. Coatings and other materials used to enhance diamonds can sometimes be removed by harsh chemicals or vigorous scrubbing, so take care when it's time to make your diamond jewelry sparkle. 

Soak your diamonds in a warm solution of mild liquid detergent and water. Ivory dishwashing liquid is a good choice, but any other mild detergent is fine. Using a soft brush, if necessary, to remove dirt. Soft is the key -- don't use a brush with bristles that are stiff enough to scratch the ring's metal setting. Swish the diamond piece around in the solution, and then rinse it thoroughly in warm water. Close the drain first, or put the piece in a strainer to keep from losing it! Dry the diamond with a lint-free cloth. If the diamond and setting needs extra help, use a dental Water Pik to flush away small bits of grime. You can also use a wooden toothpick to very carefully push dirt away from the diamond and setting.

Caring For Cubic Zirconia

Polish with a cloth. Use a cotton or flannel cloth to wipe your jewelry clean. A special jewelry polishing cloth would be perfect. Using straight, back and forth strokes, polish your jewelry and remove any surface dirt and dust. Do not rub in circular motions; that can scratch the surface of your jewelry. Then use a cleaning solution to remove grime and dirt. Just like a diamond, a cubic zirconia can be cleaned with warm water and mild soap. Use a soft, cosmetic applicator to reach crevices. However, if you wish, you can use a trusted jewelry cleaner to remove any dirt and dust from your zirconium. Steam your CZ jewelry. Using a tea kettle, or any other method that produces steam, hold your jewelry directly over the steam stream. You should wear gloves and use tongs or needle-nose pliers to avoid burns. Once steamed, use your polishing cloth to dry your jewelry. 

Clean your jewelry with an ultrasonic cleaner. These units are inexpensive and nice to have if you own a lot of CZ jewelry. Store your jewelry in an airtight, sealable plastic bag. If this is not possible, store your jewelry in a lined jewelry box, away from the outside air. 

Caring For Gold Plating

Keep gold-plated jewelry away from hard surfaces. Bumps and scratches will cause the gold layer to wear away faster. Store your gold-plated jewelry in a velvet lined jewelry box, or wrap it in a soft material that will prevent scratches. Lightly wipe your gold-plated jewelry with a damp cotton cloth. This will help to eliminate any dirt or dust from accumulating on the surface and wearing away the gold layer. Use a non-abrasive jewelry polishing cloth and gently rub the gold-plated jewelry to restore shine. Take the gold-plated jewelry to a local jeweler where they can replace the gold layer. This may be necessary if the gold-plating has already started to wear off. Check with your local jeweler to see what they charge for this service.

The article comes from China Chang’an stainless steel jewelry manufacturer - A2A, the website is www.stainlesssteelacc.com.