Jewelry cleaning guide to prolong jewelry life
For diamonds and precious metals:
Beginner’s scrub
Dissolve one tablespoon of mild dish soap into a glass of warm water and let your jewelry go for a little swim. Scrub gently with a soft cloth or an old soft-bristle toothbrush before rinsing with clean water.
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Zen clean
Add 3 drops of lemon essential oil to a half cup of witch hazel or vinegar. Let your jewelry sit for 5 minutes, and wipe with a soft polishing cloth if necessary. Rinse with clean water.
For plated pieces
When treating plated pieces, gentleness is key. Do not scrub or use a polishing cloth as this will damage the coating. Rub the surface gently with a soft jewelry cloth.
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For raw brass and sterling silver jewelry polish finish
Make a paste using half a lemon and a teaspoon of baking soda. Rub the paste in your jewelry in one direction with a cotton cloth. Wipe off and rinse.