How to Maintain Jewelry of Different Materials?

Maintenance of Precious Metal Jewelry (Gold, Platinum, K Gold)

Gold Jewelry: Keep Away from Chemicals and Conduct Professional Maintenance Regularly

1. Avoid contact with strong chemicals such as chlorine, bleach and hair dye. Be sure to take off gold jewelry when swimming, dyeing or perming hair, otherwise it may cause surface oxidation and tarnish of the gold jewelry;
2. Avoid the stimulation of extreme temperature differences. Take it off in time when taking a sauna or hot spring to prevent the metal from conducting heat too fast and scalding the skin, and avoid slight deformation of the gold jewelry caused by high temperature;
3. For daily cleaning, soak the gold jewelry in diluted neutral detergent (such as mild hand sanitizer) for 5 minutes every 1 to 2 weeks, gently brush the gaps with a soft-bristled brush, rinse with clean water, and then dry with a fine soft flannel. Do not scratch the surface with a hard-bristled brush;
4. It is recommended to do a simple self-cleaning every month and send the jewelry to a regular store for professional maintenance every three months. If the luster is severely tarnished and cannot be restored by yourself, seek professional cleaning and polishing in a timely manner.

Platinum Jewelry: Store Independently to Prevent Impact and Displacement

1. Store platinum jewelry in a jewelry box with a soft pad or suede inside, and place each piece independently to avoid friction scratches caused by mixing with other jewelry and reduce metal displacement due to impact;
2. Gently clean it with diluted neutral detergent every 1 to 2 weeks, rinse with clean water and dry to maintain the cold and bright luster of platinum;
3. Send it to a store for professional maintenance every three months. If there are scratches or slight damage on the surface, consult a professional repair plan in a timely manner to prevent the expansion of small damages.

K Gold Jewelry: Avoid Chemical Contact and Clean in a Timely Manner Daily

1. Keep away from kitchen cleaners, perfume, hairspray, skin care products, etc. Wear K gold jewelry only after the beauty and personal care products are completely volatilized to prevent chemical components from adhering and corroding;
2. Avoid wearing K gold jewelry when swimming or going to the sea. Chlorine in swimming pool water and salt in sea water will have a chemical reaction with the alloy, causing the jewelry to lose its luster;
3. After wearing, gently wipe the surface with warm water diluted with neutral detergent to quickly remove sweat, dust and grease, store it after air drying, and send it to a store for professional maintenance every three months to maintain the shiny texture.

Maintenance of Gemstone Jewelry (Diamond, Colored Gemstones, Pearl, Jadeite, Hetian Jade)

Diamond Jewelry: Prevent Oxidation and Loosening, and Remove Oil Regularly

1. Take off diamond jewelry when swimming or doing housework to avoid oxidation of the metal setting by chlorine or sea water, and keep away from chemicals such as bleach at the same time;
2. Store it independently in a jewelry box to prevent friction with other jewelry and scratches on the metal setting or other jewelry;
3. It is recommended to clean frequently worn diamond jewelry once a week. Before cleaning, carefully check whether the diamond is loose, then soak it in diluted neutral detergent, gently brush the surface with a soft-bristled brush, rinse with clean water, and absorb the water with flannel (do not wipe hard);
4. Send it to a store for professional maintenance every three months. If the diamond is found loose or the prong setting is deformed, repair and reinforce it in a timely manner to avoid diamond falling off.

Colored Gemstone Jewelry: Avoid Impact and Strong Acid, and Clean Gently

1. Avoid wearing colored gemstone jewelry when exercising, making up or cooking to prevent the gemstones from breaking due to external impact, and keep away from acidic substances in sweat and cosmetics to prevent surface corrosion;
2. Store them independently, preferably wrapped in a flannel bag and then placed in a jewelry box to reduce wear and scratches between gemstones;
3. Soak and clean gently in diluted neutral detergent for 5 minutes every 1 to 2 weeks, rinse with clean water, wipe gently with a soft cloth and air dry naturally;
4. Do not clean with an ultrasonic cleaner, strong soap solution, chlorine-containing bleach or hot water, and do not scratch the gemstone surface and inlaid gaps with a hard-bristled brush. Send to a store for professional maintenance every three months.

Pearl Jewelry: Avoid Water, Oil and Sun Exposure, and Care Gently

1. Keep away from all chemicals such as perfume, soap, hairspray and bleach, and avoid contact between acidic and alkaline substances and the pearl surface to prevent pore blockage;
2. Do not wear pearls when cooking (to prevent steam and oil fume from penetrating into the pores) or taking a bath (to avoid damage to the pearl luster by high temperature hot water). At the same time, avoid direct sunlight and overly dry environments to prevent pearls from losing water and turning yellow;
3. Store it independently in a jewelry box. Pearl necklaces cannot be stored hanging (to prevent the silk thread from stretching and deforming). Wipe with a soft flannel instead of rough paper towels;
4. Do not clean pearl necklaces directly with water to avoid water penetrating into the pearl holes and causing mold and breakage of the internal silk thread. Send to a store for professional maintenance every three months, which can restring and clean the pearl necklaces.

Jadeite Jewelry: Avoid High Temperature and Impact, and Clean with Clear Water

1. Take it off when cooking or close to open fire to prevent jadeite from losing water and drying due to high temperature and losing its moist luster;
2. Store it independently to avoid collision with other hard jewelry, which may cause cracks and chips on the jadeite;
3. For daily cleaning, only rinse the surface dust with clear water and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use chemical cleaners such as alcohol, and do not clean with an ultrasonic cleaner to prevent damage to the jadeite structure;
4. If oil stains adhere to the jadeite surface, gently wipe with a damp soft cloth and store after air drying.

Hetian Jade Jewelry: Avoid Hard Objects and Chemicals, and Nurture with Daily Wear

1. Take it off when doing housework, exercising or handling items to avoid collision and friction with hard objects, which may cause scratches on the jade surface. At the same time, keep away from chemicals such as perfume and disinfectant to prevent corrosion of the jade texture;
2. When not wearing, put it in a soft jewelry bag or a jewelry box with a soft pad to prevent scratches and damage;
3. After wearing for a period of time, gently clean the surface dust and oil with a soft-bristled brush in clear water, rinse and dry with a soft cloth, and avoid using any chemical cleaners;
4. The best way to maintain Hetian jade is to wear it close to the body frequently. The oil and sweat of the human body can keep the jade texture moist and glossy, forming a warm patina. It is also recommended to send it to a store for inspection and maintenance regularly.

General Maintenance Guidelines for Jewelry

1. Wearing Taboos: Try to take off all jewelry when exercising, doing housework, swimming, dyeing/perming hair, taking a sauna or cooking to avoid problems such as external impact, chemical corrosion and high temperature stimulation;
2. Daily Inspection and Maintenance: Frequently check the luster, surface wear and inlay looseness (prong setting, bezel setting) of the jewelry. If any problem is found, send it for repair in a timely manner to prevent small damages from expanding into irreparable ones;
3. Storage Norms: All jewelry shall be stored independently in a jewelry box with a soft pad and flannel lining to prevent mutual friction and collision between jewelry, scratching the surface or causing inlay falling off;
4. Cleaning Notes: When cleaning jewelry by yourself, be sure to block the sink drain or use a basin to hold the jewelry during cleaning to prevent it from slipping and being lost; use diluted neutral detergent for cleaning first, and resolutely avoid acid and alkali cleaners;
5. Frequency of Professional Maintenance: It is recommended to send all kinds of jewelry to a regular store for professional maintenance every three months. Conduct in-depth cleaning, check inlays and repair minor wear through professional means to extend the service life of jewelry from the source.

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