How to Care for Your Jewelry
Expert guidance to clean, store, and protect fine jewelry that lasts a lifetime.
Preserve Your Jewelry’s Brilliance
Jewelry is more than adornment; it’s a reflection of love, craft, and legacy. At Saint Stone, we believe every ring, necklace, earring, and bracelet deserves thoughtful care. This guide shares trusted methods to maintain your fine jewelry from cleaning and storage to professional inspections so your pieces continue to shine beautifully for years to come.
Caring for Rings & Engagement Jewelry
Rings are exposed to lotions, soaps, and daily wear, which can dull metals and loosen stones. Remove them before applying creams, washing hands, or doing household tasks. Store rings in individual soft pouches or lined compartments to avoid scratches, and schedule professional inspections to ensure prongs and stones remain secure , especially for engagement rings, halos, and pavé designs. To refresh sparkle at home, soak your diamond ring in mild, soapy water, brush gently with a soft toothbrush, and dry with a lint-free cloth.
Necklace & Pendant Care Tips
Chains and clasps are delicate and easily tangled. Always fasten clasps before dressing and unhook them before removing garments to avoid snags. If layering, pair only lightweight necklaces to prevent strain on finer links. Store necklaces flat or hanging in a jewelry box, and keep gemstone pendants away from perfumes or sprays that can dull their brilliance.
How to Maintain Earrings
Earrings frame the face beautifully but need gentle care. After each wear, wipe them with a soft cloth to remove oils and residue. Store pairs in padded compartments so posts don’t bend, and check settings regularly to ensure gemstones remain secure. For hinged hoops or latch-back styles, open and close them carefully to preserve their mechanisms.
Bracelet and Chain Jewelry Care
Bracelets and chains move constantly with your gestures, which puts strain on clasps and links. Remove them before sleeping, exercising, or strenuous activity. Handle clasps gently instead of pulling from the chain itself. When not in use, store bracelets flat or gently curved in a soft pouch, separate from other pieces. Professional inspections can help catch subtle signs of wear before a clasp or link fails.
Caring for Diamonds, Gemstones, and Settings
The brilliance of your jewelry depends not only on the stone but on the strength of its setting. Even fine prongs and bezels can loosen over time. Schedule periodic inspections to keep them secure. Between visits, clean gemstones gently with a soft cloth and avoid harsh chemicals, chlorine, or saltwater. Protect stones from contact with cosmetics, perfumes, and sprays, which can dull their natural sparkle.
How to Store Fine Jewelry Properly
Storage is key to preserving your collection. Keep jewelry in a cool, dry environment, never in humid bathrooms or near extreme temperatures. Use Saint Stone pouches, boxes, or lined organizers, and separate each piece to avoid scratches or tangling. After wear, a quick polish with a jewelry cloth restores shine and removes residue.
Experience Saint Stone Craftsmanship
Fine jewelry deserves thoughtful care, but it’s also an opportunity to create something uniquely yours. Bring your vision to life with a custom-designed Saint Stone piece, crafted to reflect your style and story.