Wearing Jewellery

Before wearing any jewellery, check if they are in perfect condition, without any damages and scratches. Apply your make-up, hair spray and perfume before your jewellery - the chemicals in them will damage the finish of the metal and the stones. In other words, put the jewellery on last. Jewellery should not be worn while doing any hard chores, especially if they are stone studded. They get scratched easily and may eventually loose their original shine. Jewels should not come in contact with water for a prolonged period because they may get tarnished soon. Remove your jewelry before bathing. After removing make sure to inspect your jewels for loose parts, chipped stones, or any other damages and bring it to a professional jeweler for immediate repair.

Storing Your Jewellery

When not wearing jewellery store it in soft cloth pouches, soft cloth wraps and plastic zip lock bags. Chains should lie flat to avoid kinks. Gold is strong but can still be scratched. So avoid placing pieces atop each other in a jewellery box or drawer. Store your ornaments in a dry place. Avoid extreme temperatures. Always store jewellery in separate pouches or wraps. Don't cram them into your jewellery box. Overcrowding could mean misplaced gems or lost jewellery if a small piece falls unnoticed from the case. You could even inadvertently bend a fragile piece or chip a delicate stone. Don’t leave earrings, gold chains or pendants on the rim of a sink or edge of a bathtub, they can easily slip down the drain. Don’t leave coloured gems, pearls or Swarovski crystals exposed to sunlight for extended periods as they will fade. Before storing your jewelry after any use, gently wipe them clean of sweat or grease using a soft cloth.