Craftsmanship and Maintenance

Jewelry should be kept dry, avoid wearing it when swimming, bathing, or doing sports. Avoid exposing your jewelry to extreme temperatures or sudden fluctuations in temperature. The temperature should be within 0 to 60℃. If your jewelry is not used frequently, keep it stored in the provided dust bag. Good storage boxes are lined with tarnish-proof fabric and have a separate space for each piece. If your climate is humid, place a small packet of desiccant crystals inside your storage area. Avoid storing jewelry with rubber products. Always remove your jewelry when applying colognes, perfumes, or other chemical products.

Chlorine, especially at elevated temperatures, can permanently damage or discolor your gold jewelry. Gently clean your gold or vermeil jewelry with a soft polishing cloth. Be sure not to over-polish jewelry, especially vermeil, because it can damage the finish.

In general, mild soap, warm water, and a soft toothbrush are all you need to keep your gemstone jewelry looking its best.

The best way to clean diamond Jewelry, no matter what your jewelry’s metal type, is to make a solution with warm water (almost hot) and dishwashing soap. Soak your jewelry for about 20 to 40 minutes, very gently brush the stone with a very soft toothbrush, and then rinse under warm running water. Rinse thoroughly, and if needed, repeat. Be sure to take your time—intense brushing can loosen or damage diamonds.

Remember that residue can make your ring look and feel dirty. Remove your ring before cooking or applying thick lotions. Oils can get stuck in your setting and discolor your ring—especially if your ring is made of white gold or K gold.

While it’s OK to use dish soap and even body wash to clean your rings, avoid products that include moisturizers. Those ingredients tend to leave a film, which is exactly what you’re trying to remove.

When you’re drying your jewelry, avoid paper towels—they can scratch the metal. Instead, use soft cotton, or microfiber cloth or let it air dry. Doe Boy’s polishing cloth is also gentle enough for drying your jewelry.

Never use any household cleaners such as bleach, chlorine, and acetone. These harsh chemicals can break down some of the base metals in your ring.

Never use any kind of abrasive products such as toothpaste, baking soda, or any powdered cleaners, which can easily scratch metals, particularly gold.

Beware of using ultrasonic jewelry cleaners at home. While they do make jewelry sparkle, the machine works by sending vibrations through the water—a movement that can cause stones to become loose or even fall out into the machine.

The best advice is to do it regularly. Not only will regular maintenance keep your jewelry sparkling, but it will also shorten the cleaning process in the long run. To keep your jewelry looking best, try to clean it once every two weeks. That’s enough to keep everyday grime at bay and sparkle at its max. 

Hand sanitizer is in high demand these days—but what impact does it have on your jewelry? First, know that health is always more important than any piece of jewelry. The most important thing is always to be safe! Generally speaking, hand sanitizer is safe for all hard stones and precious metals such as silver, platinum, titanium, and other plated rings. If the ring contains soft stones like pearls or opals, the alcohol in the hand sanitizer could damage them or dull their shine. If your rings do contain soft stones, we recommend removing your rings before applying hand sanitizer. In summary, if you want your jewelry to have a better luster and can be worn for a long time, please pay attention to the following points:

1. Avoid Wearing When Bathing or Swimming
2. Avoid Heavy Sweat
3. Avoid Chemicals
4. Separate Storage