Jewellery Care

JEWELLERY CARE

What you need to know

At Mystique Jewellers, we understand the significance of your treasured jewelry pieces, and we are committed to helping you preserve their beauty and longevity. Here are some essential jewelry care tips to ensure your cherished pieces continue to shine bright

GENERAL TIPS FOR ALL JEWELLERY TYPES

Remove jewellery before entering any aquatic environment, while conducting cleaning tasks or while doing exercise
Thoroughly dry your jewellery with a clean, dry and soft cloth once it has been exposed to water.
Makeup, Perfume and hairspray can damage your jewellery. Make sure that your accessories are the last to be put on.
Make sure that your jewellery is the first thing to come off before getting undressed.
Gently wipe your jewellery clean to remove skin oils and makeup.
To avoid scratching your gold jewellery you should keep it stored in a separate compartment within your jewellery box.

DIAMONDS

Delicate fashion pieces should not be worn every day.
Diamond pieces should be professionally cleaned once a year.
Regularly check rings to ensure claws or settings are not damaged.
If there is damage, avoid wearing the item until checked by a jeweller.
Prepare a small bowl of warm water with a mild detergent. Brush pieces gently with a soft toothbrush and rinse under warm running water then pat dry with a soft cloth.
Alternatively you may purchase jewellery cleaner from your local Mystique Jewellers which comes with its own easy to follow instructions or better yet take your precious jewellery to your local jeweller for a professional clean.

PEARLS

Pearls are porous and must be kept separately from other jewellery wrapped in a soft cloth or pouch.
Do not store pearls in an airtight container as they need moisture.
Ensure your pearls do not touch perfumes or lotions as it may deteriorate the surface of the pearl.
Ideally, pearls should be restrung every two years to ensure that the pearls are secure.
Gently wipe the pearls with a warm, damp cloth to remove body oils or dirt (which may harm the colours) before putting them away.
Wash pearls periodically with mild soap (NOT detergent) and a soft cloth. When finished washing the pearls, rinse them in clean water and wrap them in a thin, damp cotton towel to dry. If the pearls are especially dirty, wipe the pearl with acetone polish remover. Acetone will not hurt pearls. DO NOT use jewellery cleaners with ammonia or vinegar in them.

WATCHES

Regardless of water resistance remove all watches before showering and store in a dry place. The steam in the shower or bathroom can cause irreparable damage.
Do not wear watch while performing physical activity, unless they are sports watches designed to withstand the motion.
Store separately so that it is not scratched by other jewellery.
Wipe with a jewellery cloth after every use to remove damaging makeup and skin oils.
Never use abrasive chemicals, such as alcohol to clean your watch.
Watch should not be worn in bed. Especially, where there is a magnetic underlay in use.

WHITE GOLD

White gold jewellery is plated and is susceptible to wear over time.
Avoid wearing white gold jewellery while performing household tasks.
White gold should be professionally cleaned, polished and re-plated annually to ensure longevity and shine.
Alternatively, purchase a quality jewellery cleaning solution and cloth from your jeweller and clean your jewellery frequently.

JEWELLERY CARE

GENERAL TIPS FOR ALL JEWELLERY TYPES

Remove jewellery before entering any aquatic environment, while conducting cleaning tasks or while doing exercise

Thoroughly dry your jewellery with a clean, dry and soft cloth once it has been exposed to water.

Makeup, Perfume and hairspray can damage your jewellery. Make sure that your accessories are the last to be put on.

Make sure that your jewellery is the first thing to come off before getting undressed.

Gently wipe your jewellery clean to remove skin oils and makeup.

To avoid scratching your gold jewellery you should keep it stored in a separate compartment within your jewellery box.

DIAMONDS

Delicate fashion pieces should not be worn every day.

Diamond pieces should be professionally cleaned once a year.

Regularly check rings to ensure claws or settings are not damaged.

If there is damage, avoid wearing the item until checked by a jeweller.

Prepare a small bowl of warm water with a mild detergent. Brush pieces gently with a soft toothbrush and rinse under warm running water then pat dry with a soft cloth.

Alternatively you may purchase jewellery cleaner from your local Mystique Jewellers which comes with its own easy to follow instructions or better yet take your precious jewellery to your local jeweller for a professional clean.

PEARLS

Pearls are porous and must be kept separately from other jewellery wrapped in a soft cloth or pouch.

Do not store pearls in an airtight container as they need moisture.

Ensure your pearls do not touch perfumes or lotions as it may deteriorate the surface of the pearl.

Ideally, pearls should be restrung every two years to ensure that the pearls are secure.

Gently wipe the pearls with a warm, damp cloth to remove body oils or dirt (which may harm the colours) before putting them away.

WATCHES

Regardless of water resistance remove all watches before showering and store in a dry place. The steam in the shower or bathroom can cause irreparable damage.

Do not wear watch while performing physical activity, unless they are sports watches designed to withstand the motion.

Store separately so that it is not scratched by other jewellery.

Wipe with a jewellery cloth after every use to remove damaging makeup and skin oils.

Never use abrasive chemicals, such as alcohol to clean your watch.

Watch should not be worn in bed. Especially, where there is a magnetic underlay in use.

WHITE GOLD

White gold jewellery is plated and is susceptible to wear over time.

Avoid wearing white gold jewellery while performing household tasks.

White gold should be professionally cleaned, polished and re-plated annually to ensure longevity and shine.

Alternatively, purchase a quality jewellery cleaning solution and cloth from your jeweller and clean your jewellery frequently.