The fact that most jewelry is timeless and can fit into any era, you want to take good care of the pieces that you own so that they last for a long time. Proper care, cleaning, and storage is the way to do this. The following tips will help to keep your favorite pieces around for years of wear.
CARE
- Always apply makeup, lotion, perfume, hairspray, etc. before you put jewelry on.
- When removing jewelry, get in the habit of wiping it with a soft cloth to remove any oils or perspiration from your skin.
- Avoid wearing your nicest jewelry when doing any type of physical work like housekeeping or gardening. Wear gloves to protect your rings from dirt and scratches.
- Do not expose jewelry to household cleaners.
- Do not expose jewelry to chlorine in swimming pools and hot tubs.
CLEANING
- A very soft brush (like a makeup brush), water, and mild dish soap (no detergents) are simple yet excellent tools for keeping your jewelry clean.
- Only clean your jewelry in an area where it will not fall. Avoid the edge of a sink, because you could lose pieces down the drain.
- Rinse jewelry in a glass of water rather than running water, and remove by hand, do not dump it out.
- Ultrasonic cleaners can be purchased, but find out the specific cleaning requirements for each piece of jewelry before using one of these on it. Some gems can be shaken loose or damaged.
- If you are unsure of the type of care a particular piece of jewelry requires, have it professionally cleaned by a jeweler.
STORAGE
- Each piece should be stored individually to avoid scratches.
- A fabric lined box works wonderfully for storage.
- Light and heat can affect the color and durability of colored gemstones. Keep all jewelry in a dry place away from direct light.
- When traveling, do not throw all of your jewelry into one bag. Pieces can scratch each other. If you do not have a fabric case for travel, wrap each piece individually in tissue paper.
All of these tips are fairly simple to follow for your special occasion jewelry, but the pieces that you wear on a daily basis may occasionally have to face the elements. Remember to keep your daily lifestyle, routine, and activities in mind when choosing jewelry for everyday wear.
Our Lake of the Ozarks gift shop is always receiving new shipments of the most stunning pieces of jewelry. We carry brand names that you already love like Kameleon, Brighton, Mariana, and Lafonn. You will also find many names on our shelves that may be new to you, but you will quickly fall in love with. Stop by Good & Perfect Gifts soon and see what we have in store this week. You are sure to find many gorgeous jewelry pieces, perfect for any occasion, that you will want to wear for many years to come.
A popular destination gift shop near the
Lake of the Ozarks
1603 Business Hwy 54,
Eldon, Missouri 65026
573-392-7900
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