Jewelry Care Guide

Care Guide for Your Costume Jewelry

Your costume jewelry is a precious accessory, designed to enhance your style, but it requires regular care to preserve its shine. By following our tips, you can extend the life of your rings, bracelets, necklaces, and other costume pieces.

1. General Tips for All Costume Jewelry

• Avoid contact with chemicals : Beauty products (perfumes, creams, lotions) and household cleaners can tarnish the materials and weaken the structure of costume jewelry. Apply your care products before putting on your jewelry and wait until it is completely dry.
• Store them properly : Store your costume jewelry in fabric pouches or individual boxes, away from moisture and direct light. This helps prevent scratches and tarnishing.
• Clean them regularly : A soft cloth is ideal for removing dust and fingerprints. Do not rub them forcefully, as the surface materials can be delicate.

2. Specific Maintenance for Each Type of Costume Jewelry

Costume Rings

• Avoid wearing them during manual activities : Fashion rings can easily become deformed or scratched during DIY activities, gardening, or even sports.
• Avoid shock and pressure : Fashion rings are often made of materials that are more fragile than precious metals. Handle them with care to avoid impact.
• Gentle cleaning : Use a dry cloth to gently wipe visible areas without applying too much pressure. Avoid using harsh chemicals to avoid damaging the material.

Costume Bracelets

• Handle with care : Fashion bracelets can wear out quickly if worn with other rigid or metallic jewelry. Wear them alone or with compatible pieces.
• Remove them to sleep : Movement during sleep can deform them or damage the fasteners.
• Avoid friction : Wear fashion bracelets carefully to avoid rubbing against other rough surfaces that could alter their appearance.

Costume Necklaces

• Handle chains carefully : Costume necklaces can easily break under too much tension. Take the time to detach them carefully.
• Avoid wearing them continuously : Remove your necklaces before sleeping, swimming or exercising to reduce the risk of weakening the chains.
• Gentle cleaning : Wipe with a soft cloth without rubbing the fasteners or clasps. It is recommended not to use liquid cleaning products.

3. The Impact of Water on Costume Jewelry

Water can cause irreparable damage to fashion jewelry, affecting both its appearance and durability. Here's how water can damage your jewelry and what precautions to take.

1. Oxidation and Tarnishing : Water, especially tap water (with its minerals) and salt water, can cause rapid tarnishing. This results in a loss of shine and an aged appearance.
2. Weakening of fasteners : Water, especially chlorinated water (such as that in swimming pools), can weaken the clasps and fasteners of costume jewelry, increasing the risk of breakage.
3. Residue buildup : Tap water often contains limescale, which can leave dull deposits on the surface of jewelry, altering its finish.
4. Effects on Fancy Stones : Some stones or decorative elements are made of glass or plastic and may crack, discolor, or lose their luster after repeated exposure to water.

Tips to avoid water damage:

• Remove jewelry before contact with water : Whether washing your hands, taking a shower, swimming, or doing the dishes, avoid exposing your costume jewelry to water.
• Wipe them after accidental exposure : If a piece of jewelry gets wet, wipe it immediately with a soft, dry cloth to limit wear.
• Avoid humid environments : The bathroom, for example, is a place where humidity is high. Store your costume jewelry in a dry, well-ventilated area.

4. 1 Year Warranty

All our fashion jewelry is covered by a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase, covering manufacturing defects only. Here are a few points to clarify the limits of this warranty:

• The warranty does not cover damage due to misuse : This includes shocks, deformation due to excessive pressure, or scratches caused by friction.
• It excludes damage caused by chemicals or water exposure : Any deterioration related to water or chemicals is considered normal wear and tear and is not covered.
• Unauthorized repairs : Any intervention by a third party or modification of the structure of the jewelry voids the warranty.

5. Additional Tips

• Have an annual check-up : For jewelry you wear often, it may be helpful to have it examined by a professional jeweler to check clasps and other sensitive parts.
• Insurance for high-value pieces : For expensive costume jewelry, specific insurance may be considered to cover damages that are not covered by the warranty.

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By following these tips, your costume jewelry will retain its shine for longer. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or need specific care.