How to care for your jewellery

Taking care of your costume jewellery : essential tips for preserving its sparkle

Costume jewellery adds a touch of elegance and style to our outfits, whether it’s large floral necklaces, slender pendants, oversized rings, vintage brooches or elegant earrings. However, to preserve their beauty and sparkle over the long term, it’s important to look after them properly. In this article, we’ll give you some practical advice on how to care for and preserve your favourite costume jewellery.

– Avoid contact with water

Water can be harmful to costume jewellery, as it can lead to oxidation or discolouration of the metals, as well as damage to the pearls if any are present. It is therefore recommended that you remove your handcrafted jewellery before bathing, showering or doing any household chores involving water. If your original jewellery has been in contact with water, dry it carefully with a soft cloth before storing.

– Keep them away from chemicals

The chemicals in perfumes, lotions, household cleaning products and even some hair products can alter the appearance of costume jewellery. It’s best to put on your quality costume jewellery after applying cosmetics and remove it before handling chemicals. This way, you can avoid undesirable chemical reactions and potential damage.

– Store them properly

To avoid tangles, scratches and damage, it’s important to store your jewellery separately in individual compartments or pouches. Designer jewellery boxes with soft linings offer excellent protection against scratches and help to preserve their sparkle. Also be careful not to mix metal jewellery with pearl or stone jewellery, as this can lead to scratches or damage.

– Gently clean them

When your costume jewellery needs cleaning, use a soft, dry cloth to remove dirt and residue. Avoid using aggressive cleaning products that could damage the materials, such as bleaches or solvents. If necessary, you can gently wipe the jewellery with a slightly damp cloth, making sure to dry it thoroughly afterwards.

– Handle with care

Costume jewellery is often more delicate than precious jewellery, as it can be made from lighter, more fragile materials. When handling your women’s fashion jewellery, avoid pulling, twisting or bending it, as this can lead to breakage or deformation. When you remove them, do so with care to avoid snagging or breaking fragile components.

– Protect it from the sun’s rays

Costume jewellery can be sensitive to direct sunlight, which can alter its colour and sparkle. To avoid this, it is best to store your jewellery in a cool, dark place when it is not being worn. You can also store them in opaque jewellery pouches or boxes for extra protection against UV rays.

– Repair them

Having your jewellery repaired preserves its sentimental value, saves you money, preserves its integrity and aesthetics, solves functional problems, prevents further damage and enhances the value of your craftsmanship. Whether it’s high value jewellery or simply pieces you treasure, repairing is an important step in extending the life of your jewellery and continuing to enjoy it to the full.

In conclusion, taking care of your jewellery, taking into account various aspects such as precautions for use, materials, repair and maintenance, is essential to prolonging its life and preserving its beauty.

Whether it’s costume jewellery or works of art, it’s important to avoid contact with water, protect it from chemicals, store it properly and clean it gently. What’s more, repairing damaged jewellery preserves its sentimental value, saves money and restores its functionality.

Paying attention to the materials used in costume jewellery made in France is also crucial to avoid allergic reactions, ensure its durability, make it easier to care for, match your style and understand its value.

By lovingly caring for your original quality jewellery and giving it the attention it deserves, you can enjoy its sparkle and beauty for a lifetime, and even pass it on to future generations! Our Paris costume jewellery is timeless, and its quality guarantees a long life. We’re also always on hand if you’d like to make a modification to one of your jewels, or personalise it further. In fact, some of our models can be personalised! You can add a sweet word that we will engrave with love, for a thoughtful gift.

See you soon at Ciléa ! ❤️