How to Maintain Artificial Jewellery Cleaning, Polishing & More
                     How to Maintain Artificial 
Jewellery: Cleaning, 
Polishing & More!
Artificial jewellery is the act of expressing style while saving money. It 
allows us to showcase the latest designs, express our style, and 
experiment with  different  styles  and  designs  without  enormous 
 expense. Unfortunately, like real jewellery, due diligence is required to 
maintain its shine and beauty over an extended period.
Artificial jewellery should be treated not much differently than real items. 
If we don’t do what is required to take care of our jewellery, it will 
inevitably tarnish, lose colour, or lack lustre and shine. But don't worry 
it’s not overwhelming to keep your jewellery looking fresh, as long as 
you have the right tips and a little extra care. In this blog, I am 
going to demonstrate some basic and effective tips on cleaning, 
polishing, and storing jewellery, so that you can enjoy your jewellery for 
years!
Why Does Artificial Jewellery Tarnish?
These are metals such as brass, copper, or alloys that are topped off with 
a thin layer of gold or silver in lieu of real gold or silver. These materials 
oxidize, go detrimentally with moisture, and can lose their lustre through 
the application of cosmetics perfumes and lotions. Hence, it is important 
to take ample care of artificial jewellery. Therefore these pieces are prone 
to oxidization, moisture attacks, and the natural wearing that can happen 
from the sweat chemicals, and fragrances we apply to our bodies. So, you 
need to take care of your metallic jewellery.
1. Basic cleaning recommendations
To keep your jewellery sparkling, you should clean it periodically - 
especially after you take it off. If you would like to clean it more deeply,
then take a few drops of liquid soap like dish soap or hand soap, mix it in 
warm water and soak your Artificial jewellery, for 1-2 minutes. Dry with 
a soft towel. You should never use any strong cleaning agents, or use 
alcohol, or acidic cleaning solutions on jewellery. These types of 
products can  damage  the  plating  and  sometimes  damage  the  
stones  or embellishments as well.
2. Buffing without damaging
Baking soda & water paste Combine baking soda with a few drops of 
water to make a paste. Dry buff the dull areas with a soft brush. Rinse 
clean and dry well. Toothpaste trick You can polish lightly tarnished 
areas with white non-gel toothpaste. Use a thin cloth so that you have 
some
movement. You can use this buffing trick mostly for metal parts of the 
piece, and flat or smooth-surfaced parts.
3. Smart Storage Tips
Proper storage is key to preserving the life of your jewellery items:
Keep it dry: Moisture is artificial jewellery's worst enemy. Always store 
pieces in a cool, dry place.
Keep things separate: Store each piece separately in soft pouches, 
ziplock bags, or compartments. This avoids scratching and tangling. Sun 
exposure
can fade colour and damage finishes.
4. Things to Avoid
To keep your artificial jewellery in good hands, always remember: 
Take off your jewellery before bathing, swimming, or exercising. 
Avoid contact with perfume, hairspray, lotion, and deodorant.
Don't sleep in your jewellery! You risk breaking it or bending it.
Don't store your pieces when wet always dry your pieces 
thoroughly first.
Final Thoughts
A fantastic choice is for style without expense, but like all beautiful 
things, it requires a little upkeep! With simple practices consisting  
of mild cleaning, safe polishing, and proper storage, you can 
preserve your favourite pieces looking new and sparkly!
Just keep adding beautiful pieces to your collection saddled with the 
knowledge to take care of them!