Gold doesn't tarnish, but it does collect the traces of everyday life: lotion, perfume, dust and the natural oils of your skin. A little care at home keeps it looking the way it did on the day you bought it.
Store pieces separately
Gold is soft, and pieces rub against each other. Keep each one in its own pouch or a lined compartment, and hang long chains so they don't tangle.
Last on, first off
Put jewellery on after perfume and cosmetics, and take it off before swimming, cleaning or exercise. Chlorine in particular can weaken solder joints over time.
A gentle clean
Soak plain gold for a few minutes in warm water with a drop of mild soap, brush gently with a soft brush and pat dry. For stone-set pieces, skip the soak and bring them to us. Cleaning and polishing are complimentary, for life.
