A Care Guide for Artificial Jewellery

Most tarnishing comes from moisture, perfume, deodorant, hair spray and natural skin oils — not from the alloy itself. Make jewellery the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off.

• Apply perfume, lotion and hair products and let them dry fully before wearing.
• Take pieces off before showering, swimming, exercising or sleeping.
• Wipe each piece with a soft, dry cloth after wear to remove skin oils.

Air, humidity and friction with other jewellery accelerate dulling of the plating. Store pieces individually in a dry place.

• Use the original pouch or a small zip-lock bag with the air pressed out.
• Add a silica-gel sachet to your jewellery drawer to absorb humidity.
• Keep pieces apart so stones, polki and meenakari work do not scratch each other.

Artificial and gold-plated jewellery does not like harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners or polishing cloths meant for solid gold or silver. Keep it simple.

• Wipe with a clean, dry cotton or microfibre cloth after each wear.
• For light grime, use a barely damp cloth, then dry immediately and thoroughly. Never soak plated jewellery.
• Use a soft baby toothbrush to gently dust between stones — never scrub the metal.
• Avoid toothpaste, baking soda, vinegar, bleach, and silver/gold polishing solutions — they strip the plating.

Kundan and polki are set with lac (a natural resin), which softens with heat and water. Treat these pieces with extra care.

• Keep them away from direct sunlight, hot water and steam.
• Do not soak or rinse — only a soft, dry cloth.
• Store flat in a padded box so stones stay seated.

Gold-plated and artificial jewellery is meant to be enjoyed daily. Gentle, consistent care keeps the shine for years — and when a piece eventually wears, we are happy to advise on re-plating options.