Jewellery Care Guide

Keep your pieces sparkling forever

Lab-grown diamonds offer the same dazzling brilliance, clarity, and enduring strength as their mined counterparts. Yet, like any fine jewellery, they are susceptible to accumulating dirt, oils, and grime over time. Regular cleaning is key to maintaining their radiant sparkle and ensuring their lasting beauty for generations to come.

Professional options

While at-home cleaning is sufficient for regular maintenance, consider having your lab-grown diamond jewellery professionally cleaned once a year. A professional clean ensures that even hard-to-reach areas are thoroughly cleaned and that your piece is inspected for potential damage.

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Guide to cleaning your jewellery at home

Prepare a gentle cleaning solution

Fill a bowl with warm water and add a few drops of mild dish soap. Avoid harsh chemicals such as bleach or chlorine, as they damage the metal settings of jewellery.

Soak the jewellery

Submerge your LGD jewellery in the soapy water for about 20 minutes. This will help loosen any dirt or residue that may have accumulated on the stone or setting.

Gently brush the diamond

Using a soft-bristle toothbrush or a jewellery brush, gently scrub the diamond and its setting. Pay attention to hard-to-reach areas where debris might gather.

Rinse thoroughly

Rinse the jewellery under lukewarm water to remove any remaining soap. To avoid any mishaps, always use a strainer or plug the drain.

Dry and buff

Pat the jewellery dry with a soft, lint-free cloth. Gently buff the diamond to restore its natural sparkle.

Choosing the right products

Not all cleaning products are suitable for jewellery. Here's how to choose the best ones for your precious pieces:

Mild Cleaners

Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners

Use gentle dish soaps or cleaners specifically designed for jewellery. Avoid household cleaners like window sprays or toothpaste, as they often contain abrasives or chemicals that could harm the diamond and its setting.

Ultrasonic

Skip steam or ultrasonic cleaners

While professional jewellers may use ultrasonic or steam cleaners, these can sometimes loosen diamonds from their settings if not used properly. If you choose to use one at home, ensure it’s safe for diamonds and only use it sparingly.

Jewellery Kit

Invest in a jewellery cleaning kit

Jewellery cleaning kits are available and often come with a special cleaner, a soft brush, and a polishing cloth. These kits are designed for safe and effective cleaning of both diamonds and their settings.

Treat your diamond jewellery with care
While cleaning is essential, preventive care is equally important to minimize dirt build-up
and potential damage. Here’s how you can safeguard your diamond jewellery every day:
Remove jewellery before activities
To prevent damage to both the stone and metal, remove your diamond rings, bracelets, and earrings during activities like gardening, exercising, or anything with rough surfaces.
Handle jewellery with clean hands
Oils and lotions from your skin can transfer to your diamond, dulling its brilliance. Handle your jewellery only with clean, dry hands to avoid transferring dirt and oils.
Use a separate storage space
Store jewellery separately to prevent scratches. Soft-lined compartments or pouches keep diamonds safe. Anti-tarnish strips help protect metal settings from tarnishing.