How to Care for Your JewelleryUpdated an hour ago
Your My Little Necklace jewellery is designed to be worn and enjoyed, but a little care will help keep it looking its best for longer.
✨ Everyday Care
- Avoid perfumes and chemicals: Keep your jewellery away from perfume, lotions, cosmetics and household cleaning products. We recommend putting your jewellery on after applying these products and allowing them to dry.
- Remove it before showering: Regular exposure to water, soap and other products can gradually affect the finish of plated jewellery.
- Take it off before swimming: Chlorine and salt water can be particularly harsh on jewellery, so always remove your pieces before heading into the pool or ocean.
- Avoid wearing it during exercise: Sweat and repeated friction can cause the plating to wear more quickly.
- Store it carefully: When you're not wearing your jewellery, keep it in its original packaging or a soft jewellery pouch. Ideally, store pieces separately to help prevent scratches and tangling.
🧼 How to Clean Your Jewellery
For regular cleaning, gently wipe your jewellery with a clean, soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove fingerprints, oils and everyday residue.
If your piece needs a more thorough clean:
- Use a small amount of lukewarm water and mild soap.
- Gently clean the surface with your fingertips or a very soft cloth. Don't scrub.
- Rinse briefly with clean water.
- Pat the jewellery dry with a soft cloth and allow it to dry completely before storing it.
What Should I Avoid?
To protect the finish of your jewellery, don't use:
- ❌ Abrasive sponges or brushes
- ❌ Toothpaste or cleaning powders
- ❌ Vinegar or lemon juice
- ❌ Bleach or household cleaning products
- ❌ Silver polish or metal cleaners
- ❌ Strong jewellery cleaning solutions unless they're specifically suitable for plated jewellery
Avoid excessive polishing or scrubbing, as this can gradually wear away the plated finish.
✨ What If My Jewellery Has Lost Some of Its Shine?
Start by gently cleaning it with a soft microfibre cloth. Oils, cosmetics and everyday residue can build up on the surface and make jewellery appear dull.
If necessary, use the mild soap and lukewarm water method above. Always dry your jewellery thoroughly afterwards.
If your piece still looks discoloured or you think there may be a problem with the finish, don't use abrasive or acidic cleaning products. Contact us instead and we'll be happy to take a look.
💡 A Little Care Goes a Long Way
Plated jewellery will naturally experience some wear over time, but how quickly this happens depends on how often it's worn and its exposure to water, sweat, cosmetics and chemicals.
Following these simple care tips will help keep your My Little Necklace jewellery looking its best for as long as possible.
If you have any questions about caring for your jewellery, contact us at [email protected].