SaraStones

Gemstone Care

Simple care helps preserve the natural beauty, character and finish of your SaraStones jewelry and gemstones.

Keep Your Stones Beautiful

Natural gemstones are beautiful, but they are not all the same. Different stones can have different levels of hardness, porosity and sensitivity to heat, chemicals, moisture and light. With a little care, you can help keep your jewelry looking beautiful for years to come.

Handle With Care

Treat natural stones gently and avoid unnecessary impact, scratching or pressure.

Keep Dry

Remove jewelry before swimming, bathing or activities involving prolonged exposure to water.

Protect From Chemicals

Perfume, cosmetics, cleaning products and chemicals can affect stones and jewelry finishes.

Everyday Care

Simple Habits Make a Difference

Follow these simple guidelines to help protect your gemstones and jewelry during everyday use.

Remove Before Water Activities

We recommend removing gemstone jewelry before swimming, bathing, showering or using a hot tub.

Prolonged exposure to water, chlorine, salt water and other substances can affect certain stones, metals and jewelry finishes.

Avoid Perfume & Cosmetics

Apply perfume, hairspray, lotions and cosmetics before putting on your jewelry.

Allow products to dry before wearing your jewelry to reduce direct contact with stones and metal.

Protect From Impact

Gemstones can be scratched, chipped or damaged by strong impacts, even when they appear durable.

  • Remove jewelry during sports.
  • Avoid heavy physical work while wearing it.
  • Do not drop or strike gemstones against hard surfaces.

Be Careful With Heat & Sunlight

Some gemstones may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to strong sunlight or significant heat.

Avoid leaving gemstone jewelry on windowsills, inside hot vehicles or in other areas exposed to extreme heat for extended periods.

How to Clean Your Gemstone Jewelry

For most gemstone jewelry, gentle cleaning is the safest approach. Unless a product’s specific care instructions say otherwise, avoid aggressive cleaning methods.

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Use a Soft Cloth Gently wipe the jewelry with a clean, soft and lint-free cloth.
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Keep Chemicals Away Avoid bleach, chlorine, household cleaners and abrasive products.
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Dry Thoroughly Make sure jewelry is completely dry before storing it.
Avoid

Things That Can Damage Your Jewelry

A few common products and activities can shorten the life of gemstones and jewelry finishes.

Keep Away From

  • Chlorine and swimming pools
  • Salt water and prolonged water exposure
  • Bleach and household cleaning chemicals
  • Perfume and strong cosmetic products
  • Hairspray and similar sprays
  • Abrasive cleaners or polishing compounds

Remove Before

  • Swimming or bathing
  • Exercise and sports
  • Household cleaning
  • Heavy physical work
  • Sleeping, especially with delicate pieces
  • Activities where jewelry may be knocked or scratched

Special Care for Plated Jewelry

Some SaraStones jewelry may feature gold plating, silver plating or another surface finish.

Plated finishes naturally wear over time through everyday contact, friction and exposure to moisture, sweat, cosmetics and chemicals.

To help preserve the finish, keep plated jewelry dry, avoid chemicals and perfumes, remove it before exercising or swimming, and store it separately when not being worn.

The lifespan of a plated finish varies depending on how frequently the piece is worn and how it is cared for.

When Not Wearing

Store Your Jewelry Carefully

Proper storage helps reduce scratches, tangling, moisture exposure and unnecessary wear.

Keep It Dry

Store jewelry in a dry environment away from bathrooms and areas with high humidity.

Store Separately

Keep pieces separated when possible to reduce scratching and tangling between jewelry items.

Use a Soft Pouch

A soft jewelry pouch or lined jewelry box can help protect your pieces between wears.

Remember: Every Natural Stone Is Different

Natural gemstones are formed through different geological processes and can have different physical properties.

Some stones are harder and more resistant to everyday wear, while others may be softer, more porous or more sensitive to water, heat, chemicals or prolonged light.

Because of these differences, the safest approach is always gentle handling and avoiding unnecessary exposure to water, chemicals, heat and impact.

If you are unsure about the appropriate care for a particular gemstone, please contact us before using cleaning products or specialized cleaning methods.

Questions

Gemstone Care FAQ

Can I wear my gemstone jewelry in the shower?
We recommend removing gemstone jewelry before showering or bathing. Water, soap, shampoo and prolonged moisture may affect certain gemstones, metals or jewelry finishes.
Can I swim while wearing my jewelry?
We recommend removing jewelry before swimming. Chlorine, salt water and prolonged exposure to water can affect some gemstones and metal finishes.
Can I use jewelry cleaner on my gemstones?
Not necessarily. Different gemstones have different care requirements, and some commercial jewelry cleaners may be too strong for certain stones or finishes. A soft, dry cloth is generally the safest starting point unless specific care instructions recommend another method.
Will gold plating last forever?
No. Plated finishes naturally wear over time. The rate of wear depends on factors such as frequency of use, skin contact, moisture, cosmetics, chemicals and how the jewelry is stored and cared for.
Can gemstones fade in sunlight?
Some gemstones can be sensitive to prolonged exposure to strong light or sunlight. As a precaution, avoid leaving gemstone jewelry in direct sunlight for extended periods and store it in a cool, dry place.
What should I do if I am unsure how to care for my stone?
Contact SaraStones before using cleaning products or specialized cleaning methods. We can help you determine a gentle approach based on the gemstone and jewelry piece.

Love Your Stones for Years to Come

With simple everyday care, your SaraStones jewelry can continue to show the natural beauty and character that made you choose it.

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