Avelisse Care Journal
Last On Put jewelry on after fragrance, lotion, and styling products
First Off Remove pieces before bathing, swimming, exercise, or sleep
Store Dry Keep each piece separated in a clean and low-humidity space
Jewelry Care Guide
Thoughtful care helps necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, anklets, brooches, and pins retain their finish, shape, and character. Use this guide to build a simple routine for cleaning, wearing, storing, and traveling with your favorite Avelisse pieces.
Care Essentials
04
Protect the Finish
Jewelry naturally encounters oils, moisture, cosmetics, friction, and air. Limiting unnecessary exposure helps protect color, shine, plating, settings, and delicate surface details.
Keep It Dry
Remove jewelry before showering, swimming, washing dishes, or entering saunas and steam rooms.
Avoid Chemicals
Protect pieces from perfume, hairspray, lotion, sunscreen, household cleaners, and sanitizing products.
Reduce Friction
Avoid stacking delicate pieces too tightly and keep jewelry away from rough fabrics and abrasive surfaces.
Wipe After Wear
Use a clean, dry, soft cloth to remove skin oils and light residue before placing each piece into storage.
Material Guidance
Material Notes
Care by Material
Different finishes and decorative elements respond differently to moisture, polishing, pressure, and cleaning products. Choose the gentlest suitable method and avoid aggressive treatments when the exact material is uncertain.
01 Gold-Tone and Plated Jewelry
Preserve the Plating
Plated and gold-tone jewelry benefits from minimal moisture and limited rubbing. Frequent exposure to cosmetics, sweat, water, and polishing compounds may gradually soften or alter the outer finish.
A
Recommended
Gently wipe with a dry microfiber or jewelry cloth after each wear.
B
Use Caution
Avoid vigorous polishing, soaking, ultrasonic cleaning, and abrasive metal compounds.
C
Storage
Place pieces individually in soft pouches to reduce scratching and contact between surfaces.
02 Silver-Tone Jewelry
Limit Tarnish
Silver-tone pieces may react to air, humidity, perspiration, and beauty products. Regular dry wiping and enclosed storage can help reduce visible dullness and surface discoloration.
A
Recommended
Use a soft, non-abrasive cloth and light pressure to remove residue.
B
Use Caution
Do not use silver dip, toothpaste, baking soda, or chemical polish unless the material is confirmed suitable.
C
Storage
Store in a dry pouch or closed jewelry compartment away from bathrooms and humid rooms.
03 Stones, Crystals, and Pearls
Clean with Restraint
Decorative stones, crystals, faux pearls, and pearl-like finishes may be sensitive to moisture, chemicals, pressure, or heat. Adhesives and coatings can also be affected by prolonged soaking.
A
Recommended
Wipe gently around settings with a soft dry cloth and support the piece from beneath.
B
Use Caution
Avoid soaking, steam, ultrasonic devices, hot water, and chemical gemstone cleaners.
C
Storage
Keep pearls and delicate surfaces away from metal edges, chains, clasps, and rough compartments.
Simple Maintenance
Three Steps
Your Care Routine
Consistency matters more than complicated cleaning. A short routine after wear, a weekly check, and a deeper monthly review can help prevent buildup and unnoticed damage.
Wipe and Separate
Remove light oils and moisture before jewelry returns to storage.
- Wipe all visible surfaces gently.
- Allow any moisture to dry fully.
- Close clasps to reduce tangling.
- Store each piece separately.
Inspect and Reset
Review frequently worn jewelry for residue, loose components, or shape changes.
- Check clasps and earring backs.
- Inspect stones and settings.
- Untangle chains carefully.
- Refresh storage compartments.
Review the Collection
Give less frequently worn pieces the same attention as everyday favorites.
- Look for tarnish or dullness.
- Check for bent posts or links.
- Replace worn storage pouches.
- Set aside pieces needing repair.
Gentle Cleaning
Choose the Right Method
When the material or finish is uncertain, begin with the least intensive approach. Excessive rubbing, soaking, or chemical cleaning can cause more damage than ordinary residue.
Soft Cloth Best for routine wiping, fingerprints, skin oils, and light surface residue.
Dry Brush Use a very soft brush only for small crevices, textured details, or chain links.
Damp Cloth Use sparingly and only when appropriate. Dry the piece immediately and completely.
Professional Care Choose professional assistance for valuable, delicate, damaged, or structurally complex jewelry.
Collection Storage
Necklaces and Anklets
Earrings
Rings and Bracelets
Brooches and Pins
Store with Intention
Good storage protects jewelry from scratches, moisture, tangling, pressure, and unnecessary contact. Use clean compartments, soft linings, and enough space for every piece to rest naturally.
Fasten clasps and store flat or hang separately to reduce knots and tension.
Keep pairs together and secure posts with their original backs whenever possible.
Use padded slots or individual pouches to prevent surface contact and scratches.
Close sharp points and keep decorative faces away from hard metal components.
Daily Protection
What to Avoid
These common situations can accelerate wear, weaken components, affect coatings, or leave residue that gradually changes the appearance of a piece.
Water Exposure
Remove jewelry before showering, swimming, bathing, cleaning, or entering humid environments.
Beauty Products
Apply perfume, lotion, sunscreen, makeup, and hairspray before putting on jewelry.
Impact and Pressure
Remove delicate pieces before exercise, lifting, sports, housework, or sleeping.
Improper Cleaning
Avoid toothpaste, baking soda, bleach, alcohol, abrasive pads, and unknown chemical solutions.
Travel Care
Pack Jewelry Safely
Travel creates extra movement, pressure, and contact between pieces. Pack a smaller selection and protect every item individually to reduce tangling and surface damage.
01
Use Separate Compartments
Keep chains, rings, earrings, and brooches in individual pouches or padded sections.
02
Secure Every Closure
Fasten clasps, close pin mechanisms, and attach earring backs before packing.
03
Keep It in Your Carry-On
Carry jewelry personally when possible and avoid placing delicate items in checked luggage.
Common Questions
Jewelry Care FAQ
Review these quick answers before cleaning, storing, or wearing a new piece.
Can I wear my jewelry in the shower?
Removing jewelry before showering is recommended. Water, soap, shampoo, conditioner, heat, and moisture may affect plating, finishes, adhesives, stones, and decorative surfaces.
Can I swim while wearing jewelry?
Jewelry should be removed before entering pools, hot tubs, lakes, or the ocean. Chlorine, salt water, chemicals, and prolonged moisture may alter the finish or weaken components.
How often should I clean my jewelry?
A gentle dry wipe after each wear is usually the best routine. More detailed cleaning should be occasional and based on the confirmed material, finish, and construction of the piece.
Can I use toothpaste or baking soda?
Toothpaste and baking soda are abrasive and may scratch surfaces or wear away plating. Use a soft dry cloth unless a more specific cleaning method is confirmed as suitable.
Why is my jewelry changing color?
Color changes can result from moisture, air, skin oils, cosmetics, chemicals, friction, humidity, and natural wear. Cleaning gently and storing pieces dry may help slow visible changes.
How should I untangle a delicate necklace?
Place the chain on a flat, clean surface and work slowly from the outer edges of the knot. Avoid pulling. A smooth pin or fine tool may help loosen the knot with minimal pressure.
Should I sleep while wearing jewelry?
Removing jewelry before sleep helps reduce pressure, snagging, bending, chain tension, lost earring backs, and unnecessary friction against skin, hair, and bedding.
What should I do if a clasp or setting feels loose?
Stop wearing the piece and store it safely. Continued use may increase the risk of loss or damage. Seek appropriate repair guidance before wearing it again.
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