Just like clothing, our jewelry needs to be cleaned and cared for to stay beautiful over time. By cleaning and storing your jewelry properly, you can preserve its appearance and extend its lifespan.
Different materials require different types of care. Here we have collected our best care tips to ensure you can enjoy your by BILLGREN jewelry for as long as possible.
1. SILVER
Our silver jewelry is made of 925 sterling silver – a solid and durable material that makes the jewelry durable and long-lasting. With proper care, you can enjoy your silver jewelry for many years.
Some of our silver jewelry is deliberately oxidized to give it a slightly darker and more characteristic finish. Therefore, it is It is very important that you do not use silver polish or silver dip on this jewelry. Such products can remove the dark oxidation and at the same time leave stains or unevenness on the jewelry.
How to take care of your silver jewelry:
- Please store the jewelry in the box provided when not in use. Preferably store it separately from other jewelry to avoid scratches and unnecessary wear.
- Please wipe the jewelry with a soft cloth after use to remove skin oil, dirt and other impurities.
- Silver jewelry can darken further over time. This is due to factors such as contact with skin salts and minerals, skin oils, skin creams and impurities in the air. Regular cleaning helps keep the jewelry clean and slows down this process.
- Although you can sleep, shower, bathe, exercise and perform everyday tasks with your jewelry, we recommend that you remove it during these times. This way you reduce the risk of unnecessary wear.
Cleaning silver jewelry
To remove normal dirt, you can put the jewelry in warm water with a few drops of mild dishwashing detergent. Leave it for a few minutes and then gently brush away the dirt with a soft toothbrush. Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
If the jewelry has developed a grayish or yellowish coating, you can carefully use a polishing cloth intended for silver jewelry . If the coating is stubborn, you may need to repeat the treatment.
Important: Never use silver dip or silver polish on our oxidized silver jewelry.
2. LEATHER
Leather is a durable and natural material that often becomes even more beautiful over time. To preserve the quality and appearance of leather, it is important to take care of it properly.
It is best to store your leather jewelry separately from other jewelry, for example in a jewelry box, storage box or the box that came with it. When the leather needs cleaning, it is usually enough to wipe it gently with a soft cloth.
If necessary, you can use a neutral leather grease or a cleaning product specifically designed for leather.
Consider:
- Avoid exposing leather to too much water as water can dry out the material.
- We recommend that you remove leather jewelry and leather watch straps before showering or bathing.
- Avoid exposing the leather to suntan oil, skin cream, hair spray and similar products. Please put the jewelry on after using these products.
- Too much dust and dirt can affect the quality and appearance of the leather, so wipe it down regularly.
3. BEADS & GEMSTONES
Our bead bracelets are made from a variety of gemstones, including lapis, tiger's eye, jasper, agate, opal, galaxy stone and lava stone. As the stones are natural materials, each stone has its own unique appearance.
To clean your bead bracelet, we recommend that you gently wipe it with a clean, slightly damp cotton cloth.
If the bracelet needs a more thorough cleaning, you can use a bowl of water and a few drops of mild dish soap. However, avoid leaving the bracelet in water for extended periods of time.
Consider:
- Avoid exposing the bead bracelet to a lot of water, for example when bathing, showering and washing dishes.
- Please take off the bracelet when exercising or performing other physical activities, as this may affect the lifespan of the jewelry.
- We recommend that you do not sleep with the bead bracelet on. You may get caught on something during the night and risk stretching or damaging the bracelet.
- Please store the bracelet dry and separately from other jewelry when you are not using it.
4. STEEL
Steel is a durable and long-lasting material that is easy to keep clean. To maintain the luster of your jewelry, we recommend regular cleaning with a soft cloth.
If the jewelry needs to be cleaned more thoroughly, you can use lukewarm water with a mild soap or cleanser. Brush gently with a soft toothbrush, for example, and then dry thoroughly with a clean cloth.
If your piece of jewelry has a mesh bracelet, you can clean it with lukewarm water and mild soap. Gently brush between the links and then wipe it dry. If it is a watch, it is important to protect the dial from water.
Consider:
- Avoid swimming with steel jewelry, especially in chlorinated and salt water.
- Although stainless steel is a durable material, we recommend that you take off your jewelry when bathing, showering, exercising, and other activities where it is exposed to a lot of water or wear.
- Always dry the jewelry thoroughly if it gets wet.
- Some of our bracelets have magnetic clasps. Although the bracelet itself is made of stainless steel, the magnet in the clasp is not stainless steel, which makes these models extra sensitive to water. Therefore, avoid exposing bracelets with magnetic clasps to water.
5. GENERAL CARE ADVICE
Regardless of the material your jewelry is made of, there are some simple tips that will help you keep your jewelry looking good for longer:
- Store the jewelry dry and preferably separately from other jewelry.
- Wipe them regularly with a soft, clean cloth.
- Remove your jewelry during activities that involve a lot of water, sweat, or risk of impact and wear.
- Feel free to put on your jewelry as the last step when you've gotten ready, after applying, for example, skin cream, perfume, hairspray and suntan lotion.
- Clean your jewelry regularly to remove dirt, skin oil and other impurities.
With proper care, your by BILLGREN jewelry will stay beautiful longer – and you can enjoy it year after year.
