To clean jewelry effectively and safely, follow these expert-recommended methods tailored to different types of jewelry:

General Cleaning for Most Jewelry

• Mix warm water with a few drops of mild dishwashing liquid.
• Soak the jewelry for about 5 to 10 minutes.
• Gently clean with a soft cloth or a very soft toothbrush to remove dirt.
• Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
• Dry carefully with a lint-free or microfiber cloth

Cleaning Gold Jewelry

• Use a solution of 1 teaspoon dishwashing liquid in 1 cup warm water.
• Optionally add 1/2 teaspoon ammonia for extra cleaning power.
• Soak gold pieces briefly, then brush gently with a soft-bristled brush.
• Rinse and pat dry

Cleaning Sterling Silver

• For tarnished silver without stones, line a bowl with aluminum foil.
• Add boiling water and 2 tablespoons baking soda.
• Submerge the silver jewelry on the foil and soak for about 30 minutes.
• Rinse and polish with a soft cloth.
• Alternatively, use a polishing cloth designed for silver

Cleaning Gemstones

• Faceted stones like diamonds, garnet, aquamarine, and amethyst can be cleaned with mild soap and warm water using a soft brush.
• Avoid harsh chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners for softer stones like opals, pearls, coral, turquoise, and emeralds.
• For pearls and porous stones, wipe gently with a damp cloth; do not soak or use dish soap

Costume Jewelry

• Use a damp cloth with mild soapy water to wipe gently.
• Avoid soaking to prevent glue loosening and stones falling off.
• Rinse lightly with clean water and air dry

Electrochemical Cleaning for Tarnish (Silver and Some Metals)

• Line a bowl with aluminum foil.
• Mix hot water with 1 tbsp baking soda, 1 tbsp salt, and a mild liquid soap.
• Place jewelry on the foil and soak for 5-10 minutes.
• Rinse and dry thoroughly

Important Tips

• Never use harsh chemical dips like Tarn-X or baking soda/aluminum foil on delicate stones.
• Avoid ultrasonic cleaners for soft or porous gemstones.
• Use polishing cloths to maintain shine without damage.
• For pearls, avoid soaking and harsh cleaners to prevent damage to the surface and string

These methods will help keep your jewelry clean and sparkling while protecting delicate stones and finishes.