Sparkles Online sells handmade jewelry, which is generally more delicate than factory-made jewelry. Therefore, it's crucial to take good care of your jewelry.
Here are some maintenance tips to ensure you enjoy your jewelry for a long time:
Store jewelry flat and in a closed space. This prevents wrinkles or kinks, and prevents the clasps from wearing down due to prolonged tension. It also prevents dust from collecting, which can also wear out the clasps. Ideally, store your necklaces and bracelets with the clasps closed. This helps preserve their shape. Never store letter openers with their points downward. This will not only damage your cabinet or desk, but also cause the handle to close more quickly and the point to lose its sharpness. Never store Millefiori watches on their dials. The crystal will be damaged.
Avoid contact with water. Always remove your jewelry before showering, swimming, or exercising. Sweat can leave moisture on your skin and damage the jewelry. The watches are not waterproof, so they will stop working after contact with water.
Don't store jewelry in a damp environment, such as the bathroom . Even a dry-looking drawer in your bathroom cabinet can let moisture in and lead to rust or oxidation of the jewelry.
Never wear your jewelry at night. Sweating increases moisture levels, which can drastically shorten the jewelry's lifespan. You could also accidentally lie on your jewelry, putting pressure on it. It can bend, dull, or even break.
Don't use cleaning products on your jewelry. Not only are they bad for your skin, they also damage the handmade Murano glass, making it dull and rough.
Be careful with perfumes, body lotions, hairspray, and creams. Wait fifteen minutes after applying these products before putting jewelry back on, so the products can absorb and your skin doesn't rub off.
Jewelry can darken slightly over time. This isn't harmful to the piece, but it doesn't look good. Use a silver polishing cloth, a soft, clean cloth, or jewelry cleaning solution to polish it. This will often make your handmade jewelry look like new again.
All Murano glass jewelry from Sparkles Online is handmade. So no two pieces are exactly alike. With proper care, you'll enjoy these beautiful pieces for years to come!