Care Guide
Caring for Your Jewelry
Fine jewelry is designed to last generations. With proper care, your pieces will maintain their beauty and brilliance for a lifetime.
Daily Wear
- • Put jewelry on last — after applying lotions, perfume, and hairspray
- • Remove before activities — swimming, cleaning, exercising, and sleeping
- • Avoid contact with harsh chemicals, chlorine, and bleach
- • Be mindful of impacts — gemstones can chip or crack if struck hard
Cleaning at Home
Diamonds & Hard Gemstones (Sapphires, Rubies)
Soak in warm water with a few drops of mild dish soap for 15–20 minutes. Gently brush with a soft toothbrush, paying attention to the back of the stone. Rinse under clean water and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.
Emeralds & Softer Stones
Use lukewarm (not hot) water and a very soft cloth. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners and steam — emeralds are often oiled and heat can damage the treatment.
Jade & Pearls
Wipe gently with a damp, soft cloth after each wear. Never use chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners. Store separately to avoid scratching.
Gold & Platinum Bands
Warm soapy water and a soft brush works well. For platinum, a professional polish every 12–18 months will restore the original luster.
Storage
- • Store each piece separately in a soft pouch or lined jewelry box
- • Keep diamonds away from other gemstones — they can scratch anything
- • Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
- • Use anti-tarnish strips for silver-containing alloys
Professional Maintenance
We recommend bringing your jewelry to us for professional servicing:
- • Every 6 months: Prong check and tightening
- • Annually: Professional ultrasonic cleaning
- • Every 1–2 years: Rhodium replating (white gold only)
- • As needed: Re-polishing, re-sizing, and repairs
Love & Dreams Aftercare
Every Love & Dreams purchase includes complimentary annual cleaning and inspection for life. Simply bring your piece to our showroom and we'll ensure it continues to shine as brilliantly as the day you received it.