You clean your kitchen, your bathroom, your clothing, your desk at work, and maybe even your car. But how often do you clean your jewelry? When it comes to your favorite treasures, a little TLC can go a long way in extending the life and beauty of your jewels. Here are some easy tips for keeping your pieces sparkling:

- The simplest way to maintain your jewelry’s shine is to wipe it with your Oro by Lu cleaning cloth, or a soft, non-abrasive and lint-free cloth. Rub the jewelry gently in the cloth on all sides, holding the pieces so that no heavy pressure is used on clasps or closures. Do this every time your wear your Oro by Lu and it will help maintain a beautiful shine.

- For pieces that require a little more cleaning power, use a soft-bristled toothbrush (find one made for children), warm water, and a tiny dot of dish soap. Gently brush the jewelry in the soap solution, taking care to avoid any delicate gemstones such as pearls. For any jewelry that is gold-plated or contains delicate stones such as the Emerald Tennis Bracelet, skip the brush and simply allow the pieces to soak for 5 minutes before rinsing them in cool water and pat them dry. Remember to cover the sink drain so nothing can fall!

- Delicate jewelry requires special care. Pieces with pearls such as the Pearl Charm Pendant should always be the last item you put on before leaving the house, and the first thing you remove when returning home. Avoid exposing pearls and plated jewelry to lotions, makeup, nail polish remover, or perfume, which contain chemicals that will harm your jewelry.

- It’s best to remove your jewelry and put it in a safe place when you plan to shower, garden, cook, workout, or spend time in the pool. These are all activities that can expose your jewelry to conditions that cause damage, such as lost stones, weakened metal, loss of metal coatings, and broken jewelry.

- When in doubt, please contact us! We are always happy to answer any care questions about your special piece of Oro by Lu jewelry.