Silver tends to tarnish over time. Aequa & Co. recommends:
Storing in a cool, dark place and avoiding prolonged sunlight exposure
If possible, wear the piece often - your skin’s natural oils will help maintain the silver’s sheen
Keep away from chemicals like beauty products or deep cleaning agents
The easiest washing option is to use soap and water, however you can also bathe your silver in a half cup of white vinegar mixed with 2 tablespoons of baking soda for 2 to 3 hours. Remember to rinse it afterwards
Gold+-
Gold might lose its lustre if overly exposed to certain products. Aequa & Co. recommends:
Keeping it away from corrosive or abrasive chemicals, chlorine in particular
For gold, skin oils aren’t ideal. You’ll want to soak your jewellery in a solution that is five parts warm water and one part dish soap
Leave it there for three hours, then gently scrub with a soft-bristle toothbrush. Finally, rinse and dry with a cloth
Meteorite+-
Meteorite stones are naturally iron-rich and will rust over time. While the process can be beautiful and is a sign of their authenticity, you can slow it down by doing the following:
Use a Q-tip to apply CLR (Calcium, Lime and Rust remover) to the spots of interest
Rinse with alcohol as close to 100% as possible
Brush earnestly to remove all CLR, rinse again
Lastly, coat the stone in a high-quality, light oil.
Nylon+-
While nylon is extremely strong, lightweight and wrinkle-resistant it can still get stained and suffer from wear and tear. Aequa & Co. suggest:
Wash it with warm water and light or diluted dish-soap if the jewellery’s other components allow it
Turquoise+-
Turquoise’s natural lustre can fade if exposed to chemicals and strong soaps. Aequa & Co. suggest:
Softly scrub the turquoise with a wet toothbrush
Dry it off with a clean, soft fabric
Do not use ultrasonic cleaners on turquoise
Pearls+-
Pearls are quite sensitive, so Aequa & Co. recommends care after each use. Please:
Avoid contact with any beauty products, including makeup, hairspray, lotion or perfume
Wipe with a soft cloth after use. If any stains are visible, you may apply a damp cloth
Storing them in a dedicated space will avoid them getting scratched
Lastly, wear them often as natural skin oil gives them much-needed moisture
Black Rhodium +-
Black Rhodium, though naturally resistant, can be worn down over time. Aequa & Co. suggests:
Taking off your Black Rhodium rings and bracelets before doing manual work
Avoiding contact with soap and chemicals
Avoiding extended contact with water (i.e. showering or bathing)
