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At Prekrasy, we offer jewelry made from high-quality materials such as stainless steel, silver, gold-plated elements, gold, and natural stones and pearls.

To keep your favorite pieces looking their best for years, it’s worth knowing a few care rules. This practical guide explains how to care for jewelry and how to clean jewelry safely at home.

Avoid contact with water and salt

Chlorine, minerals in tap water, and seawater can reduce a metal’s shine. Gold-plated jewelry needs extra care—moisture speeds up wear of the gold layer, and natural stones and pearls can permanently lose their luster.

Perfume and cosmetics vs. jewelry durability

Perfume, hairspray, and creams are among jewelry’s biggest enemies. Chemicals in cosmetics may cause discoloration and dullness. A golden rule: put on jewelry as the last step of your routine, once cosmetics have fully absorbed.

Protect jewelry from detergents

Household chemicals, soaps, and shower gels can permanently damage delicate organic stones (amber, coral, pearl). Strong bleaches and powders are especially harmful to silver and gold-plated elements.

Take jewelry off for sleep and sports

Physical activity, household chores, and sleep are when scratches, deformations, or broken delicate chains happen most easily. Taking jewelry off in these situations is the simplest way to extend its lifespan.

Proper storage

Store jewelry in a dry, shaded place. Separate pouches or boxes work best—they prevent necklaces from tangling and help limit oxidation (tarnishing) of metal.

At-home jewelry cleaning and polishing

For everyday refresh, use only a soft cotton cloth or specialist polishing wipes for jewelry. Never use abrasive pastes or hard brushes, which can scratch the delicate surface of stainless steel or silver.