Ever reached for your favorite necklace or watch, only to notice it’s lost a bit of its shine? It’s completely normal, especially for pieces you wear every day.
The good news is, with the right care, you can keep your jewelry looking beautiful for longer. Here’s how to properly care for your gold and silver pieces, the safe way.
What causes Jewelry to tarnish?
Before jumping into solutions, it helps to understand the cause. Tarnishing happens when metals react with elements like:
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Moisture and humidity
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Sweat and body oils
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Perfumes, lotions, and cosmetics
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Air pollutants
Silver is particularly prone to tarnish, while gold can lose its shine over time depending on its purity.
How to prevent tarnishing?
Prevention is just as important as cleaning. Here are simple habits that make a big difference:
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Store jewelry in airtight pouches or boxes
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Keep pieces dry—remove before showering or exercising
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Apply perfume and skincare before putting on jewelry
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Wipe pieces down after each wear
For those who wear jewelry daily, choosing well-crafted pieces can also help reduce how quickly tarnishing occurs.
What should you do if it tarnishes?
While there are many DIY methods for cleaning silver jewelry online, these are not always suitable for plated or delicate pieces. At NATbyJ, our necklaces are crafted with additional layers that require extra care, so we do not recommend self-treating tarnish with home remedies.
If your piece shows signs of tarnishing, we recommend reaching out to us for support under NATbyJ’s 1-year warranty for proper assessment and care.
Image: NATbyJ Unity Collection Gold-tone Necklace
Final Thoughts
Tarnished jewelry doesn’t have to mean the end of your favorite pieces. With just a few household items and simple habits, you can restore and maintain the shine of your gold and silver accessories effortlessly.
Now that you’ve levelled up to a jewelry pro, you’re ready to don some amazing NATbyJ necklaces for daily wear!
