Caring for your Orleone jewellery is essential to maintain its beauty, brilliance, and longevity. Here, we provide expert recommendations to keep your cherished pieces looking as stunning as the day you received them.
1. Shield from Chemicals
Jewellery and chemicals don’t mix. Always remove your Orleone jewellery before using household cleaning agents, swimming, gardening, or applying beauty products. Harsh chemicals and even some everyday liquids can tarnish metal, dull gemstones, and degrade finishes, affecting both appearance and longevity.
2. Handle with Gentle Care
To keep your jewellery in pristine condition, avoid wearing it during high-impact activities or sports. Even durable metals can scratch, and gemstones may loosen if bumped too hard. Whenever not in use, store your pieces safely to prevent accidental damage.
3. Prevent Contact with Lotions and Perfumes
Household products, perfumes, and lotions can cause discolouration or a buildup of residue. Apply beauty products like lotions, perfumes, and hairspray before wearing your jewellery, and remove pieces before washing or cleaning. This simple habit will help your jewellery stay radiant.
4. Store Properly to Avoid Tarnishing and Scratches
Jewellery storage matters. Keep your Orleone jewellery in a cool, dry place, ideally in a dedicated jewellery box with compartments to prevent tangling or scratching. In the Canadian climate, avoid humid areas like bathrooms, as moisture accelerates tarnishing of metals and affects gemstone quality.
5. Regular Cleaning for Lasting Shine
Gently clean your jewellery with a soft, lint-free cloth to maintain its shine. For a deeper clean, use a mild soap solution and a soft brush to remove any accumulated dirt or oils. Avoid abrasive materials or harsh chemicals, which can damage delicate surfaces.
6. Professional Maintenance for Lasting Quality
To ensure longevity, have your jewellery professionally cleaned and inspected annually or as needed based on how often you wear it. Skilled jewelers can safely restore the sparkle to your pieces and check for any wear, like loose settings or worn prongs, before problems arise.
7. Inspect Gemstones and Clasps Regularly
Regularly checking that settings and clasps are secure is essential. If a gemstone feels loose or a clasp is no longer holding well, it’s best to seek repair immediately. Proactive care will prevent loss and keep your jewellery safe for daily wear.
8. Extra Care for Delicate Gemstones
Certain gemstones like opal, pearl, emerald, peridot, and tanzanite are particularly sensitive to temperature, chemicals, and abrasion. Treat these stones with extra care by avoiding exposure to chemicals and extreme temperatures, and always store them separately to prevent scratching.
9. Seek Professional Guidance When Needed
At Orleone, we understand the importance of your jewellery and are here to assist with any care or repair concerns. If you’re uncertain about any aspect of jewellery care or maintenance, feel free to reach out to our experienced team.
