We hope our readers are taking proper care of themselves and your near and dear ones during these challenging times of pandemic. Adapting to a different level of hygiene hasn’t been particularly easy in past few months especially, usage of alcohol-based sanitizers critical in eliminating the virus. Sanitation and hygiene are vital as the COVID-19 cases are on the rise.
But did you know that these alcohol-based sanitizers and other cleansing agents like soap can tarnish the charm of your in-hand jewellery. In-hand Jewellery basically are:
- Finger rings
- Engagement rings
- Knuckle rings
- Bangles
- Bracelets
While maintaining good hygiene, one must also make sure to take proper care of their in-hand jewellery which are worn on a daily basis. Alcohol-based sanitizers and other cleansing agents contain Isopropyl alcohol and various other chemicals that have a tarnishing impact on charm and lustre of the jewellery.
Nearly all alcohol-based sanitizers contain 65-90% alcohol as it reduces bacterial growth but at the same time it damages your jewellery. You must therefore understand that chemicals are harsh on your jewellery and consider removing it, especially when you clean or wash hands.
Here are certain possible outcomes that your precious jewellery might face:
- Diminishing sparkle and shine on surface
- Fading of designs
- Tarnished gold/silver plating
- Blackening of the core surface
- Effect on the ring or gemstone lustre
Usually, Imitation/fashion jewellery are gold, silver, rhodium-plated pieces of art that have a lower durability than the actual jewellery. As most of the Imitation jewellery are worn on a daily basis, their expected life is around 2-3 years, the impact of alcohol-based sanitizer can easily reduce its life by a year and beyond depending upon the usage.
HERE'S A FEW HANDY TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR PRECIOUS IN-HAND JEWELLERY.
- Washing your hands with your jewellery in hand is not an intelligent act.
- Clean your gemstones using warm water.
- If there is frequent use of hand sanitizers, then there is a chance of forming a filmy residue around your in-hand jewellery.
- Do not keep it above drains or carpets, as it would be worse to drop your ring down the drain than a little film over it!
- Place on the counter a soft cloth, and prefer to remove it. Do not forget to wear it after drying your hands thoroughly.
- Take off your jewellery to refrain from getting tarnished when applying hand sanitizer. Be mindful of where you are placing it, too.
- Another home remedy is to soak in warm dishwashing soap all your hand and finger jewellery.
- The easiest way to remove your jewellery before using a sanitizer is to sacrifice your pearl ring’s lustre and shine. If you feel a coloured yellow film on your pearl, make sure you remove your jewellery every time you apply a sanitizer to your palm.
- Consider using an ultrasonic cleaner to clean your precious gems.
- Continuous use of sanitizers can loosen the prongsthat hold your diamonds. In worse situations, you may end up losing your precious jewel. Sounds scary isn’t it?
- Please create a habit of wearing gloves.
- Another solution is to place your gloves on any household job you ‘re doing. You don’t need to sanitize or regularly wash your hands with this.
Practice until you master it!
Remember, that such challenging situations are temporary, but the habit of taking care of your health and your precious jewellery can help you go a long way.
We at A R Exports LLP, not only create these fine pieces and designs of jewellery but also keep the potential of maintaining the high standards for our clients by protecting the quality of jewellery. All our products go through rigorous quality checking process in order to attain maximum satisfaction for our customers around the world. Have a look at Our Collection.
Very useful info!