Importance of Cleaning Jewelry

Have you noticed your jewelry just isn’t sparkling the way it used to?  Jewelry can lose its shine when it gets dirty. It can be from natural body oils or it can be from lotions and perfumes that we wear every day. Different types of jewelry require different cleaning methods. You need to know what you have before you start cleaning. All diamonds and most gemstones are hard enough to be cleaned on a regular basis. Opal, onyx, pearls and turquoise should never be cleaned at home. You can use a soft toothbrush and mild soap to clean your jewelry at home but remember to take your jewelry in to have it cleaned and checked professionally every 6 months.