Keep Your Jewelry as Brilliant as the Day You Got It
Every Hourglass piece is built to last generations, but a little care keeps it looking new.
Daily Wear Guidelines
Remove jewelry before: Swimming, showering, exercising, cleaning, or applying lotions and perfumes. Chemicals and impact can damage even the strongest settings. Put it on last: Apply makeup and hairspray first, then add your jewelry as the finishing touch.
At Home Cleaning
Most pieces only need a gentle refresh to restore their glow.
What you need:
- Warm (not hot) water
- Mild dish soap
- Soft-bristled brush (a baby toothbrush works great)
- Lint-free cloth
How to clean:
- Mix warm water with a drop of mild soap
- Soak your jewelry for 5-10 minutes
- Gently brush around stones and under settings
- Rinse with clean water
- Pat dry with a soft cloth
Never use: Harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners at home (unless we recommend it), abrasive cloths, or toothpaste. These can scratch metal and loosen stones.
Professional Care
We recommend annual professional cleaning and inspection. We'll check prong security, tighten loose settings, and restore original luster. Schedule your complimentary annual inspection, it takes 15 minutes and could save you from losing a stone.
Storage Tips
The golden rule: Keep pieces separated. Metal scratches metal. Diamonds scratch everything.
Best practices:
- Store each piece in its own soft pouch or lined box
- Keep jewelry in a cool, dry place away from sunlight
- Use a travel jewelry case with separate compartments
- Avoid humid bathrooms, moisture tarnishes metal
Pro tip: Store chains flat or hang them to prevent tangling. Fasten clasps before storing to avoid knots.
What to Avoid
- Chemicals: Chlorine, bleach, hairspray, and cleaning products can damage metal and settings.
- Impact: Remove rings before lifting weights or manual work.
- Heat: Don't leave jewelry in hot cars or saunas.
Questions About Your Piece?
We build jewelry meant to be worn daily and passed down for generations. But longevity is a partnership, we provide the craftsmanship, you provide the care. Questions about caring for your specific piece? Contact us anytime. We're here to help your jewelry last a lifetime.
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