Crystal is associated with some of the world’s most beautiful words, nobility, elegance, beauty and taste, all of which are embodied to perfection in crystal.Crystal, which shines in light, is one of the purest things in the world. Like soul communication among people, crystal offers all the beauty and happiness by itself. This is exactly the creative philosophy of Red Nymph, the pursuit of beauty and the embodiment of inner beauty!
Crystal jewelry is classified into precious natural crystal and artificial crystal, but both kinds of crystal can be made into beautiful jewelry by superb craftsmanship, and perfect artworks can be created out of them by skillful craftsmen. But how should we maintain such crystal artworks?
1)Do not clean crystal jewelry with fresh water, ultrasonic detergent (device), or any kind of jewelry detergent containing alcohol or those washes sold in any market other than for cleaning crystal jewelry, for fear of discoloration.
2)Avoid direct contact with fresh water, sweat, perfume, soap, hair spray, camphor balls, detergent, acid/alkali solutions containing chemical compositions, to prevent erosion to the metal part of the jewelry likely to cause oxidation, discoloration and other damage.
3)After wearing crystal jewelry, and if it’s tainted by fingerprints and dust, wipe the surface gently with soft clean fluff-free cloth. Don’t rub so hard, in order not to scratch the crystal surface, and to maintain its original gloss and durability.
4)Avoid extended exposure to moist air or direct sunlight, to prevent the metallic part of the surface from darkening due to oxidization after contacting with the air
5)Carefully keep and store in the original separate packing box as possible or a soft velvet bag. Do not overlap jewelries in one container, to avoid scratches on the crystal surface caused by collisions
6) Do not wear crystal jewelry when you sleeping, bathing, washing face, washing hands, washing dishes, swimming, during raining or intensive sports. Steam from the tub, chlorine in the swimming pool, salt in the sea and sweat in your exercise can cause erosion and discoloration to your jewelry.
7)Prevent heavy knock, otherwise the crystal will fall off easily.
8)Change your jewelry frequently and avoid wearing the same jewelry for a long time as possible. So, it’s preferable for you to have several jewelries for alternate wearing.
Proper caring and storage ensure the radiance of crystal jewelry, making their beauty last long.
some tips for maintaining your crystal jewelry:
1. Use baby wipes to remove dust and stains from your crystals.
2. Clean it with warm water using a soft cloth or cotton.
3. Apply soft detergent with the help of cotton and rinse it with water.
4. Use non- gel toothpaste gently, as toothpastes are useful to clean metal parts too.
5. Always dry your jewelry after cleaning before storing it safely.
6. You can use paintbrush to dust off the crystals.
Now that you know the tips of cleaning your jewelry, you can take good care of them without any doubt.
Keeping crystal jewelry clean and shiny starts with avoiding exposure to chemicals such as hairspray and perfume. Such chemicals can build up on the crystals and make them look dull. When dressing always put your crystal jewelry on last, after you’ve applied makeup, lotions and sprays. Remove your jewelry first when undressing.
After you take your crystal jewelry off, wipe gently with a damp cotton cloth to remove oils and fingerprints. If your crystal jewelry needs additional cleaning, dip a cotton swab into water containing a few drops of window cleaner and lightly wipe any problem spots off specific crystals with that. Lay your clean crystal jewelry on a cotton cloth to air dry, overnight if possible.
As for the crystals, they are of the finest, most genuine lasting quality. Therefore, it is not hard to ensure and maintain their lasting quality and fascinating beauty. Occasionally, simply polish the crystals or beads with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth or towel. If soiled or very dirty, you can wash them by mixing a small amount of mild detergent or a soft, gentle soap with lukewarm water, and wash your crystal in there using a soft bristled brush or a soft cloth or towel. Rinse thoroughly under clean, running water. Dry with a soft, lint-free cloth or towel.
The delicate nature of crystals means that cleaning them with jewelry cleaner harsh containing chemicals is a risky decision that often ends up doing more harm than good. There are varieties of simple cleaning solutions that are also delicate enough to preserve your crystal, providing owners know how to use them.
Baby Wipes
Hold wipe between thumb and fingers; roll crystals back and forth until shiny
Mild Dish Detergent
Apply soap directly to the surface of jewelry; use a soft-bristle brush to scrub; rinse with clean water
Mild Dish Soap and Rubbing Alcohol
Mix 1 tablespoon rubbing alcohol and 1/2 tablespoon of dish soap with 3/4 cups of water; add jewelry and allow it to soak for one to two minutes; rinse with clean water
Toothpaste
Use a soft toothbrush, wet with a dab of white, non-gel toothpaste; gently scrub crystals and rinse under clean water