Is it possible to get a Swarovski chain wet?

Each mineral has unique properties and requires care and careful handling. In addition to individual rules for caring for gems, there are general recommendations that must be followed when using all stones without exception:

Completely avoid contact of natural stones with perfumes and any cosmetics. Perfumes, deodorants, creams, sprays – any substance of chemical origin can irreversibly change the color of the stone, lead to the destruction of the surface layer and the loss of many of its qualities;
Never touch natural stones with dirty hands – most minerals are very sensitive to foreign substances, even of natural origin. The most common food fat can permanently ruin the color of your stone;
Never use household detergents to clean stones! Use simple and proven means. If you carefully wipe the stones with a soft, dry cloth immediately after using the jewelry, then additional cleaning may not be necessary;
Completely exclude contact of natural stones with a source of heat and elevated temperatures – do not leave them in open areas in direct sunlight, do not place them near heaters, table lamps and other household appliances that emit heat. Don’t cook in the kitchen wearing decorations! Do not wear jewelry close to a hot oven or stove. At elevated temperatures, natural stones can crack and permanently lose their original color.

Pearl – one of the most capricious natural stones. The organic matter from which pearls are formed gradually undergoes delamination and destruction under the influence of the environment. Such pearls are called “extinct” or “aged.” To prevent pearls from aging, a number of rules must be followed.

Pearls are negatively affected by: high temperature, high humidity, very bright light and polluted air. Natural pearls are a porous material, so they quickly absorb any dirt. Even under room conditions, the surface layers of pearls gradually dehydrate, and at high temperatures this process occurs even faster. But even in excessively damp rooms, pearls quickly lose their original shine. Outdoors, industrial emissions are very dangerous for pearls, especially “acid” rain, which can dissolve the iris of the stone. Particles of house dust, settling on the surface of pearls, damage the nacre layers. Prolonged exposure to sunlight (especially in hot weather) leads to pearl fading, loss of iridescence and pearlescent luster. Tobacco smoke is harmful to pearls! It makes it dim. There is no need to talk about household chemicals and perfumes – contact with them is strictly contraindicated. The smallest particles that are formed as a result of incomplete combustion, for example, of automobile fuel or household gas, quickly spoil pearls.

To preserve the shine and mother-of-pearl layers of pearls longer, you need to wear them often. This significantly slows down the process of dehydration of pearls and preserves their shine due to the positive effect of sweat glands on the surface of the stone. To avoid scratching pearls, it is necessary to store them separately from other jewelry in a soft inside, tightly closed box.

Amber is a fairly fragile stone, so it needs to be treated with care. When amber items are dropped or thrown onto a table, cracks may appear on the stone, or they may break completely. Amber is a fairly soft stone, so it is recommended to store amber products separately from other jewelry to avoid scratching the product.

The action of soap solutions, which almost always contain chemicals, can also negatively affect the appearance of amber, so it is recommended to wash amber products from dust and dirt in clean warm water, after which they should be blotted dry with a soft cloth. It is also necessary to avoid direct sunlight. If amber items are heavily soiled, or if they appear on a stone, it is better to take the item to a workshop and place it in the capable hands of specialists.

It is important to remember that the following items and means are absolutely contraindicated when cleaning amber: brushes, sponges, washcloths, cleaners used for other precious stones, solvents, acidic liquids and ammonia additives, alcohol.

JEWELRY WITH ENAMEL

Jewelry with enamel coating differs from other products not only in its original design, but also in its specific care. To maintain the original brightness of enamel paints, you must follow a few simple rules.

The decorative coating is a thin layer of glass, so it is sensitive to mechanical stress. An impact can cause chips and cracks in the enamel, so it is not recommended to drop products with enamel.
Jewelry with enamel must be protected from direct sunlight and temperature changes. Otherwise, the coating may fade or crack.
Do not allow enamel to come into contact with acids, alkalis and chlorine, that is, with any detergents, powders and cleaning gels. Also, enamel can be damaged by interaction with cosmetics (creams, lotions) and sea water.
Do not forget that it is recommended to store products with enamel separately so that their surface does not come into contact with other metals.

JEWELRY WITH SWAROVSKI CRYSTALS

Jewelry with Swarovski crystals should be stored separately from other jewelry to prevent them from being scratched. It is important that each piece of jewelry is wrapped in soft cloth or has separate packaging.
Sunlight should only shine on jewelry while it is being worn. The rest of the time, the crystals should be in a dark, dry place.
Jewelry should be protected from contact with cosmetics and household chemicals (chlorine-containing compounds are especially harmful). You should put them on immediately before leaving the house.
Do not allow crystals to hit hard objects. Jewelry should not be dropped as the crystals may break and fall out of the frame.
Be sure to remove all jewelry before taking a shower, visiting the sauna and other water procedures, as well as before going to bed.
Jewelry should be protected from exposure to high temperatures.
If any dirt gets on the crystals, immediately wipe them thoroughly with a dry flannel cloth or a piece of microfiber.
Touch Swarovski crystals with your fingers as little as possible – this causes them to become covered with a greasy film, and then with dust and become dull over time.
It is not recommended to wear jewelry during illness or when taking medications. Excessive sweating can damage the jewelry and ruin the appearance of the item.

CARE OF GENUINE LEATHER PRODUCTS

Leather jewelry is not afraid of rain or accidental immersion in water, but it is not recommended to wet the jewelry too often; it may lose its appearance.
If your leather jewelry gets wet, dry it on a flat surface away from heat sources such as a radiator or heater.
If the jewelry becomes dirty, clean it with damp leather wipes or treat the leather with leather care spray.
Avoid mechanical influences, direct sunlight, and contact of leather products with aggressive environments.
You should not pull the elements of the magnetic clasp of Matryoshka leather bracelets in different directions. To ensure long-term safety of the bracelet, you should break the clasp when opening it.

CERAMICS MATRYOSHKA

Ceramic products in the form of dishes (salt shakers, pepper shakers) do not react with food, do not emit hazardous substances and do not enrich food with metals – high-quality ceramics are safer than any other tableware. However, ceramic products are fragile. Ceramics are afraid of mechanical impacts, shocks and falls.

Cleaning of ceramic products is done manually. Detergents are allowed, but steel wool and other scratchy objects are not.
Avoid sudden temperature changes – the ceramics may crack.
Avoid mechanical impacts and contact with aggressive environments.

CLOTHING MATRYOSHKA

The maximum washing temperature for sweatshirts is 40 C, T-shirts – 30 C.
Bleaching of sweatshirts and T-shirts is prohibited.
Ironing sweatshirts and T-shirts at a maximum temperature of no more than 110 C.
For sweatshirts – vertical without spinning; for T-shirts – do not tumble dry.

SHAWLS MATRYOSHKA

Matryoshka scarves are made of natural fabrics: 100% silk and 100% modal, which require special delicate care.

For silk and modal scarves, dry cleaning is recommended; washing and tumble drying is prohibited.
Bleaching is prohibited for silk and modal scarves.
Ironing silk scarves and modal scarves at a maximum temperature of no more than 110 C.

All jewelry requires careful care. From time to time they need to be cleaned of dirt and various traces of use. Jewelry with Swarovski crystals is no exception.

Swarovski crystals are unusual jewelry. They are made of the purest and ultra-transparent rock crystal, and perfectly imitate diamonds. Sometimes, a Swarovski necklace can be distinguished from a diamond necklace only with the help of special equipment. Also, under the Swarovski brand they produce synthetic stones (rhinestones), which are distinguished by the highest quality, style and maximum intensity of shine. Each Swarovski crystal is hand cut!

The duration of the crystal’s shine and the lifespan of such exquisite jewelry largely depends on how you handle it. As practice shows, if you follow certain rules of use, cleaning and storage, Swarovskis can shine for many years!

Caring for Swarovski crystals begins with careful, careful storage and use.

Rules that must be strictly followed:

Jewelry with Swarovski crystals should be stored separately from other jewelry to prevent them from being scratched.
Wherever you store your Swarovskis, it is very important that they are wrapped in soft cloth.
Sunlight should only shine on jewelry when you are wearing it. The rest of the time, the crystals should be in a dark, dry place.
Protect jewelry from contact with cosmetics and household chemicals (chlorine-containing compounds are especially harmful).

Most often, Swarovski crystals lose their brilliant shine due to contact with various types of sprays – deodorants, hair sprays, perfumes, air fresheners, etc. Follow an important rule – any jewelry must be put on just before leaving the house! And not before.

Is it possible to get Swarovski crystals wet?

It is a common belief that Swarovski crystals should never be wetted with water, otherwise they will tarnish! Is it so?

Both so and not so. It all depends on what kind of crystals you purchased. Experts unanimously say that real crystals produced by Swarovski Crystallized™ do not fade from contact with water. Natural crystal is not afraid of water! There are artificial crystals of synthetic origin that can be washed with water.

It is believed that if Swarovski quickly faded after contact with ordinary water, then you bought a fake. This again is not an entirely true statement. It is not the stones that tarnish, but the special coating, and it has nothing to do with pure crystal. And if Swarovski crystals have a special coating applied, then in most cases contact with water is contraindicated. For example, the “Aurora Northern Lights” coating with rainbow glitter, etc.

There are other reasons why it is not recommended to get Swarovski jewelry wet. Some base materials to which crystals are attached lose their properties from direct contact with water. If the material gets wet, it will deform over time and the crystals may fall out of the frame. This primarily applies to polymer clay, which gets wet from water and crystals fall out over time. If the stones are set in ordinary metal, it may rust and the entire product will darken. That is, a lot depends on the materials of manufacture. Swarovski crystals are not afraid of water, but the material of the base or frame can quickly deteriorate. Such nuances are usually indicated in the accompanying instructions for the product. Don’t forget to check with your dealer for specific rules for using and cleaning Swarovski jewelry. The range of products with famous crystals is huge, using a variety of materials that require special care.

In any case, do not forget that the jewelry consists not only of cut natural crystal, but of many other components. Therefore, wash Swarovski products only when necessary. The recommended frequency of cleaning is no more than once a month.

How to clean uncoated Swarovski crystals

Swarovski crystal stones can be cleaned at home. To do this, you will need a soft, lint-free cloth or crystal cleaning wipes, as well as a very soft small brush and a solution of liquid crystal soap. Some people clean their jewelry with Swarovski with ordinary soapy water and a regular toothbrush, assuring that it is not dangerous, and the stones shine like new after the procedure! Here everyone chooses their own path. We do not recommend that you act lightly and risk your valuable jewelry. The composition of soap today can contain anything. Some alkaline compounds are very aggressive. And the bristles of some toothbrushes are particularly stiff – micro-scratches may remain, which will lead to tarnishing of the stones. It is strictly forbidden to use glass cleaners and other household chemicals!

You need to clean with light movements, without strong pressure. Then the product must be quickly rinsed under running warm water and dried on a towel.

Under no circumstances should you dry your jewelry with a hair dryer! High temperatures are strictly contraindicated for both natural and synthetic stones! Also, do not use very hot water for cleaning; the liquid should only be at room temperature.

Small crystals placed close to each other require especially careful care, since dust gets clogged between them and they become dirty faster. They must be periodically washed with slightly warm water and quickly wiped dry with a soft cloth.

It is recommended to clean silver jewelry with Swarovski crystals using special silver cleaning solutions using a soft cloth. Do not forget that rhodium-plated and gold-plated surfaces cannot be cleaned with abrasive solutions. It is best to wipe with a dry flannel cloth.

How to clean coated Swarovski crystals

If Swarovski stones have a special coating, it is recommended to rub their surface to a mirror shine using a soft, dry flannel or microfiber cloth. In this case, movements should be as delicate and careful as possible, without strong pressure, so as not to erase the coating.

A very important point: Before you start dry or wet cleaning your jewelry, try to blow off as much dust as possible from the surface. The first touches to the product should be very gentle – sometimes the dust contains small particles of quartz that can scratch the surface.

It is strictly not recommended to use any cleaning products of chemical origin. Gentle “dry” care will be enough. Try not to touch the crystals directly with your hands, and wipe them after each use.

Swarovski colored crystals with AB coating

The front part of such rhinestones is very rainbow-colored – they are chameleons.
The reverse side has a mirror base, which is recommended to be coated with a layer of special varnish to ensure protection of the foil layer. If the back foil side of the stones is damaged, scratches are reflected on their front part. This catastrophically spoils the appearance of the decoration. At home, necklaces or other jewelry with AB-coated rhinestones can be varnished with clear nail polish, which will provide protection from damage.

Professional jewelry inspection
Expensive products with Swarovski crystals must be periodically shown to jewelers in order to promptly identify possible stone loss, the likelihood of breakage, and provide for other troubles. In addition, jewelers can additionally professionally advise you on how to care for your jewelry.

Increased attention should be paid to products with Swarovski crystals on a hot or cold adhesive base. Often the adhesive base dries out, and this leads to loss of crystals. The jeweler will accurately determine the condition of all materials and make the necessary repairs in a timely manner.