Diamond is the hardest natural substance on earth and the only gemstone to score a full 10 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Its durability and unmatched sparkle make diamond one of the most-coveted gemstones in the world.
Having said that, diamonds are also rare, precious and expensive. A piece of diamond jewellery is surely a prized possession, and you wouldn’t want your jewel to look dull or lose its sparkle, right?
While you can wear diamonds every day, a little care will keep them shine forever.
So, Here’s Everything you Need to Know About Wearing Diamond Jewellery Daily.
1. What Makes Diamonds Appear Dull?
2. When to Avoid Wearing Diamond Jewellery?
3. How to Clean Diamond Jewellery?
4. FAQs:
What Makes Diamonds Appear Dull?
Like any other jewellery that is worn regularly, diamond jewellery too will accumulate dirt, grime and appear dull. Ingredients and chemicals from the products you use every day can create a cast over the stone and reduce its sparkle.
Exposing your diamond jewellery to chlorinated water can harm the diamond as well as the metal it is set in. To ensure your sparkler retains its shine for decades, it is important to know when to not wear your diamond jewellery.
When to Avoid Wearing Diamond Jewellery?
1. Bath and Shower
Soaps, shampoos and conditioners contain chemicals that are not safe for the metal of your jewellery; the residue from these products can also accumulate in the corners of the stone. This may cause a cloudy build up on the surface of the diamond or under it.
Therefore, it is best to take your diamond jewellery off before stepping in the shower.
2. Applying Beauty Products
The same goes for other products in your beauty routine like hand lotions, sunscreens, moisturizers, hair serums, etc. These can accumulate on jewellery like rings and bracelets.
It is best to remove your jewellery before applying the products and wear it back once they have been absorbed into the skin.
3. At the Gym
Gym is not a place where you should be wearing jewellery, even if it is a ring. Lifting weights can put pressure on the band of the ring and cause it to bend.
This can further cause the setting to loosen and the diamond to fall off. It is best to leave your jewellery home before hitting the gym.
3. Cleaning
Any type of cleaning like doing the dishes, washing your car or cleaning the oven should be done after removing your diamond bracelets and rings. While the gemstone may not get harmed, the chemicals can damage the finish of the metal.
How to Clean Diamond Jewellery?
The best way to retain the shine and sparkle of your diamond jewellery is by cleaning it regularly. Because even after taking all the precautions, dust and grime will accumulate on the jewellery.
Cleaning diamond jewellery at home is pretty easy, you only need a few basic things.
- Start of by diluting a few drops of mild detergent in warm water.
- Then soak your diamond jewellery in it for a few minutes.
- Remove it and gently scrub with a soft-bristled brush.
- Take a bowl of clean warm water and rinse it.
- Now pat dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
- Wear it or store in a velvet pouch/bag.
Did You Know?
The only thing that can scratch the surface of a diamond is another diamond!
While colourless diamonds are the most popular, the gem comes in almost every colour of the rainbow!
Can Diamonds Be Worn Every Day FAQs
