Jewelry Care

With a little care, your COMPLIMENTI jewelry can keep its beauty and shine for longer. Follow the recommendations below according to the material of your piece.

Sterling Silver 925

Sterling silver may naturally tarnish over time when exposed to air, humidity, cosmetics, or the natural oils of the skin. This is normal and does not mean that the piece is damaged.

  • Store each piece separately in a dry, closed pouch or jewelry box.
  • Gently wipe it after wearing with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth.
  • Use a polishing cloth specifically designed for sterling silver when needed.
  • Remove your jewelry before swimming, showering, exercising, or sleeping.
  • Avoid contact with chlorine, salt water, perfume, hairspray, lotions, household cleaners, and other chemicals.

Gold-Filled Jewelry

Gold-filled jewelry has a substantial layer of gold mechanically bonded to a base metal. It is more durable than ordinary gold plating, but it is not solid gold and still benefits from gentle care.

  • Apply perfume, lotions, makeup, and hairspray before putting on your jewelry.
  • Remove your pieces before swimming, showering, exercising, or sleeping.
  • Avoid chlorine, salt water, harsh chemicals, and abrasive products.
  • After wearing, gently wipe the piece with a clean, soft cloth.
  • Store each piece separately in a dry pouch or jewelry box to prevent scratching and tangling.

Gold-Plated Jewelry

Gold plating is a delicate surface finish that can gradually wear with use. Careful handling helps preserve its color and shine.

  • Apply perfume, lotions, makeup, and hairspray before putting on your jewelry, and allow them to dry completely.
  • Remove your pieces before swimming, showering, exercising, washing your hands, or sleeping.
  • Avoid contact with water, sweat, chlorine, salt water, alcohol, cleaning products, and abrasive surfaces.
  • After wearing, gently wipe the piece with a dry, soft cloth. Do not use silver polish, chemical cleaners, or abrasive cloths.
  • Store each piece separately in a dry pouch or jewelry box to reduce scratching and friction.

Handmade Pieces

For handmade accessories made with gold-plated or gold-filled components, avoid pulling, twisting, bending, or placing heavy objects on the piece. Handle clasps and delicate components gently.

A Simple Care Routine

Last on, first off: put your jewelry on after cosmetics and fragrance, and remove it before changing clothes or beginning your nighttime routine.

Please note that the longevity of any jewelry finish depends on frequency of wear, skin chemistry, climate, and care. Natural wear, tarnishing, or fading caused by use is not considered a manufacturing defect.