Jewelry Care Guide: How to Maintain Shine and Longevity

Different metals need different care. Here's what actually works for each.

AURÉV works exclusively in 18K solid gold and sterling silver, chosen partly because both are genuinely easy to care for. Here's how to keep them, or any fine jewelry you own, looking their best.

Protect Jewelry from Chemicals & Moisture

Perfume, lotion, hairspray, and cosmetics can dull metal surfaces and speed up tarnish. Put jewelry on last when getting ready, and remove it before swimming or cleaning, especially around chlorine or ammonia-based products.

Sterling silver reacts with sulfur compounds in the air over time. Worth knowing: it's silver left sitting unworn that tarnishes fastest, not silver worn daily, since regular contact actually helps keep it polished.

For the full explanation, see why sterling silver tarnishes, and for how this plays out specifically in a humid climate, see which metal holds up best in HK/SGP humidity.

Store Jewelry Properly

Keep pieces in a clean, dry space, ideally in soft pouches or lined compartments, to prevent scratches, tangling, and oxidation. Storing pieces separately reduces friction between them, which matters most for silver.

How to Clean Gold & Sterling Silver Jewelry

• Soak and clean: lukewarm water with mild soap; brush gently with a soft tool.
• Rinse and dry: rinse thoroughly, dry with a lint-free cloth.
• Wipe after wear: a quick wipe removes oils and slows tarnish buildup.
• Avoid abrasives: skip toothpaste and harsh cleaners, especially on silver.
• Professional cleaning: worth it occasionally for intricate designs.

18K solid gold resists tarnish naturally, while sterling silver is easy to restore with light, regular care.

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Which Metal Is Easiest to Care For

18K Solid Gold: highly tarnish-resistant, minimal maintenance.

Sterling Silver: strong and easy to clean; tarnishes over time but restores quickly, and wearing it regularly slows that process.

If sensitive skin is also a factor in your choice, see is sterling silver safe for sensitive skin.

Gold Vermeil and Gold-Plated Jewelry

Both need gentler handling than solid gold or sterling silver, since the surface layer is thin and can wear, fade, or discolor over time. Better suited to occasional wear than daily use.

Where AURÉV Fits

AURÉV works exclusively in 18K solid gold and sterling silver, both genuinely low maintenance with the care above. Shop chains or start a bespoke commission.