Jewellery Care

It's important that you store your Vanessa Penelope Jewellery in dry locations to prevent tarnishing, dirt build up and chemical corrosion. Although gold does not tarnish, it is important to store sterling silver jewellery separate from gold jewellery to maintain its original shine and integrity. Gold is a soft metal that scratches easily so it is important to take precautions to prevent wear and tear; try not to sleep with your jewellery to avoid chains from tangling, stones getting snagged on fabrics, deformities or scratches. Avoid showering with your jewellery to prevent soaps from getting trapped on metal surfaces or stones, leaving a milky residue. It is especially important to remove any pearl jewellery in showers and pools to prevent the pearls from falling out prematurely or losing their lustre. 

The good news! Cleaning your gold jewellery is quite manageable and something you can do yourself! Fill a bowl with warm water and add a spoon of dish soap, give it a stir and let your jewellery sit for about 15 minutes. Take a soft toothbrush and gently scrub with the mixture to clean the jewellery that has been soaking. You can air-dry your pieces and with a soft cloth make sure there is no remaining moisture. This method is one of the fastest and easiest ways to restore your special pieces!