Jewellery Care
Jewellery is made to be worn and enjoyed, but careful handling helps it stay in good condition over time. This guide explains how to care for MÈILI Jewellery pieces across different materials and finishes.
General Care
- Avoid prolonged contact with water, perfume, lotions, cosmetics, and household chemicals.
- Remove jewellery before bathing, swimming, exercising, or sleeping.
- Wipe pieces gently with a soft, dry cloth after wear.
- Store jewellery separately in a dry place, ideally in a soft pouch or jewellery box, away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Freshwater Pearls
Freshwater pearls are natural materials and should be treated gently.
- Avoid contact with perfume, hairspray, creams, and cosmetics.
- Pearls are best put on last and taken off first.
- Wipe gently with a clean, soft cloth after wear.
- Store with care to help protect their surface and natural lustre.
For more detailed advice on wearing, cleaning, and storing pearl pieces, read our guide: How to Care for Freshwater Pearl Jewellery.
Sterling Silver
Sterling silver, also known as 925 silver, can naturally tarnish over time.
- Clean gently with a soft cloth or suitable silver polishing cloth when needed.
- Store in a dry place when not in use.
- Avoid unnecessary exposure to moisture and chemicals.
Stainless Steel
High-quality stainless steel is durable and practical for regular wear, but it still benefits from care.
- Wipe clean after wear with a soft cloth.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals or rough abrasion.
- Store separately to help prevent scratches.
Cubic Zirconia
Cubic zirconia is used for its bright, polished appearance and should be handled with care.
- Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth.
- Avoid rough handling or impact.
- Store separately from harder or sharper items to help prevent scratching.
Gold Plating
Gold-plated jewellery benefits from careful wear and storage.
- Avoid water, perfume, lotions, cosmetics, and friction.
- Put jewellery on last and remove it first when getting ready.
- Wipe gently after wear and store carefully when not in use.
PVD Gold Plating
PVD gold plating is generally chosen for improved durability, but it still benefits from mindful care.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to water, chemicals, and surface abrasion.
- Wipe gently after wear.
- Store separately and handle with care.
Rhodium Plating
Rhodium-plated pieces should be handled gently to help preserve their finish.
- Avoid unnecessary contact with chemicals, perfume, and moisture.
- Wipe gently after wear with a soft cloth.
- Store carefully when not in use.
A simple rule
If you would like your jewellery to stay looking its best for longer, a simple routine helps: wear with care, avoid moisture and chemicals, wipe after use, and store each piece properly.