Jewelry Care Guide

Let your jewelry glow as brilliantly as your journey through life.

Q: Why do I need to care for my jewelry based on its material? Can’t I use the same method for all pieces?

A: Different jewelry materials (like silver, pearls, gold, or gemstones) have unique physical and chemical properties—for example, silver tarnishes easily when exposed to sweat, while pearls (made of calcium carbonate) can be damaged by even mild chemicals. Using a one-size-fits-all care method (e.g., wiping pearls with silver cleaner) might scratch, fade, or ruin your pieces. Tailoring care to each material protects their shine, structure, and lifespan, ensuring your jewelry stays in top condition for longer.

Sterling Sliver
How to Store

-Keep it in an airtight bag (squeeze out air) or our XENIAURA jewelry box.
-Store separately from other jewelry (avoids scratches and corrosion).
-Check monthly if unused: wipe with a soft cloth, then re-seal.
How to Clean

-Mild tarnish: Wipe with a silver cleaning cloth, or soak in warm soapy water (1-2 drops neutral soap) for 3 mins, then gently scrub crevices with a soft brush and dry.
-Severe darkening: Soak in non-corrosive silver cleaner for 10-15 secs (no longer!), then dry. Or use a baking soda paste (mix with water) to wipe, then rinse.
Don’ts ❌

-Wear with perfume, skincare, or in pools/hot springs (chemicals cause tarnish).
-Clean with toothpaste, steel wool, or vinegar (scratches/corrodes metal).
-Leave in bathrooms/kitchens (humidity) or in the sun (fades shine).
-Pull hard or drop (breaks/deforms fragile parts like chains).
-Ignore tarnish (thick oxide is hard to remove later).

Rose Gold Vermeil
How to Store

-Keep in a soft velvet pouch or XENIAUR jewelry box compartment (avoids scratches from other accessories).
-Avoid humid places (like bathrooms); add a small desiccant if storing long-term.
-Take off before sleeping (prevents friction from bedding).
How to Clean

-Wipe gently with a dry microfiber cloth (removes dust/sweat) after each wear-no water needed for daily care.
-For light dirt: Dampen a cloth with cool water (no soap!), wipe quickly, then dry immediately (moisture damages the plating).
Don’ts ❌

-Wear while applying perfume, lotion, or makeup (chemicals erode the gold layer).
-Use jewelry cleaners, toothpaste, or brushes (scrubs off the thin gold plating).
-Wear in pools, oceans, or showers (chlorine/saltwater speeds up plating loss).
-Rub against hard surfaces (e.g., tables, keys)-even small scratches show through.

Gemstones
How to Store

-Separate & cushion: Keep each gemstone jewelry in a soft velvet pouch or our XENIAURA box compartment-harder gems can scratch softer ones.
-Avoid light & humidity: Store away from direct sunlight (prevents color fading in light-sensitive gems like amethyst) and humid spots.
-Lay chains flat: For gemstone necklaces, lay them flat to avoid tangling and strain on gem settings.
How to Clean

-Daily wipe: After wearing, gently wipe gems with a dry microfiber cloth to remove sweat, oil, or dust-prevents buildup that dulls shine.
-Deep clean (every 2-4 weeks): Soak in warm water + 1 drop neutral dish soap for 5-10 minutes. Use a soft-bristled brush (e.g., a clean makeup brush or baby toothbrush) to gently scrub gem surfaces and setting crevices, then rinse with cool water and dry immediately.
Don’ts ❌

-Use harsh chemicals: Avoid bleach, ammonia, perfume, or hairspray near gems-chemicals erode surfaces or discolor porous gems.
-Expose to extreme heat: Keep away from stoves, hair dryers, or hot water-sudden temperature changes can crack gems like quartz or topaz.
-Wear during rough activities: Take off gem jewelry during gardening, sports, or moving-impacts can chip gems (e.g., garnet) or loosen settings (e.g., diamond claws).
-Use ultrasonic cleaners blindly: Skip them for fragile gems or gems with inclusions-vibrations may worsen internal cracks.

pearl
How to Store

-Keep in a soft silk/velvet pouch or our XENIAURA box with separate compartments (avoids scratches from metals/gems).
-Avoid sealed bags (pearls need slight air flow) and humid spots (e.g., bathrooms).
-Keep away from direct sunlight (prevents drying and yellowing).
How to Clean

-Daily care: Wipe gently with a dry soft cloth after wearing (removes sweat/oil).
-Light dirt: Dab a cloth with cool water, wipe quickly, then dry immediately (no soap - it damages pearl layers).
Don’ts ❌

-Wear before makeup/perfume (chemicals erode pearl surfaces).
-Use cleaners, toothbrushes, or ultrasonic tools (scratch or dissolve pearls).
-Wear in showers, pools, or while sweating heavily (water/salt/acid ruin luster).
-Store with hard items (e.g., keys, diamonds) -even small bumps scratch pearls.