Care Guide for Handcrafted Gold-Plated Jewellery

Why Proper Care Matters

Handcrafted gold-plated jewellery is a labour of love — each piece carefully made by skilled artisans. With the right care, your jewellery can maintain its shine and beauty for years. Here's our complete care guide.

1. Keep Away from Water

Water is the number one enemy of gold-plated jewellery. Always remove your jewellery before bathing, swimming, or washing dishes. Prolonged exposure to water causes the gold layer to fade and stones to loosen.

2. Avoid Contact with Chemicals

Perfume, hairspray, deodorant, and skincare products contain chemicals that accelerate tarnishing. Always wear your jewellery after applying these products, and let them dry fully before putting on your pieces.

3. Store Properly

Store each piece of jewellery separately in a soft cloth pouch or a lined jewellery box. This prevents scratching between pieces and protects them from humidity and dust. Avoid storing in plastic bags, which can trap moisture.

4. Clean Gently

Use a soft, dry microfibre cloth to gently wipe your jewellery after each use. For deeper cleaning, use a slightly damp cloth — never submerge in water or use abrasive cleaning agents. Pat dry immediately after.

5. Remove During Physical Activity

Remove jewellery before exercising, yoga, or any physical activity. Sweat contains salts and acids that can corrode the gold plating over time.

6. Handle with Clean, Dry Hands

Oils and moisture from your hands can dull the finish of your jewellery. Always handle pieces with clean, dry hands, especially pieces with intricate stone settings.

7. Professional Re-Plating

With regular use, gold plating naturally wears over time. A local jeweller can re-plate your piece, restoring it to its original brilliance. Most high-quality pieces can be re-plated multiple times.

8. Rotate Your Collection

Avoid wearing the same piece every day. Rotating your jewellery allows each piece to rest and maintains the plating for longer.

Shop with Confidence

All jewellery at Vaibhav Fashion Jewellery is handcrafted with premium quality materials and careful finishing. Follow these care tips and your pieces will stay beautiful for every occasion.