How to clean your jewelry at home

Portia Arthur

February 1, 2016 12:05 PM

Jewelry, whether real, cultured, or faux, they must be cleaned with care to make them shine bright.

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Ever look under your ring? Lotion, soaps, and everyday dirt can clog the prongs, making stones appear faceless and flat. Even gold chains and pendants can get dirty and sticky through everyday wear.

What you need

Small bowl
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 teaspoon dish detergent

1 cup hot water
Aluminum foil
Paper towel
Old toothbrush

Method

3. Drop in your jewelry and let sit in the cleaner for 10 minutes.

4. Remove your jewelry and use the toothbrush to gently scrub around any prongs, groves in the jewelry, or gemstones.

5. Rinse after cleaning, and pat dry.

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Portia Arthur