Jewelry Care Guide – Warm Fortune Wholesale

Proper care keeps jewelry looking retail-ready longer. This guide helps retailers understand material basics and share care tips with customers.

1. Gold-Plated Jewelry 

  • Wipe gently with a soft, lint-free microfiber cloth after each wear.
  • For deeper cleaning, dip cloth in lukewarm water with a drop of mild dish soap, wipe, and dry immediately.
  • Never soak gold-plated items. Avoid abrasive cloths or polishing compounds.

2. 925 Sterling Silver

  • Naturally tarnishes when exposed to air and moisture.
  • Daily wiping with a silver polishing cloth removes early tarnish.
  • For tarnish or deeper cleaning, use a soft cloth with mild soap and lukewarm water, then dry thoroughly. For plated sterling silver, avoid harsh silver dips or abrasive polishes unless the product care instructions specifically recommend them.

3. Moissanite

  • Mohs hardness about 9.25 — highly scratch-resistant, while settings and plated finishes still need normal jewelry care.
  • Clean with soft brush, warm water, and mild soap. Rinse thoroughly to remove residue.
  • Ultrasonic cleaning can be safe for moissanite itself, but the setting, plating, or overall construction may require caution. If product-specific guidance is unavailable, use gentle hand cleaning or consult a jeweler.

4. Cubic Zirconia

  • Mohs hardness about 8 to 8.5 — durable for fashion jewelry but more prone to scratching than moissanite.
  • May require more frequent cleaning to prevent buildup and clouding.
  • Same cleaning method: soft brush, warm water, mild soap.

5. Storage Tips

  • Keep pieces separated to prevent scratches — harder stones can scratch softer ones.
  • Store in individual pouches or jewelry boxes with soft lining.
  • Keep in cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity.

6. Daily Wear Habits

  • Apply perfumes, lotions, hairsprays before putting on jewelry.
  • Remove before swimming, showering, or exercising — chlorine, saltwater, sweat cause corrosion.
  • Put jewelry on last when dressing, take off first when undressing.

More wholesale jewelry resources

Review the Jewelry Material Guide for material terminology, the Wholesale Jewelry Buying Guide for assortment planning, the Jewelry Gift Guide for gifting and presentation, and the Wholesale Jewelry FAQ for ordering questions.