Bloomtine's Jewellery Care Guide: Keep Your Pieces Sparkling for Years to Come

Fine jewellery is made to last a lifetime, but a little care goes a long way toward keeping it looking its best. Here's how to look after each material in your Bloomtine collection - gold vermeil, sterling silver, solid gold, moissanite, and lab diamond.

Gold Vermeil

Gold vermeil is a thick layer of 14K or 18K gold over sterling silver, and it needs gentle handling to stay bright. Avoid wearing it while showering, swimming, or applying lotions and perfumes. Store pieces separately in a soft pouch to prevent scratches, and clean gently with a soft, lint-free cloth, lightly dampened with warm water if needed.

Sterling Silver

Sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver mixed with 7.5% metal alloy. Store it in an airtight bag when not in use to slow natural tarnishing, and polish regularly with a silver polishing cloth rather than a rough fabric. As a rule, put your silver jewellery on last in your routine, after perfumes and lotions have been applied and absorbed.

18K Solid Gold

Solid gold is designed to last a lifetime with the right care. Wearing it frequently actually helps prevent tarnish. For a deeper clean, soak it in warm, soapy water for a few minutes, use a soft brush (an old toothbrush works well) to lift any dirt, then buff with a microfiber or jewellery polishing cloth. Store separately from other pieces to avoid scratching.

Loves Frequency™ 18K Mother of Pearl Diamond Pendant

Moissanite

Moissanites are prized for their brilliance and fire, often outshining traditional diamonds - but that brilliance means they show oil and dirt quickly, so regular cleaning matters. Soak in warm water with a little mild dish soap, then polish with a lint-free cloth. Avoid bleach, chlorine, and other harsh cleaning agents, which can dull the setting over time.

Lab-Grown Diamonds

Lab-grown diamonds are identical in composition to natural diamonds, so they're cared for the same way. Mix warm water with a drop of dish soap, gently brush with a soft-bristled toothbrush, and avoid lotions, creams, and oils that leave a film on the stone. It's worth having prong settings checked occasionally to make sure stones stay secure.

General Tips for Every Piece

Take it off first. Remove jewellery before swimming, exercising, or doing household chores.
Perfume and lotion first, jewellery last. Let skincare and fragrance absorb fully before putting pieces on.
Store thoughtfully. A jewellery box with separate compartments, or individual soft pouches, prevents pieces from scratching each other.

Angel Wing Premium Gold Vermeil Bangle

Where to Shop Bloomtine

In person: Wolf & Badger, Soho, London. Online: explore the full jewellery collection anytime, with worldwide shipping.

A little care, worn consistently, is what turns a beautiful piece into a lifelong one. Treat your Bloomtine jewellery well, and it'll keep sparkling for every chapter still to come.