LAST ON, FIRST OFF

Wear jewellery after skincare & perfume; remove before sleep.

AVOID HARSH CHEMICALS

No bleach, chlorine, acetone or abrasive cleansers.

SAFE STORAGE

Keep pieces separate in a soft pouch to prevent scratches.

  • Lab-Grown Diamonds

    Very durable, but can chip if knocked at the edges. Avoid hard impact and remove during heavy activities. Store pieces separately to prevent scratching other jewelry.

  • 14K/18K Gold

    Soft and prone to fine scratches. Take off before sports, swimming, or household chores. Store separately to avoid friction with other jewelry and maintain its shine.

  • Platinum

    Dense and ideal for daily wear. It develops a natural matte patina over time, which many love for its character, but it can be polished back to a high shine if preferred.

Care by Jewelry Type

Wedding Bands 
Scratches are normal with daily wear. To keep shine, polish gently with a jewelry cloth. Store bands separately to avoid friction, especially if stacked with other rings.
Necklaces
Clasp before storage to prevent tangling. Remove before sports or sleeping to avoid breakage. Handle pendants by the clasp, not the chain. Wipe oils from the chain regularly.
Bracelets
Frequent wrist contact can dull shine. Remove before heavy lifting, or applying lotion and perfume. Store flat in a soft pouch to prevent bending or twisting.

Earrings

Close to skin and hair products, so wipe after each wear. Ensure backings are secure before leaving home. Store pairs together and disinfect posts occasionally for hygiene.

How to Clean Your Jewelry at Home

Diamond Jewelry Cleaning

  • Set Up: Place a towel and use a small bowl.
  • Solution: Add 1–2 drops of mild dish soap to 250 ml warm water.
  • Soak: Soak for 10–15 minutes, repeat if needed.
  • Brush: Gently clean with a soft toothbrush.
  • Rinse & Dry: Rinse in lukewarm water and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.
  • Finish & Inspect: Buff with a cloth and check for loose diamonds.

Cleaning Frequency

  • Wipe gently after every wear (especially for rings and eternity bands worn daily).
  • Full clean every 2–4 weeks (more often if using lotion or sunscreen).
  • Professional clean & inspection annually.

Avoid

  • Harsh chemicals (bleach, chlorine, acetone)
  • Abrasive cleaners (toothpaste, baking soda)
  • Ultrasonic/steam cleaners on delicate settings.

Where to Keep Your Diamond Jewelry

Proper storage is just as important as cleaning when it comes to protecting the brilliance of your lab-grown diamond jewelry. Always store each piece in its own soft pouch or lined jewelry box, so that metals and diamonds don’t rub together and create scratches. Rings and eternity bands, for example, should not be stacked loose, as friction can wear down prongs or dull polish.

For travel, use a hard jewelry case or zip pouch with compartments to keep necklaces, earrings, and bracelets from tangling or pressing together. At airport security, remove jewelry and place it in your carry-on to avoid snagging or loss. 

Never wrap jewelry in tissue paper or paper towels. These materials tear easily and are often mistaken for trash. Instead, use travel-friendly pouches that close securely. For long-term storage at home, keep jewelry in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and humidity. By giving your diamond rings, wedding bands, and colored diamond pieces a safe environment, you’ll preserve both their beauty and structural integrity for years to come.

When to Remove Your Diamond Jewelry

To keep your lab-grown diamond jewelry in its best condition, it’s important to know when to take it off.

Always remove before

  • Workouts, swimming, gardening, or heavy lifting – physical activity can bend prongs, chip diamonds, or scratch metal surfaces.
  • Hot tubs or chlorinated pools – chlorine and heat can weaken metal over time, especially in white gold and eternity bands.
  • Household cleaning – bleach, acetone, and other harsh chemicals not only dull diamonds but also corrode gold and platinum settings.

By removing your jewelry during these situations, you prevent unnecessary wear and ensure your diamond necklaces, bands, and earrings stay brilliant for years to come.

FAQs

Can I shower with my Elora jewellery?

Occasional water contact will not harm your lab-grown diamonds, but soaps, shampoos, and conditioners leave films that dull their brilliance. Over time, this buildup can reduce sparkle and leave residue around prongs or clasps. To maintain maximum shine, it’s best to remove your diamond rings, necklaces, and bracelets before showering and put them back on once you’re dry.

Are lab-grown diamonds safe for ultrasonic cleaning?

The diamond itself is safe, but not all settings are. Ultrasonic cleaners can shake loose pavé, micro-prongs, or older settings. They should also never be used on emeralds, pearls, opals, or treated colored diamonds such as pink, blue, green, or yellow. For everyday pieces like engagement rings, eternity bands, and diamond earrings, we recommend gentle at-home cleaning or scheduling an annual professional inspection with Elora.

How should I store multiple pieces together?

Always store each item separately in soft pouches or lined compartments. Diamonds are the hardest natural material and can scratch other diamonds, gemstones, and metals if kept together. This is especially important for stacking styles like eternity bands, wedding bands, and pinky rings, which can rub against one another. For necklaces and bracelets, clasp them before storing to prevent tangles.

Does Elora provide cleaning or repair?

Yes. Elora offers annual cleaning and inspection for all jewelry. Our bench jewelers also provide resizing, engraving, polishing, and stone tightening. Most services are completed within 7–10 days, so you can quickly enjoy your refreshed lab-grown diamond jewelry. If you own colored diamond pieces, our team will advise on the safest cleaning and care methods for each gemstone.