Jewellery is more than an accessory. It carries emotion, identity, and moments that matter. Whether it’s your everyday 1gm or 2gm forming gold, a gleaming Moti necklace, or the delicate craftsmanship of Jadtar, Villandi, or Antique 92.5 silver pieces, every ornament deserves care that matches its beauty.
Yet, small everyday habits can quietly dull their shine, loosen stones, or cause tarnish. Here are the five most common jewellery care mistakes and how to fix them effortlessly.
1. Why does my jewellery fade so quickly?
Your jewellery fades because it is exposed to perfumes, lotions, makeup, and hair products before being worn. These chemical particles cling to metals and stones and slowly reduce their shine.
What happens when you wear jewellery too early?
- Perfume settles on forming gold, causing premature dullness
- Lotions leave residue that weakens shine
- Makeup particles stick to stone settings
- Hair sprays and serums react with 92.5 silver and pearls
How to fix it
- Always wear jewellery last after your entire grooming routine
- Allow skincare and makeup to absorb fully before putting jewellery on
- Keep sprays and creams away from open jewellery boxes
This simple shift can almost double the life and lustre of your favourite pieces.
2. Is it safe to wear jewellery during daily activities?
Sweat, water, detergents, and heat are harmful to both forming gold and silver jewellery. Everyday tasks cause subtle but continuous damage.
What damages jewellery during activities?
- Sweat reacts with forming gold and fades its polish
- Water accelerates tarnish in silver
- Heat and steam loosen stone settings
- Detergents break down adhesive in Jadtar and Villandi work
- Pearls in Moti jewellery absorb moisture and lose their glow
How to fix it
- Remove jewellery while cooking, cleaning, exercising, or swimming
- Keep jewellery away from humid spaces like bathrooms
- Use a small dish or tray for temporary safe-keeping during activities
A few seconds of care can prevent months of damage.
3. Why do the stones in my jewellery become loose?
Oils, dust, sweat, and skin residue collect around and under the stones, weakening their grip over time. This is especially common in intricate pieces like Jadtar, Villandi, and Antique silver jewellery.
Why stones become loose
- Natural oils from skin create slippery buildup
- Dust accumulates under kundan-style settings
- Moisture weakens glue or resin in delicate pieces
- Tiny movements during wear slowly shift the stone
How to fix it
- Wipe jewellery after every use with a soft, lint-free cloth
- Clean around stone edges gently never soak kundan or pearl pieces
- Get stones checked and tightened once in a while
Most stone loss is preventable with simple after-use care.
4. Why does my silver jewellery turn black so fast?
Real 92.5 silver reacts naturally with air and humidity. Tarnish isn’t poor quality, it’s a natural oxidation process that happens faster when jewellery is stored incorrectly.
What causes silver to tarnish?
- Exposure to air and humidity
- Storing all jewellery pieces together
- Pearls or stones rubbing against metal
- Keeping jewellery in damp drawers or bathrooms
- Touching silver with moisturised or sweaty hands
How to fix it
- Store each piece separately in soft pouches
- Use airtight containers or anti-tarnish strips for silver
- Keep away from sunlight and moisture-heavy areas
- Avoid mixing pearls and metal pieces in the same pouch
Proper storage can dramatically slow down tarnish and protect stones.
5. Why did my jewellery bend or break?
Forming gold, kundan work, pearls, and 92.5 silver jewellery are crafted delicately. Sudden pressure, pulling, or dropping pieces can bend, crack, or damage them.
Why jewellery gets damaged
- Lightweight forming gold chains bend easily
- Kundan stones in Jadtar and Villandi pieces shift under pressure
- Antique silver dents when dropped
- Pearls scratch when rubbed against metal
- Throwing jewellery into bags causes stress on delicate designs
How to fix it
- Handle jewellery gently, especially while removing
- Hold pieces from the base, not from thin chains
- Never toss jewellery onto surfaces
- Remove earrings slowly to avoid pulling
- Place jewellery down carefully before storing
Treat your pieces like they’re handmade because they are.
Quick Fixes for Common Jewellery Problems
If jewellery looks dull
- Use a soft cloth to gently buff the surface
- For non-stone forming gold, use mild soap and warm water
If silver has turned black
- Use a silver-cleaning cloth
- Avoid DIY pastes on pieces with pearls or stones
If stones feel loose
- Stop wearing the piece immediately
- Get it tightened professionally
If pearls lose shine
- Wipe with a microfiber cloth only
- Never clean pearls with soap or water
Final Thoughts
Jewellery is meant to shine for years, not just moments. With a few mindful habits, your forming gold, Antique silver, Jadtar, Villandi, and Moti collections can stay as radiant as the day you bought them.
Clean gently. Store separately. Wear thoughtfully.
Little habits, big impact.
Frequently Asked Questions:-
1. How often should I clean my jewellery?
Wipe your jewellery after every use with a soft cloth. For deeper cleaning, once a month is enough for forming gold and silver pieces.
2. Why does my silver jewellery turn black quickly?
Real 92.5 silver reacts to air and humidity. Storing it in airtight pouches with anti-tarnish strips slows down oxidisation.
3. Can I wear forming gold jewellery every day?
Daily contact with perfumes and lotions can reduce shine faster.
4. How do I protect kundan or Jadtar stone jewellery?
Keep these pieces away from water and steam. Clean gently without soaking and store separately in soft pouches.
5. Are pearls sensitive to perfumes and water?
Yes. Pearls absorb moisture and chemicals easily. Always wear Moti jewellery last and wipe with a soft cloth after use.