HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR KOSINER JEWELRY:
GOLD PLATED:
Although gold plated will maintain its shine and will resist tarnish, following these best practices will ensure a long, beautiful life of your piece:
·Remove jewelry during physical activities (running, cross-fit, gardening, hiking, swimming, household chores, etc.)
·Remove jewelry when using chemicals: shampoos, harsh soaps, lotions, makeup, hairspray, etc. Even some household items and foods that contain sulfur should be avoided whenever possible.
·Avoid prolonged exposure to chlorine, pools, hot tubs or spas.
·Store your jewelry in a dry, air-tight area (e.g. zip-lock bag). Always clean your piece before storing. Use a generic micro fiber cloth or lens cloth to remove any oxidation or tarnish marks. Gently rub across the surface until the shine has been restored. Occasionally, remove skin oils by rinsing with warm water and buffing with a soft cloth or microfiber fabric.
STERLING SILVER:
Sterling silver tarnishes naturally and occurs with even the most expensive sterling silver. Tarnishing with sterling silver is caused by a chemical reaction between the sterling silver and the air and any chemicals that come in contact with it. Your skin oils and body chemistry may actually help to preserve the sterling silver, which is why we recommended you wear it frequently!
Follow these suggested practices to ensure the long, beautiful life of your piece :
·Remove jewelry during physical activities (running, cross-fit, gardening, hiking, swimming, household chores, etc.)
·Remove jewelry when using chemicals: shampoos, harsh soaps, lotions, makeup, hairspray, etc. Always put jewelry on last, after your hair and makeup routine, as the last finishing touch!
·Sulfur is very corrosive and should be avoided, and can be found in household products (fruit juice, eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, rubber, steel wool).
·Moisture and sunlight can cause tarnishing. Take off your piece when showering, bathing, swimming or sunbathing.
·When cleaning your piece, start by using mild soap and water and gently clean the piece with your fingers. Make sure your piece is completely dried when finished cleaning to avoid oxidation.
·Store your jewelry in a dark, low-humidity area and in an air-tight container such as a Zip-lock bag. You should always clean your piece before storing. You can use anti-tarnishing papers and bags for storage.
Although rare, some individual body chemistry can react with sterling silver and cause tarnishing. Pregnancy, thyroid disorders, hormone levels, medications and more can affect body alkalinity versus acidity, and may cause a reaction with your piece. It’s definitely a wild-card and is based on the individual.
