Ideally, rings are simply cleaned while washing your hands. Chains and, above all, earrings, however, require regular, targeted cleaning.
A fine, soft makeup brush is often faster and more thorough than an ultrasonic bath. Soak the jewelry briefly in a bowl of lukewarm water and a little soap. Then hold it firmly with your fingers under the water and clean it carefully with the brush. Once everything is clean, rinse the jewelry with clear water and dry it carefully with a clean cloth. Paper towels are best, as they are very absorbent and cleaner than a multi-use cloth. It is always best to dry the jewelry off rather than just letting the water evaporate. This prevents water spots and residues.
A fine, soft makeup brush is important. A hard brush like a toothbrush should not be used.
Try not to move the jewelry around in the bowl, as silver or gold could get scratched against it. Therefore, always hold the jewelry firmly in your hands while underwater.
For older jewelry that has been worn for a very long time and features a coating, this may wear off over time. In this case, even a soft brush could further erode the already damaged coating. Clean such jewelry with extra care.
You can find more on this in our blog:
Cleaning jewelry with ultrasonic – why a fine brush is better