Jewelry Care Guide
How to Care for Your Jewelry
Breastmilk jewelry is very strong, but is still susceptible to damage and isn't as durable as some of the harder stone jewelry. To best preserve your jewelry, I recommend the following:
Store in a cool, dark place when not worn and avoid exposure to high levels of humidity when possible.
Avoid direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations. Always remove your breast milk jewelry before tanning or using a sauna.
I recommend removing your breastmilk jewelry before you bathe or shower, before you wash your hands or apply hand sanitizer, and before you go swimming. The buildup of residue and chemicals from your water supply or swimming pool can dull the sheen of your breastmilk stone over time.
When needed, clean your breastmilk jewelry using cool water and mild soap, avoiding jewelry cleaners and harsh chemicals. Alcohol, while useful for cleaning the metal parts of jewelry, can potentially damage the surface of your breast milk jewelry stone, and it’s best to avoid exposure to perfume as well, since it is often alcohol-based. If contact with chemicals or even oils from your skin do dull the luster of your breastmilk stone, simply polish it with a soft, clean rag to restore its shine.
In addition, your breastmilk stone will be extremely hard, but this does not mean that it will be scratch-proof. Sharp edges can scratch the surface of your stone, so be mindful of your jewelry when handling abrasive items, and take care when layering your jewelry, as rubbing can cause unintentional wear.
Finally, with all that being said, please don’t let any of these precautions stop you from wearing-and enjoying-your breastmilk jewelry piece. If you treat it carefully, your breast milk jewelry will easily last long enough to keep and pass down, and you and your children will be able to cherish it for decades to come.