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If you've purchased jewelry, it's important to take the time to take care of it. Just a little effort can make even a simple piece of jewelry last for a long time. In this article, you'll find out ways you can take better care of your jewelry, and how you can make old jewelry look like new.

Your jewelry should be removed prior to and during completion of daily chores and cleaning. Many household cleaners and chemicals are very caustic and can significantly compromise the quality of gold and silver, as well as that of the more colorful gems like rubies, emeralds, and sapphires. If you cannot remove rings, you should wear thick, protective gloves on each hand.

Don't let a jewelry store clerk pressure you into buying a piece of jewelry that you may not want. Much like real estate agents, jewelry store clerks mostly work on commission and they get paid for each piece of jewelry they sell. Don't purchase something quickly to appease the impatient clerk. Remember, this is an investment that does take some initial thought.

Wearing too much jewelry can look gaudy. It may appear that you are seeking attention or that you may be bragging that you can afford a lot of jewelry. Instead, downplay jewelry and let it make the statement of enhancing your beauty instead of diminishing it. Tons of jewelry can be confusing and distracting to the viewer and may cause discord with all the bling of it.

If your jewelry is causing skin irritation, there are certain steps you can take to minimize it. You can use a small amount of powder on the skin in the area the jewelry will be touching. This helps absorb moisture, which will then lessen the chances of allergies or irritation.

When shopping for jewelry pick out items that will compliment your skin tone and eye color to enhance your beauty and provide a stunning look. Wearing gems that match your eye color will compliment you, making your look appear to be more natural than by using stones of another shade.

Whenever using any product which contains bleach, you should never wear your rings or fine jewelry! The chemicals in bleach can cause silver, gold, and other metal alloys to chemically breakdown. Your jewelry will become irreparably damaged. Since there are chlorine (bleach) products in swimming pools and hot tubs, the same rules apply in regards to jewelry removal.

When choosing earrings, test the weight in the store. You can't--and shouldn't--try them on, but holding them in your hand may be able to tell you if they're too heavy for all-day wear or just too heavy. Heavy earrings will eventually become painful. No matter how nice they look, you won't want to wear them if they're not comfortable.

If you are purchasing jewelry strictly for adornment purposes, you should buy 10K gold. The reason is you will get a much better price on 10K gold than on 14K or 18K. Even though the purity level is less, 10K gold will still wear well and hold up over time.

If you're having a traditional wedding and your family wants you to wear heirloom jewelry, find out what you will be wearing as early as possible! You'll need to match your other items to what your family will be giving you. So ensure you have enough time to snag a pair of earrings or a bracelet to match.

Taking care of your jewelry lets you get the most for your money. A quality piece of jewelry should be able to last you a lifetime. Thanks to the tips in this article, you now know how to keep your jewelry looking great. If you keep the advice here in mind, you'll be enjoying your favorite earrings and necklaces for years to come.