Jewellery Care Guide
Last updated: September 8, 2026
Your Zebia jewellery is made with care and craftsmanship — with a little care from you, it'll stay beautiful for years to come. Here's how to keep every piece looking its best.
1 General Care Tips
- Keep it dry: Remove jewellery before showering, swimming, or exercising. Water, chlorine, and sweat can dull plating and weaken settings over time.
- Last on, first off: Apply perfume, lotion, hairspray, and makeup before putting on your jewellery, and remove your jewellery before washing your hands or face.
- Avoid chemicals: Keep jewellery away from household cleaning agents, chlorine, and harsh detergents, which can cause discoloration or damage plating.
- Handle with care: Avoid direct contact with rough surfaces; store pieces separately to prevent scratches and tangling.
- Wipe after wear: Gently wipe your jewellery with a soft, dry cloth after each use to remove oils, sweat, and residue before storing.
2 Storage Tips
- Store each piece separately in a soft pouch, jewellery box with compartments, or the original Zebia packaging to prevent scratching and tangling.
- Keep jewellery in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and humidity.
- For chains and necklaces, keep them clasped or laid flat to avoid knots and tangles.
- Avoid storing jewellery in the bathroom or near a window, where moisture and sunlight can accelerate tarnishing.
- If a piece won't be worn for a while, consider storing it in an airtight pouch or zip-lock bag to minimize air exposure.
3 Cleaning Your Jewellery
Routine cleaning: Gently wipe with a soft, lint-free or microfiber cloth after each wear.
Deeper cleaning (for non-plated, solid metal pieces only — check product details first):
- Mix a few drops of mild soap with lukewarm water
- Soak the piece for a few minutes, gently clean with a soft-bristled brush (e.g., an old, clean toothbrush)
- Rinse carefully and pat dry immediately with a soft cloth
Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, steam cleaners, or abrasive polishing cloths unless specifically recommended for your piece — these can damage plating, delicate stones, or enamel work.
For plated jewellery specifically: avoid soaking or scrubbing, as this can wear down the plating faster. A gentle wipe with a dry, soft cloth is best.
4 Category-Specific Care
Earrings & Nose Pins
- Clean gently around posts/backs where oils and product buildup can collect.
- Avoid sleeping in earrings to reduce pressure on settings and skin irritation.
Rings
- Remove before activities involving hand contact — washing dishes, gardening, workouts, or applying hand cream.
- Be mindful of impacts against hard surfaces, which can loosen stone settings over time.
Bangles & Bracelets
- Put on and remove carefully to avoid bending or scratching, especially for cuff-style or adjustable pieces.
- Avoid stacking multiple metal bangles that can scratch each other — store separately when possible.
Necklaces & Pendants
- Unclasp before removing to avoid stress on the clasp and chain.
- Store flat or hung to prevent tangling and kinking of delicate chains.
Anklets & Waist Chains
- Remove before swimming, bathing, or vigorous exercise, as these are more exposed to sweat and friction.
- Check clasps periodically for wear, given the higher movement these pieces experience.
Arm Cuffs
- Handle gently when adjusting the fit — avoid repeated wide bending, which can weaken the metal over time.
5 What to Avoid
- Wearing jewellery in the shower, pool, or sea
- Spraying perfume or hairspray directly onto jewellery
- Sleeping or exercising while wearing delicate pieces
- Using toothpaste, baking soda, or harsh chemical cleaners
- Storing multiple pieces tangled together in one pouch
- Exposing jewellery to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures for long periods
- Attempting repairs, resizing, or polishing at unauthorized/local jewellers (this may void your warranty)
6 Understanding Natural Wear
Plating fade: Gold/rhodium plating naturally wears thinner with regular use over time — this is expected and not a manufacturing defect. Following the care tips above will help extend its life.
Gemstone variation: Natural or semi-precious stones may have minor inclusions or slight color variations — this is part of their natural character, not a flaw.
Tarnishing: Sterling silver may naturally tarnish with air exposure; regular gentle cleaning helps maintain its shine.
7 When to Reach Out for Warranty Support
If you notice a manufacturing defect — a broken clasp, loose stone setting, or structural issue — within your warranty period, please don't attempt a DIY fix or visit a local jeweller. Instead, reach out to us directly so we can help:

