Jewelry Care Guide

Your Ivy & Pearl Co. jewelry is made to be worn, loved, and kept. Thoughtful care will help preserve the finish, brilliance, and beauty of your pieces for years to come.

Gold-Filled Jewelry

Our gold-filled jewelry is crafted with a substantial layer of gold bonded over a brass base, creating a beautiful, durable finish designed for lasting wear when properly cared for.

To preserve your piece:

Gently wipe with a soft, dry cloth after wearing to remove oils and residue.
For a deeper clean, use lukewarm water with a small amount of mild soap. Rinse gently and dry completely with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Avoid abrasive polishing cloths, brushes, or chemical jewelry cleaners, which may wear the gold layer over time.
Limit prolonged contact with perfume, lotions, hairspray, household cleaners, chlorine, and salt water.
Remove before swimming, showering, exercising, or sleeping whenever possible.
Store separately in a soft pouch or lined jewelry box to protect the surface from scratches.

Fine Gold & Pearl Jewelry

Fine gold and pearls are timeless materials designed to be treasured. With thoughtful care, their natural beauty can be preserved for generations.

For fine gold:

Clean gently with lukewarm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth or very soft brush when needed.
Rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Avoid chlorine, harsh chemicals, and abrasive cleaners.
Remove before strenuous activity or household cleaning to protect against scratches, bending, and impact.
Store pieces individually to prevent delicate chains from tangling and polished surfaces from scratching.

White gold may be finished with rhodium for a bright, polished appearance. With regular wear, this finish can naturally soften over time and may occasionally benefit from professional refinishing.

For pearls:

Gently wipe pearls with a soft, slightly damp cloth after each wear.
Avoid soaking pearls or exposing them to jewelry cleaners, detergents, or harsh chemicals.
Keep pearls away from perfume, hairspray, cosmetics, and lotions.
Put pearls on last when getting ready and remove them first at the end of the day.
Store pearls separately in a soft pouch or lined compartment to protect their delicate surface.
Avoid storing pearls in airtight containers for extended periods.

Natural & Lab-Grown Diamonds

Natural and lab-grown diamonds share the same essential physical and chemical properties and can be cared for in the same way.

While diamonds are exceptionally durable, everyday oils and residue can collect on their surface and diminish their brilliance.

To keep your diamonds brilliant:

Soak briefly in lukewarm water with a few drops of mild dish soap.
Gently clean around the diamond and setting with a very soft brush.
Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Avoid chlorine, bleach, abrasive cleaners, and harsh household chemicals.
Never use sharp objects to clean underneath a stone or around its setting.
Store diamond jewelry separately to protect surrounding jewelry from scratches.

For important diamond pieces, we recommend periodic professional inspections to ensure stones, prongs, clasps, and settings remain secure.

Everyday Care

A few simple habits can make a meaningful difference in the longevity of your jewelry.

Last on. First off. Put your jewelry on after applying perfume, skincare, makeup, and hair products, and remove it first when getting undressed.

Keep it dry. Remove jewelry before swimming, bathing, exercising, or using household cleaning products.

Handle with care. Fine chains, settings, clasps, pearls, and prongs can be damaged by pulling, pressure, or impact.

Clean gently. When in doubt, use a soft cloth and the care method recommended for your piece. Avoid ultrasonic or steam cleaners unless they are confirmed safe for every material and stone in the jewelry.

Storing Your Jewelry

Store each piece separately in its original Ivy & Pearl Co. packaging, a soft pouch, or a lined jewelry box.

Keep jewelry in a cool, dry place away from prolonged sunlight, excessive humidity, and extreme temperatures. Fasten necklaces and bracelets before storing to help prevent tangling.

When traveling, use a padded jewelry case with individual compartments to protect pieces from movement, scratches, and impact.

A Note on Natural Wear

Beautiful jewelry is meant to be worn. Over time, fine metals may develop subtle surface marks and finishes may naturally evolve with wear. This is a natural characteristic of jewelry and part of the life of each piece.

Regular gentle cleaning, thoughtful storage, and occasional professional care will help preserve its beauty.

Caring for Your IVP Jewelry

If you notice a loose stone, weakened clasp, damaged prong, or other change in your jewelry, discontinue wearing the piece until it can be inspected.

For questions about caring for a specific Ivy & Pearl Co. piece, please contact hello@ivypearlco.com. We are always happy to guide you on the appropriate care for your jewelry.