Material Care

Silver Care - avoid hot springs and water/air with sulfer content. Clean, polish jewelry regularly, store out of humidity and direct sunlight, avoid chemicals like sunscreen and soap/shampoo.

Pounamu and Nephrite Jade Care -

Most stones are 'sealed' in the polishing, buffing and final waxing (conditional processes).

Avoid chemicals like sunscreen and soap/shampoo. you can lightly oil your stone with coconut oil to 'hydrate it' - but know that the color will change slightly.

Inanga pounamu - ideally remove before ocean, hot tub, or extreme environments absorbs oils.

All stones have occlusions and pockets and the idea is to maintain their bond and not open them up over time with vibration, contaminating solvents and extreme heat.

Jasper Care - a soft porous stone, protect against dropping, soaps, HOT water especially with chemicals - hot tubs for example.

Feather Earring Care - avoid hot springs and water/air with sulfar content. Clean, polish jewelry regularly, store out of humidity and direct sunlight. You must protect feathers like wool - storing them against moths or mites, usually with cedar or by storing them in a responsible place. Consider not wearing feather earrings when your hair is wet or heavy rain is anticipated

 

Shell Care - more sensitive finish to corrosive chemicals like sunscreen and soap/shampoo.