It should be known that gold being the most precious metal, the jewels do not change color, but can tarnish and lose their luster. To clean the gold bracelets, it is very simple because it is enough to take toothpaste or dishwashing liquid. In the first case, it is a matter of gently brushing your bracelet with a toothbrush moistened with warm water. In the second case, immerse your bracelet in a bowl of hot water with dishwashing liquid, overnight. In both situations, cleaning should end with polishing with a soft cloth. If you're not a fan of grandmother's tricks, you can get cleaning products specifically designed for gold jewelry, available in jewelry stores and drugstores.
Silver bracelets require regular cleaning. Silver has a serious tendency to darken over time. This phenomenon is also a guarantee of quality because it is proof of the presence of solid silver. Like gold jewelry, you can use toothpaste to restore shine to your bracelet. There are also many common products to use for silver bracelets. You can take baking soda, beer, white vinegar, ashes, salt (only for jewelry that is very oxidized and not composed of stones) or lemon. No matter what product you use, it is essential at the end to clean the bracelet using a soft cloth or chamois leather. You can also use standard jewelry cleaners. On the other hand, never use bleach to clean your silver jewelry and remember to remove it every time you go to the swimming pool.
Copper-plated metal, in other words brass, can oxidize over time. To prolong the life of your bracelets as much as possible, it is absolutely essential to clean them regularly. Quite simply, you can use soapy water to restore your jewel's shine. There are other very quick and easy tricks to make in your kitchen with coke or ketchup. It may seem surprising, but it is effective! Toothpaste is also ideal for restoring shine to oxidized jewelry, such as gold and silver jewelry. For bracelets that have rusted, you can "recover" them by cleaning them with a damp toothbrush and a little soap. Then, all you have to do is apply an anti-rust liquid, available in supermarkets, or a mixture of white vinegar, lemon juice, salt and a little flour.
