Jewellery Care and Maintenance Guide
To preserve the beauty, energy, and longevity of your jewellery, it’s advised to follow these care guidelines.
General Care:
- Avoid Chemicals and Moisture: Remove jewellery before bathing, swimming, or applying lotions and perfumes. Prolonged exposure to water, especially hot water, can weaken metals and damage crystals.
- No Vigorous Activities: Avoid wearing jewellery during exercise or strenuous activities, as this can cause unnecessary wear and tear.
- Safe Storage: Remove jewellery before sleep to prevent chain breakage or crystal damage, and store in a soft, clean space.
Cleaning Your Jewellery:
- Non-Abrasive Cleaning: Gently clean your jewellery with a soft cloth and mild soap if necessary. Avoid abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals, or scrubbing tools, which can scratch the surface of the metal and crystals.
- Polish: Use a polishing cloth specifically designed for silver or gold jewellery to maintain its shine.
Crystal Care:
Crystals absorb energy over time, so regular cleansing and recharging are essential to maintaining their optimal vibration and alignment with your spiritual intentions.
Cleansing Your Crystal:
- Sage or Incense Smoke: Pass your crystal through the smoke to clear negative energy.
- Running Water: Gently rinse your crystal under cool running water (ensure the crystal is water-safe).
- Earth Burial: Bury your crystal for 24 hours to reconnect with natural energy.
- Rock Salt: Place your crystal in a bowl of dry rock salt for several hours to absorb unwanted energy.
- Selenite Plate: Lay your crystal on a selenite slab to naturally cleanse its energy.
Charging Your Crystal:
- Full Moon Light: Leave your crystal under the full moon overnight to absorb lunar energy.
- Sunlight: Brief exposure to gentle sunlight helps recharge your crystal’s power.
- Selenite or Clear Quartz: Place your crystal alongside selenite or clear quartz to amplify and restore its energy.
Important Precautions:
- Fragile Crystals: Some crystals, like selenite or fluorite, are delicate. Avoid dropping them or exposing them to rough surfaces.
- Avoid Hot Water: Never expose your crystals to hot water, as it may weaken them.
Final care: recycle any metals, return any broken or disused crystals back to the nature, and select a new companion for the next life chapter.
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