Jewelry Care Instructions
Caring for Your Inga Vaughn Jewelry
Your handcrafted jewelry is designed to be treasured for years to come. With proper care, each piece will maintain its quality and beauty.
General Care for All Pieces
- Put jewelry on after applying cosmetics, perfume, lotion, and other beauty products
- Remove before showering, bathing, swimming, or exercising
- Avoid sleeping in your jewelry or wearing it continuously
- Clean gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth
- Store pieces lying flat on a soft surface
Silk Cord Necklaces Silk cords require special attention as they can stretch and suffer wear over time:
- Never get silk cords wet - remove before any water activities
- Avoid extensive wear to prevent cord damage
- Store flat to maintain the cord's integrity
- Handle gently when putting on and taking off
Pearl Jewelry Pearls are delicate organic gems that need extra care:
- Keep separate from other jewelry to prevent scratching
- Store in a soft cloth or pouch, never in plastic bags
- Avoid direct sunlight and moist environments
- The natural oils from your skin actually benefit pearls, but limit continuous wear
Ethiopian Opal Jewelry Opals are extremely soft stones requiring the most careful handling:
- Never expose to water or harsh chemicals
- These pieces are particularly sensitive to damage
- Extra gentle cleaning is essential
- Store with special care to prevent chips or cracks
What to Avoid
- Water exposure (especially for silk cords and opals)
- Harsh chemicals and cleaning products
- Sleeping or exercising while wearing jewelry
- Storing pieces together where they can scratch each other
- Plastic storage bags and humid environments
Questions? If you have specific questions about caring for your piece, please reach out to me at help@ingavaughn.com. I'm here to help you keep your jewelry beautiful!