Your diamonds can not only get dirty as a result of your daily activities but can also gather dust when not wearing them. The lotions and soaps we use or even our natural oils in the skin can create an oily film on the diamond’s surface and spoil its shine. In order to maintain the brilliance and shine of the diamonds, regular cleaning is necessary and all it takes is a few minutes.
First, you can make a bowl of warm water with a mild detergent and dip the diamonds in it. Use a lipstick brush to clean the diamonds while in the suds. Make sure you rinse the suds completely after cleaning them. You can also use a tea strainer to hold them while doing the rinsing. After cleaning, use a lint free cloth or a jewelry polish cloth to dry them up.
If the stains on the diamonds are heavy and require thorough cleaning, you may soak the stones in an ammonia solution for thirty minutes after which you can remove them and brush them gently with a small brush. Put the stones back in the solution and swish them for a few minutes then remove them and pat them dry.
If mixing cleaning solutions turns out to be a bother for you, liquid jewelry cleaners are also available in most department stores. Most of these cleaners come in complete kits. It is advisable to select the most appropriate cleaners for your diamonds but more importantly, read all the instructions carefully.
For the more advanced individuals, there are the multiple ultrasonic cleansers in the market. These are machines that employ a high frequency to create a cleaning motion on the diamonds. The machines also vary depending on the type of jewelry to be cleaned, so it is wise to read and understand all the instructions before using them.
As much as the choice of cleaning the diamonds solely depends on you, it is important to keep your diamonds clean to maintain their brilliance and lucidity. While cleaning the diamonds, avoid touching them with your bare hands. Alternatively, handle them by their edges to them maintain their shine for longer periods.
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