Caring for your Keepsakes
How to Care for Keepsake Memorial Jewellery
Your keepsake resin memorial jewellery holds deep emotional significance, as it represents a lasting connection to a loved one. Whether your jewellery contains cremation ashes, a lock of hair, or other sentimental materials, caring for it properly is essential to ensure its beauty and longevity.. By following a few simple but crucial steps, you can protect your memorial piece and keep its sentimental value intact for years to come.
1. Store Your Keepsake Jewellery Properly
To preserve the clarity and shine of your jewellery, it’s important to store it with care:
- Use a soft pouch or jewellery box: Place your memorial piece in a soft pouch or a separate compartment in a jewellery box to prevent it from getting scratched or tangled with other items.
- Avoid contact with hard surfaces: Storing your jewellery separately ensures that it doesn’t rub against harder metals or stones, which could cause unwanted wear or damage to the resin.
2. Protect Resin from Harsh Conditions
The resin in your memorial jewellery is durable, but sensitive to certain environmental factors. Taking precautions will keep it looking beautiful for years to come:
- Avoid harsh chemicals: Substances like perfume, hairspray, cleaning products, or lotions can damage the resin over time. Always put on your jewellery after applying products to your skin or hair.
- Keep away from extreme temperatures: Prolonged exposure to very hot or cold conditions can cause the resin to become brittle or warp.
- Limit exposure to sunlight: Extended exposure to direct sunlight can cause discoloration or fading of your resin piece. Store your jewellery in a cool, shaded area when not wearing it, this will prevent discolouration to the resin.
3. Clean Your Resin Jewellery Gently
Regular cleaning can maintain the brilliance, but it’s important to clean it with care:
- Use mild soap and water: Clean the resin gently with a soft cloth and a mixture of mild soapy water. Avoid using abrasive cleaners or materials that could scratch the surface.
- Dry and polish carefully: Once your jewellery is dry, you can gently polish the resin with a microfiber cloth if needed. This will restore its shine without damaging the delicate surface.
- Polish with a soft cloth: Sterling silver may tarnish over time, but polishing it gently with a soft cloth can restore its natural shine.
4. Remove Jewellery During Certain Activities
While memorial jewellery is designed to be durable, certain activities can put it at risk:
- Avoid swimming or bathing with jewellery on: Chlorine and salt water can weaken the resin and dull its surface. Take your jewellery off before swimming or bathing.
- Remove jewellery before exercising: High-impact activities or exposure to sweat can affect both the resin and metal components of your jewellery. Removing your piece during physical activity will help preserve its condition.
Why Proper Care Matters for Memorial Jewellery
Your Celestial Keepsakes memorial jewellery holds irreplaceable sentimental value. Taking the time to care for your piece ensures that it remains a beautiful and cherished memento of your loved one. By following these care tips, you can help your precious memorial jewellery retain its brilliance, clarity, and emotional significance for years to come.
Conclusion:
Your memorial treasure isn’t just a piece of jewellery—it’s a heartfelt connection to the memory of a loved one. Caring for it properly ensures that it remains a lasting tribute to their life and your relationship.
By protecting it from environmental damage, cleaning it gently, and storing it safely, you’re safeguarding not just a beautiful item but also the deep emotional ties it represents.
If you have any further questions about how to care for your memorial jewellery, or if you’re interested in creating a custom piece, feel free to reach out to us, we're here to help you honour your loved one in the most meaningful way.