August 08, 2025

Glow On: Essential Jewelry Care for Lasting Sparkle

✨ INTRODUCTION

The first time you opened that FITINY box, time slowed. Tissue paper whispered, the lid lifted, and your favorite ring—multicolor moissanite catching a thousand tiny suns—met you with a flash that felt like a promise. Since then, it’s been with you for quiet coffees, late-night rideshares, and mirror-checks before stepping into rooms you were born to own. Care is how we honor that glint. It’s the way we keep your story bright.

✨ CARE ESSENTIALS

Here’s how to clean and store by material—because every sparkle speaks its own language.

Moissanite: Add a drop of mild dish soap to warm water. Soak for 10 minutes, then brush gently (especially under the stone) with a soft toothbrush. Rinse with clean water and dry with a microfiber cloth. Moissanite is highly durable and resists clouding; what dims it is everyday oil and lotion—so a quick weekly cleanse restores that kaleidoscopic fire. Ultrasonic cleaners are generally safe for solid settings, but avoid if your piece has delicate pavé or glued components.
S925 Sterling Silver: Silver loves a soft touch. Wipe after wear with a non-abrasive polishing cloth. If it tarnishes, wash with mild soap and lukewarm water, then pat dry—no paper towels. For stubborn tarnish, use a gentle silver polish made for jewelry. Store in an anti-tarnish pouch with a silica gel packet, and keep each piece separate to prevent scratches. Daily wear can actually slow tarnish—just avoid steam, chlorine, and sulfur-heavy spaces.
Gold-Plated Jewelry: Think “soft and simple.” After wear, wipe with a lint-free cloth to remove sweat and perfume. If needed, a brief bath in mild soapy water followed by a quick rinse is enough. Dry completely. Avoid friction (no aggressive scrubbing or stacking that rubs) and keep gold-plated pieces in their own pouch so textures and prongs don’t abrade the plating. Skip ultrasonic and harsh chemicals.
Cubic Zirconia (CZ): CZ thrives on clarity. Clean with warm water and a gentle soap, brushing the culet and gallery to free trapped oils. Rinse thoroughly and buff with a microfiber cloth. Keep lotions and hairspray away from surfaces; apply first, let them settle, then put on your sparkle. Store individually to avoid scuffs on facets.

Travel Smart: Use a structured jewelry case with dividers. For rings, slip each into a padded slot; for earrings, secure backs and place pairs together. Magnetic clip-ons travel best clipped onto a small card or cushioned foam so the magnets don’t knock against other metals.

✨ STYLING PROTECTION

First on, last off? Flip it: skincare, sunscreen, and perfume first—jewelry last. Let everything absorb to protect plating and stones.
Sweat & Water: Remove pieces before workouts, saunas, pools, or the ocean. Chlorine and salt can dull metals and weaken adhesives in pavé settings. After a high-energy day, wipe your jewelry clean.
Layering Safely: Build with intention. Stagger necklace lengths so pendants don’t clash. Stack rings with smooth spacers to minimize friction against pavé or plating. For ears, mix textures but watch contact points—stackable earrings love a little breathing room.
Weather Notes: Extreme heat, sudden cold, and humidity can stress metal and trap moisture. If your ring feels loose or tight with temperature shifts, give it a rest in its pouch.

✨ STORY OR SYMBOLISM

Jewelry is a time capsule you can touch. Every flash of moissanite color is a memory lit from within: the message you braved sending, the laugh you couldn’t hold back, the mirror moment that said, “I’m ready.” Care isn’t fussy—it’s affectionate. It’s how you safeguard the chapter you’re in so the next one starts with the same luminous confidence.

✨ FAQ

Q: Will moissanite lose its sparkle over time? A: No. Moissanite doesn’t yellow or cloud. Oils can create a film—regular gentle cleaning restores full fire.

Q: Can I shower with S925 sterling silver or gold-plated pieces? A: It’s best to remove them. Water, steam, and soaps accelerate tarnish on silver and can wear down gold plating.

Q: How do I keep CZ from looking hazy? A: Clean with warm soapy water, rinse well, and dry with a microfiber cloth. Avoid hairspray, lotions, and harsh cleaners.

Q: Are magnetic clip-on earrings delicate? A: Treat them thoughtfully: avoid moisture, wipe after wear, and store clipped on a card or cushioned to prevent scuffs.