How to clean your stainless steel jewelry?

Blackened steel jewelry: How can you make it shine again?

Stainless steel is increasingly used in the creation of DIY costume jewelry. We love stainless steel jewelry because it can be worn with just about any outfit and any style. The result will always be on-trend.
Men, too, are drawn to its raw color and aesthetic appeal.

On our product pages, the label “nickel-free” indicates that the stainless steel product complies with REACH regulations. Although it contains nickel due to its composition, no nickel is released.

Has your stainless steel jewelry turned black, and are you wondering how to fix it? You’ve come to the right place! To keep it shiny and ensure it lasts, it’s important to clean and care for your stainless steel jewelry regularly.

How do you clean stainless steel?

There are several ways to care for your stainless steel jewelry and restore its shine.

• White vinegar: simply rub it with a soft cloth and a few drops of white vinegar.
  Another option: soak your jewelry for two hours in a mixture of warm water and white vinegar. Rinse with water and dry with paper towels. Be careful—this method isn’t suitable if your jewelry features an adhesive element or a cabochon, as the hot water could dissolve the adhesive.
• Baking soda: Make a mixture of warm water and baking soda. Clean your jewelry with this solution, then rinse it thoroughly several times.
• Marseille soap: You can also use Marseille soap or dish soap. Be sure to rinse thoroughly several times with clean water. Finally, wipe your jewelry dry with a soft, clean cloth.
• Lemon: Apply a little lemon juice diluted with water to a cloth, then gently rub your jewelry. Then, as always, rinse it with clean water.
• Toothpaste: Gently scrub your jewelry with a toothbrush and a small amount of toothpaste. Don’t forget to rinse!

Please note: For chains and componentsmade ofgold-plated stainless steel or Rose Gold-plated stainless steel clasps, avoid acidic cleaners such as vinegar, lemon, or toothpaste. These could damage the finish.

As a reminder: What is stainless steel?

It’s an alloy of iron, chromium, nickel, and carbon. It has many advantages:

• As its name suggests, it is stainless. This means it doesn’t tarnish, change color, or rust.
• It is not corrosive. It is very durable. It does not warp.
• It is hot-workable. It can be engraved.
• It is hypoallergenic. It does not cause allergic reactions on the skin or redness, except in rare cases.
• It is easy to maintain. It is resistant to rust and stains. However, its color may be altered by dust, sweat, perfume, hairspray, cosmetics, and hygiene products.

In addition, stainless steel is an affordable metal, as it is less expensive than gold or silver.

All these advantages make it an ideal metal for creating DIY costume jewelry. If all of this has convinced you and you’re now looking for ideas, check out our DIY stainless steel jewelry designs, as well as our jewelry components, findings, and stainless steel chains.