5 Mistakes That Damage Your Jewelry Without You Knowing

You take care of your jewelry—yet some everyday habits wear it down without you realizing it. Here are the 5 most common mistakes, and how to avoid them so your Maison Lumélia pieces stay as beautiful as the first day.

Mistake #1: Storing them haphazardly in a box

This is the most common mistake. When jewelry touches, it scratches each other—even stainless steel is not immune to micro-scratches caused by other metals or stones.

The good habit: Store each piece of jewelry separately in a soft cloth pouch, or use a compartmentalized organizer. A simple velvet tray makes all the difference.

Mistake #2: Exposing them to perfumes and creams

Perfumes, moisturizers, and sun oils contain chemical compounds that can tarnish the surface of your jewelry and alter its brilliance in the long term—even with a quality PVD finish.

The good habit: Always apply your beauty products before putting on your jewelry. The golden rule: jewelry on last, jewelry off first.

Mistake #3: Forgetting them during sports

Perspiration is acidic. Even though 316L steel resists it very well, repeated and prolonged exposure without cleaning can leave deposits on the surface. Shocks and friction during exercise can also mark delicate pieces.

The good habit: Remove your delicate jewelry before an intense workout. For raw steel pieces, a simple rinse with clear water after sports is sufficient.

Mistake #4: Cleaning them with abrasive products

Baking soda, toothpaste, scouring pads—these DIY methods found online can permanently scratch the surface of your jewelry, especially those with a satin or PVD finish.

The good habit: Clean your Maison Lumélia jewelry with a soft, slightly damp cloth. For a deeper clean, use lukewarm water with a drop of mild soap, then dry immediately.

Mistake #5: Leaving them in the sun or in a humid place

Excessive heat can affect zircon stones and resins. Constant humidity promotes limescale deposits.

The good habit: Store your jewelry in a dry place, away from direct light. A small jewelry box in your bedroom is the ideal spot.

In summary

Taking care of your jewelry doesn't take much time—just a few simple reflexes. At Maison Lumélia, we design pieces meant to last. It's up to you to provide them with the conditions to do so.