1. How to Care For and Clean Your Diamond Earrings
Whether you diamond earrings were a gift from a loved one or a treat to yourself, it is
important to take good care of your diamonds so they stay looking their best.
Everyday Substances Dull Your Diamonds
Cosmetics, soap, cooking oils and even the natural oils from your skin can cause
your diamonds to look dull. As your diamonds begin to look duller, they will appear to
be less brilliant and smaller because they will reflect less light.
However, by regularly cleaning your diamond earrings, you can help your gemstones
to look large, lustrous and light again so your jewellery continues to look as sparkling
as the day you received it.
How to Clean Diamond Earrings
Clean the diamonds regularly by soaking them in a mild liquid detergent for a little
while. Gently brush the diamond with a soft and small brush while it’s in the soapy
suds before rinsing it thoroughly under water and carefully patting it dry with a soft
cloth.
Special jewellery cleaning products are also available and 4Cs can offer you advice
on which cleaning methods are best for your treasured piece of jewellery.
Tips on Caring for Your Diamonds
 Don’t handle your diamonds too much or touch them too often with your hands –
this will stop your own body oils dulling the diamond.
 Store your diamond earrings carefully in the box so they are not next to each
other – the diamonds can scratch each other if they are too close.
 Keep the diamond away from chlorine bleach because this can cause damage
to the setting.
 Never wear your diamond jewellery while you are doing heavy work or cleaning
the house.