caring for your jewellery

Your saltydrifts jewellery is made with solid 925 sterling silver, a beautiful and lasting material. Like all precious metals, sterling silver can naturally tarnish over time if not properly cared for—but with a little love, you can keep your pieces shining for years to come. ✨

How to Care for Your Jewellery:

  • Seaglass jewellery: Tarnishing may be more noticeable beneath lighter seaglass colours. To minimise this, avoid frequent and prolonged wear in water.

  • Non-seaglass jewellery: Sterling silver without seaglass is generally fine to wear in water—just be sure to clean it regularly to maintain its shine.

  • Keep your pieces away from perfumes, lotions, and hairsprays, as these can be harsh on silver and speed up tarnishing.

  • When not wearing your jewellery, store it in its original packaging or an airtight container. Avoid keeping it in humid areas like the bathroom.

Cleaning Instructions:
If tarnishing does occur, cleaning your jewellery at home is quick and simple:

  1. Gently scrub with warm water, a small amount of dish soap, and a soft toothbrush to remove dirt and oils.

  2. Dry the piece thoroughly.

  3. Finish by buffing with a polishing or microfiber cloth to restore its original shine.