How to Care for a Diamond Ring

Known as a woman's best friend, the diamond has captivated hearts since the dawn of time.💍

This special gemstone is, above all, one of the allotropic forms of solid carbon—put simply, carbon formed under extreme pressure. It is also so precious because it is extremely difficult to mine. Polishing, setting, mounting—these gems are the result of genuine artisanal craftsmanship and require an incredible amount of work before they can be showcased on Place Vendôme.
If you are the lucky owner of this incredible jewel, it's in your best interest to protect it as much as possible from life's little mishaps. Even diamond dealers will tell you: while diamonds may be forever, their care and cleaning should never be taken lightly.

To keep it sparkling in your eyes, here are a few tips:

Table of Contents: 

• Cleaning your diamond rings with mild soap and water
• Use a specialized diamond cleaner
• The ultrasonic cleaner: the diamond savior 
• Soda, toothpaste, and baking soda: a bad good idea 
• Reviving and preserving the sparkle of your solitaire diamond ring

Cleaning your white diamond rings with mild soap and water 

This is a tip often shared when talking about caring for your jewelry. And for good reason—it's practically the ABCs of jewelry cleaning. Beyond being very easy, we all have some water and soap at home. So you have no excuse to skip this step!
Just as a reminder, opt for a mild, natural soap to avoid damaging your diamond accessories.

1. In a bowl, first pour a little warm, soapy water.
2. Let your ring or necklace soak in it for about fifteen minutes.
3. With a small soft-bristled brush or a soft-bristled toothbrush, you can gently scrub your jewelry to remove any dirt and unwanted dust embedded in it. 
4. Rinse your precious gem in cold water and dry it with a soft cloth until all moisture is completely absorbed.

Use a specialized diamond cleaner

Did you know that there are many products designed specifically to clean and care for diamonds? You won't find them everywhere, but jewelers will be able to point you in the right direction if they don't sell them themselves.

If you decide to buy one, it's an affordable and highly convenient solution, as it is both fast and effective. 

Be sure, however, to consider the setting of your jewelry. Depending on what it's made of (gold, bronze, copper, silver, platinum, etc.), you'll need to choose the right product to stay on the safe side. 

The ultrasonic cleaner: the diamond savior

Used in fine jewelry, this tool is undoubtedly one of the favorite toys of a jeweler or goldsmith. While they long remained out of reach for us jewelry lovers among mere mortals, they are now accessible to us! Of course, those available to the general public aren't as powerful as the ones used by jewelry specialists, but no matter—they'll do just fine for what you need: efficiently cleaning your diamond rings. (I say "your" diamonds, and if you truly fall into the category of people who own several, know that we're envious—all the more reason to take great care of them!)

Before investing in this machine, make sure to seek professional advice to avoid any risk of damaging your precious pieces.

Soda, toothpaste, and baking soda: a bad good idea

You'll probably read countless articles, tips, and tricks online claiming that using a well-known soda is a great hack for cleaning diamonds. While that might have some truth to it, we strongly advise against it. The same goes for baking soda, which is usually a household favorite of ours. We have our reservations because these ingredients contain potent substances that could very well do more harm than good to your jewelry. Although diamonds are very tough, they remain extremely precious, and we want to keep you from taking unnecessary risks. 

Reviving and preserving the sparkle of your solitaire diamond ring

Who doesn't want to see the splendor of their jewelry sparkle in every circumstance? Naturally, we want treasures like these to endure through the years and accompany us for a lifetime. So, here are a few handy tips to help you preserve all the radiance and brilliance of your jewelry set and make everyone who lays eyes on it green with envy. 

• Always remove your diamond jewelry—especially your rings—when doing manual tasks, or wear gloves. 
• Take off your jewelry when working out.
• Do not wear them while swimming or showering. 
• Take care not to damage them with household cleaning products.

And since we're somewhat experts on the matter, always remember to store your jewelry in boxes. Whether set with precious stones, pearls, sapphires, or costume fashion pieces, our jewelry is much more than simple fashion accessories. Our wedding rings, signet rings, and curb bracelets often journey with us through life's most meaningful milestones, telling our stories. 

In the same boat, we advise you to carefully store each of your rings, bangles, and other earrings in suitable jewelry boxes that leave no room for accidents. Safely tucked away in their little cases, your jewelry collection will weather many storms with you, and your gemstones will become almost timeless.

Do you need to have certain pieces appraised? Sell your antique jewelry or simply get more information? You can contact a gemologist, visit gemological centers, and request a certificate of authenticity from experts. Whether it's to assess potential estate value, simply stay informed, or sell your pieces, it's always useful to learn more about the origin and composition of our favorite jewelry.