JEWELRY CARE
Your Moon Dance Charms jewelry is made to be worn and enjoyed. A little care goes a long way in keeping your gemstones, beads, leather and metal details looking beautiful.
Here are a few simple ways to care for your jewelry and Apple Watch bands.
Everyday Care
Jewelry naturally comes into contact with your skin, oils and the products you use every day.
As a simple rule, make your jewelry the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off.
Try to avoid direct contact with perfume, hairspray, body lotion, sunscreen and other cosmetics. Apply these products first, let them dry, and then put on your jewelry.
Keep It Away From Water
Remove your jewelry before showering, swimming, exercising or going into a sauna.
Chlorine, salt water and repeated exposure to water can affect leather, elastic, metal components and some natural stones.
If your jewelry does get wet, gently pat it dry with a soft cloth and allow it to dry completely before storing it.
Cleaning Gemstones & Beads
For everyday cleaning, gently wipe your jewelry with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth after wearing it.
If a piece needs a little more cleaning, use a slightly damp soft cloth and gently wipe the beads or stones. Avoid soaking the jewelry, and don't use harsh household cleaners, alcohol or abrasive products.
Because natural gemstones vary in hardness and porosity, gentle cleaning is always the safest approach.
Caring for Leather & Wrap Bracelets
Leather develops character naturally over time, but keeping it away from water will help it stay beautiful for longer.
Avoid soaking your wrap bracelet or wearing it in the shower or while swimming. If the leather gets wet, blot away excess moisture and let it dry naturally at room temperature.
Avoid placing wet leather near a heater or using a hairdryer.
Caring for Your Apple Watch Band
Your beaded and gemstone Apple Watch band deserves the same gentle care as your jewelry.
Try to keep the beads, leather and connectors away from water, perfume, creams and hairspray. After wearing your band, you can gently wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
When removing your Apple Watch band, handle it by the connectors rather than pulling on the beads or cords.
Caring for Elastic Bracelets
When putting on an elastic bracelet, gently roll it over your hand rather than stretching it wide and pulling it over your wrist.
Avoid overstretching the elastic, and keep it away from water, perfume and harsh chemicals.
These small habits help reduce unnecessary strain on the elastic.
How to Store Your Jewelry
Store your jewelry somewhere clean, dry and away from direct sunlight.
Keeping pieces separately is ideal, especially gemstone and beaded jewelry, as this helps prevent scratching and tangling. The Moon Dance Charms pouch your piece came in is perfect for this.
Before storing a piece, make sure it is completely dry.
A Little Care Goes a Long Way ♡
Handmade jewelry is meant to be enjoyed, and it doesn't need complicated maintenance. Treat it gently, keep it dry, and give it a quick wipe after wearing it.
Is your wrap a little too long?
Wrap bracelets and Apple Watch wrap bands can usually be shortened at home. Here is a step-by-step guide with photos. If you're unsure, contact me before you cut anything.
Not sure how to care for your piece?
Different materials sometimes need slightly different care. If you're unsure about your particular bracelet, necklace, earrings or Apple Watch band, just get in touch.
Tell me which piece you have, or send me a photo, and I'll be happy to help.