How to care

Contrary to solid gold, which contains a high consistency of gold alloy, gold-plated jewelry is composed of a base metal (think: brass, copper, stainless steel) and is later covered through a plating process with a thin layer of gold.

How to Keep Gold-Plated Jewelry from Tarnishing

Ahead, learn four easy steps and tricks to keep gold-plated jewelry from tarnishing, according to jewelry designers.

Invest in a Soft Cloth (given with the 300 first orders)

Clean your jewels once every 3 months with the provided cloth. Start by gently rubbing the surface of the gold-plated jewelry and clean or spot treat as needed. Never use a polishing cloth, as this will strip away the plating.

Avoid Unnecessary Contact with Water

To keep your pieces from premature damage, be sure to take off gold-plated jewelry when swimming. Water won’t damage it, but chlorine or salt water can and soapy water as well. Be careful while showering. And because of the chemicals present in perfume, hairspray, makeup, deodorants, and other beauty products, Lune’s golden rule is to make gold-plated jewelry the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off.

Be Mindful with Perfume

Avoid spraying your plated pieces—or even solid gold pieces—directly with perfume. Depending on the perfume, the chemicals can create a reaction like oxidation, which basically means it can turn your gold black.

Store Gold-Plated Jewelry Strategically

We recommended storing jewelry in a pouch (provided with your jewels), case, or jewelry box to prevent tarnishing and fading. “If you want to take the ultimate care of your jewelry, store in a dark, cool, and dry place to avoid humidity and heat, which can cause tarnishing.