How to Clean & Care for 925 Sterling Silver (Anti-tarnish Tips) | Rosemori Jewelry

How to Clean & Care for 925 Sterling Silver

Sterling silver is comfortable to wear but may tarnish when exposed to air, sweat or cosmetics. Follow these steps to keep it shiny longer.

1) Why Does Silver Tarnish?

  • Oxidation/sulfuration (air, sweat, hot springs, cosmetics);

  • Improper wear/storage (humidity, mixing with hard objects).

2) At-Home Cleaning in 3 Steps

  1. Polishing cloth: the safest option—rub gently along the grain.

  2. Mild wash (optional): neutral cleaner + soft brush → rinse → pat dry.

  3. Deep treatment (use sparingly on plated items): brief dip in silver solution → rinse immediately → dry thoroughly.

Note: Avoid aggressive rubbing on gold/rhodium plating; don’t soak gem-set pieces for long.

3) Wearing & Storage

  • Remove before bathing, workouts, or applying perfume/makeup;

  • Store only when fully dry, ideally in a sealed bag with desiccant;

  • Separate from hard objects to reduce scratches.

4) When to Seek Professional Care

  • Visible scratches, heavy build-up in chain/filigree, or loose stones—visit a jeweler or send for service.

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