jewelry care
General Care
Avoid Moisture, keep your jewelry dry. Remove it before bathing, swimming, or exercising to prevent tarnishing.
Protect from Chemicals: Avoid contact with lotions, perfumes, hairsprays, and cleaning products, as these can cause discoloration.
Store Properly: Store your pieces in a dry place, preferably in an airtight bag or jewelry box, to minimize exposure to air and humidity.
Cleaning Your Brass and Copper Jewelry
Polish Regularly: Brass and copper naturally develop a patina over time. If you prefer a shiny finish, gently polish your jewelry with a soft cloth.
Homemade Cleaner Option: Mix a small amount of lemon juice or vinegar with salt to form a paste. Apply it gently to the jewelry, then rinse with warm water and dry thoroughly.
Avoid Abrasives: Use only soft cloths or brushes to prevent scratches.
Additional Tips
Wear Often: Brass and copper develop a natural glow with regular wear, as the oils from your skin can help prevent tarnishing.
Handle Stones Carefully: If your piece includes semi-precious stones, avoid submerging it in water or applying cleaning agents directly to the stones. Use a soft cloth to clean them gently.
By following these simple care tips, your jewelry will remain a treasured part of your collection. Each piece is handcrafted with love, designed to add a touch of elegance and uniqueness to your everyday life.
patination process
What is Patination?
Patination is a natural or intentional process that alters the surface of metals like brass and copper, creating a unique layer of color and texture. Over time, exposure to air, moisture, and sweat from your skin causes a reaction on the metal's surface, forming a thin layer called patina. This can range in color from soft browns and greens to deep blues, giving the jewelry an antique or artistic look. No two patinas are alike, making each piece of jewelry truly one-of-a-kind.
Some pieces are intentionally patinated using heat, chemicals, or natural methods to achieve specific colors and effects, while others develop their patina naturally through wear and time.
Patination itself is not toxic. If a piece is patinated using safe, non-toxic methods or natural processes, the resulting layer is harmless.
We use non-toxic solutions or mild chemicals. The finished jewelry is sealed with wax, ensuring it is safe to wear and it also protects the patina.
Patination is a beautiful and safe aspect of brass and copper jewelry, adding to its uniqueness and charm. Whether you embrace the evolving character of your jewelry or prefer to maintain a polished look.
Why Does Copper Leave Marks on the Skin?
If you've ever noticed a greenish or bluish mark on your skin after wearing copper jewelry, don't worry—this is a completely natural and harmless reaction! Here's why it happens:
Chemical Reaction: Copper reacts with sweat and acids from your skin or the environment. This reaction forms copper salts which can leave a green residue.
pH Levels: If your skin has a higher acidity (lower pH), the reaction is more likely to occur, resulting in more visible marks.
Our skin’s pH is changing according to our diet, water intake, tiredness and other environmental factors. The green marks are not toxic or harmful. Copper is a safe material to wear and is even used in medical and therapeutic applications.
In fact, some people believe that copper jewelry offers health benefits, such as reducing inflammation or improving circulation, although these claims are not scientifically proven.
