The Finishing Touch
Apply perfume, skincare and cosmetics first, allowing them to dry before putting on your jewellery. Protect each piece from unnecessary moisture, chemicals, friction and impact.
A RITUAL OF LONGEVITY
Jewellery Care
Care for what carries your story. A few thoughtful rituals help preserve the finish, lustre and natural character of your Cirque D’Or jewellery.
THE EVERYDAY RITUAL
Simple Habits, Lasting Beauty
Designed to be worn and enjoyed. Gentle care helps every piece retain the qualities that make it yours.
Wipe After Wear
Gently wipe away oils and residue with a clean, soft, non-abrasive cloth after wear. Use light pressure, avoiding pulls on chains or catches on settings.
Give Every Piece Its Place
Store pieces separately in soft pouches or individual compartments to prevent scratches and tangles. Keep away from heat and humid bathrooms; pearls should not be stored in excessively dry conditions.
CARE BY MATERIAL
Every Material Has Its Own Character
Choose your material below to explore care and storage guidance. When a piece combines several materials, follow the gentlest instructions for the entire piece.
THE CARE LIBRARY
Care by Material
Gold Vermeil
A warm 18kt gold finish over sterling silver.
Care & Storage
Keep gold vermeil away from perfume, lotions, cleaning products, prolonged moisture and repeated friction. Gently wipe after wear with a clean, soft, dry, non-abrasive cloth using light pressure.
Do not use silver polish, chemical dips, abrasive or chemically treated polishing cloths, steam or ultrasonic cleaners. Gentle care helps preserve the gold layer over sterling silver.
Do not use silver polish, chemical dips, abrasive or chemically treated polishing cloths, steam or ultrasonic cleaners. Gentle care helps preserve the gold layer over sterling silver.
Rhodium-Plated Sterling Silver
A bright, cool-toned finish over a sterling silver foundation.
Care & Storage
Clean with a soft, dry, non-abrasive cloth using minimal pressure. Keep away from harsh chemicals and prolonged rubbing.
Avoid silver dips, abrasive polishing products and vigorous polishing, which can gradually wear the rhodium surface. Follow the guidance for any pearls or gemstones set in the piece before considering further cleaning.
Avoid silver dips, abrasive polishing products and vigorous polishing, which can gradually wear the rhodium surface. Follow the guidance for any pearls or gemstones set in the piece before considering further cleaning.
Freshwater Pearls
Natural lustre that rewards a gentle touch.
Care & Storage
Put pearls on after perfume, lotions, hairspray and cosmetics, allowing products to dry first. Wipe gently after wear to remove perspiration and residue.
If needed, use a very soft cloth lightly dampened with clean water, then allow the piece to dry before storage. Never soak the finished jewellery, scrub pearls, or use chemical cleaners, steam or ultrasonic machines.
Store separately in a soft pouch so pearls do not rub against metal or harder stones. Protect from excessive heat and avoid excessively dry storage.
If needed, use a very soft cloth lightly dampened with clean water, then allow the piece to dry before storage. Never soak the finished jewellery, scrub pearls, or use chemical cleaners, steam or ultrasonic machines.
Store separately in a soft pouch so pearls do not rub against metal or harder stones. Protect from excessive heat and avoid excessively dry storage.
Mother of Pearl
Layered iridescence with a delicate natural surface.
Care & Storage
Avoid perfume, cosmetics, hairspray, household chemicals, prolonged moisture, heat and abrasive surfaces. This guidance also applies to black Mother of Pearl.
Wipe gently with a soft, non-abrasive cloth. If needed, lightly dampen the cloth with clean water and dry the surface carefully. Do not soak, scrub, steam or use an ultrasonic cleaner.
Store separately to preserve the delicate surface and protect it from scratching against harder jewellery.
Wipe gently with a soft, non-abrasive cloth. If needed, lightly dampen the cloth with clean water and dry the surface carefully. Do not soak, scrub, steam or use an ultrasonic cleaner.
Store separately to preserve the delicate surface and protect it from scratching against harder jewellery.
Malachite
Expressive green banding, cared for with consideration.
Care & Storage
Keep malachite away from chemicals, acids, perfume, cleaning products, heat, prolonged moisture and sudden temperature changes. Protect against scratches and hard knocks.
Wipe carefully with a soft, dry, non-abrasive cloth. Do not soak the finished jewellery or use steam or ultrasonic cleaners. If residue remains after gentle wiping, contact us before trying a cleaning solution.
Wipe carefully with a soft, dry, non-abrasive cloth. Do not soak the finished jewellery or use steam or ultrasonic cleaners. If residue remains after gentle wiping, contact us before trying a cleaning solution.
Lapis Lazuli
Deep blue colour and individual mineral character.
Care & Storage
Protect lapis lazuli from perfume, household chemicals, solvents, heat, prolonged moisture and hard impact. Store separately to reduce scratching and rubbing against harder jewellery.
Wipe gently with a soft, dry, non-abrasive cloth for routine care. Do not soak the finished piece or use steam or ultrasonic cleaners. Stone treatments and the surrounding finish can affect cleaning suitability; contact us before deeper cleaning.
Wipe gently with a soft, dry, non-abrasive cloth for routine care. Do not soak the finished piece or use steam or ultrasonic cleaners. Stone treatments and the surrounding finish can affect cleaning suitability; contact us before deeper cleaning.
Turquoise
Distinctive blue-to-green colour with a gentle care routine.
Care & Storage
Keep turquoise away from cosmetics, perfume, cleaning products, oils, perspiration, acids, excessive heat and prolonged moisture. Protect from scratching and hard knocks.
Gently wipe with a clean, soft, dry, non-abrasive cloth after wear. Do not soak the finished jewellery or use chemical dips, steam or ultrasonic cleaners. Stone treatments and surrounding materials can affect cleaning suitability; contact us before deeper cleaning.
Gently wipe with a clean, soft, dry, non-abrasive cloth after wear. Do not soak the finished jewellery or use chemical dips, steam or ultrasonic cleaners. Stone treatments and surrounding materials can affect cleaning suitability; contact us before deeper cleaning.
Garnet
Rich colour, protected from impact and rough wear.
Care & Storage
Protect garnet and its setting from hard knocks, scratching, rough wear and sudden temperature changes. Keep the finished jewellery away from harsh cleaning chemicals.
Gently wipe with a soft cloth after wear. Garnet itself can be cleaned with mild soap and lukewarm water, but the surrounding plating, other stones and settings may require a gentler method. Follow the care guidance for the entire piece and contact us before deeper cleaning.
Do not use steam or ultrasonic cleaners at home.
Gently wipe with a soft cloth after wear. Garnet itself can be cleaned with mild soap and lukewarm water, but the surrounding plating, other stones and settings may require a gentler method. Follow the care guidance for the entire piece and contact us before deeper cleaning.
Do not use steam or ultrasonic cleaners at home.
Natural Zircon
Lively brilliance, distinct from cubic zirconia.
Care & Storage
Avoid rough wear, sharp impact, excessive friction and rubbing against harder jewellery. Protect natural zircon from excessive heat and store each piece separately.
Use a soft, non-abrasive cloth for routine care. Natural zircon itself can be cleaned with mild soap and lukewarm water, but the surrounding finish and other materials may require a gentler method. Follow the care guidance for the entire piece and contact us before deeper cleaning.
Do not use steam or ultrasonic cleaners.
Use a soft, non-abrasive cloth for routine care. Natural zircon itself can be cleaned with mild soap and lukewarm water, but the surrounding finish and other materials may require a gentler method. Follow the care guidance for the entire piece and contact us before deeper cleaning.
Do not use steam or ultrasonic cleaners.
Chains, Clasps & Settings
Protecting the connections that hold your piece together.
Care & Storage
Fasten clasps before storage, lay chains flat or hang them individually, and avoid pulling delicate components.
Check links, clasps, prongs and settings periodically. Stop wearing a piece if any component feels loose or a stone moves, and contact us before further cleaning or use.
Check links, clasps, prongs and settings periodically. Stop wearing a piece if any component feels loose or a stone moves, and contact us before further cleaning or use.
Storage & Travel
A considered place for every piece, at home and away.
Care & Storage
Keep each piece separately in its Cirque D’Or pouch or box. Store away from direct sunlight, heat and humidity. When travelling, use individual pouches or compartments rather than packing jewellery loosely.
For pearls, avoid excessively hot or dry storage conditions.
For pearls, avoid excessively hot or dry storage conditions.
THOUGHTFUL HABITS
Wearing, Resting & Storing
Bathing, Swimming & Activity
For lasting lustre, remove your jewellery before bathing, swimming, exercise and household cleaning. Soaps, chlorine, salt water, perspiration and cleaning chemicals can affect finishes and delicate natural materials.
Let Your Jewellery Rest Overnight
Removing jewellery before sleep helps prevent chains from snagging and settings from being placed under pressure. Give each piece its own place to rest, ready for the next wear.
Have a question about your piece?
Contact Cirque D’Or for care guidance