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Imitation jewelry is very beautiful though it is not made from precious stones. However, keeping fake jewelry is not easy at all. This type of jewelry is usually more easily worn out than real jewelry. Imitation jewelry tarnishes from water, air, and cosmetics. Therefore, it can be important to learn how to preserve fake jewelry to look as beautiful as possible, especially when you want to wear them for a long time.

Steps

Part 1 of 4: Basic Steps

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   Prepare any jewelry that needs cleaning. There is no specific time when jewelry should be cleaned. As a general rule, the more you wear, the more often you have to clean it. You should clean your jewelry every few months or when it starts to dull.
   • Remember that imitation jewelry is not real gold or valuable silver and must not contain gems. Although high-grade silver is still tarnished, you should not clean it the same way with imitation jewelry. And "real" gold is not dull.
   • If you are confused about the classification of real and fake jewelry, keep in mind that clad jewelry is still considered "real". Because the outer metal layer is real gold or silver, they are still considered "real" jewelry, even if the core below is not real gold or silver. Therefore, you can use a regular jewelry cleaner to clean gold and silver plated jewelry instead of the methods mentioned in the article.
   • If you are not sure if your jewelry is real or fake, have the jeweler check the metals and stones.

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   Jewelry check. Observe if the jewelry contains stones. If so, pay attention to the amount of liquid applied around the area.
   • The liquid can flow down the rock and loosen the adhesive that attaches the stone, causing the stones to fall off immediately. Furthermore, using too much water also spoils the silver underneath - often used to make fake stones look sparkling.
   • Don't let the water stand and run down the ice to keep the glue from peeling.

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   Try using a cotton swab or toothbrush to clean your jewelry. Most of these familiar items are readily available at home and are very effective at cleaning gaps that are difficult to clean or around rocks. You can also try the Magic Eraser sponge.
   • Your cotton swabs will start to pick up dirt when cleaning your jewelry. After cleaning, your cotton swab will be very dirty.
   • Make sure your toothbrush is new, never used before. You don't want to let the things in your old toothbrush stick to your jewelry. Of course, you won't be using that toothbrush again after cleaning your jewelry.
   • Use a dry toothbrush with soft bristles or a cotton swab to scrub your jewelry to remove copper rust. Copper rust is the green layer that forms on some imitation jewelry. Cotton swabs and soft toothbrushes are capable of strong bleaching when dry, so they are very effective in removing copper rust. If you still can't clean it, try using a toothpick.
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Part 2 of 4: Use ingredients that come from home

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   Try using lemon juice to clean fake jewelry. Lemons have long been used to clean oxidizing layers that form on metals over a period of time. You can add a little baking soda to the lemon.
   • Lemons are a natural acid, and using half of a lemon on your jewelry can speed up the cleaning process. You can soak silver jewelry in a cup with lemon juice with a little salt overnight. Lemons are particularly effective when used to clean silver.
   • You can squeeze lemon juice into a small plate, then dab the lemon juice on jewelry that you want to clean, then use a hard towel (or green sponge) to scrub it vigorously.

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   Try a solution of white vinegar and water. Soak the jewelry in the solution, then use a soft toothbrush to clean the corners and holes.
   • Cleaning fake jewelry with vinegar can give it a shine. Using a soft toothbrush is also effective if the jewelry has stones attached, as the brush can clear the gaps. Just dab a sponge into the vinegar, and use it to clean your jewelry.
   • Another natural product that can be used to clean jewelry is olive oil. Olive oil will give it a shine, but make sure to wash off the oil on the jewelry. You can also dissolve the toothpaste in water. Then, soak the jewelry for a while and rub gently with a toothbrush.

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   Try hand soap and warm water. This not only makes the jewelry look better, but also creates a pleasant fragrance. However, you should use as little water as possible and limit contact with the jewelry. Water can cause jewelry to dull and rust if soaked for too long.
   • Use a towel to gently clean jewelry. It is generally not advisable to soak imitation jewelry in water for too long as this can spoil the beauty or damage the jewelry. This can work well with gold jewelry that has stones attached.
   • Another way is to pour hot water into a bowl, add salt, soda and dish soap, then put the jewelry on foil and soak in the water for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse jewelry with cold water and use a soft cloth to dry completely.

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   Use baby shampoo to clean jewelry. Baby shampoos are usually milder, and are suitable for cleaning imitation jewelry. Shampoos are also effective when used to clean pearls.
   • Stir one drop of infant shampoo with one drop of water. Use a soft toothbrush or cotton swab to clean hard to touch areas. Stir the shampoo solution until it has a thick soup-like texture. Add a few drops of water if the solution is too thick.
   • Rinse off the shampoo quickly with cold water and dry with a soft, clean handkerchief or microfiber towel.

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   Use a lens cleaner or toothpaste. There are many different household cleaning products that we can use to clean fake jewelry. Lens cleaning solutions and toothpaste can be effective for cleaning some fake jewelry.
   • However, you must be very careful! Carefully read the instructions and warnings on the packaging. Do not use lens cleaner on precious metals, and be aware that paint or polish may peel off. Also, do not use if you have sensitive skin or do not use it to clean the earrings.
   • Usually toothpaste does not cause much trouble when used to clean jewelry. You just need to put a little toothpaste in the brush and rub it on your jewelry. This method can be used for a variety of imitation jewelry, such as bracelets.
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Part 3 of 4: Use a stronger cleaning product

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   Buy polishing products specifically for jewelry. Imitation metal or impurities will quickly lose their beauty if the appropriate polishing products are not used.
   • You can buy gold or silver polishing products at jewelry stores or shopping centers. Note that some common jewelry hygiene products, mainly for real materials, are often too strong for imitation jewelry.
   • Just soak the jewelry in the polish for no more than 30 seconds, then remove and wipe gently to avoid scratching or distorting the jewelry. You can use a toothbrush to clean after the jewelry has been soaked in the solution.

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   Buy a bottle rubbing alcohol at the pharmacy or supermarket. Pour alcohol into a small bowl, then jewelry in alcohol for about half an hour.
   • After soaking, remove your jewelry and wipe off the alcohol. Let the jewelry dry for about 15 minutes.
   • If something is not clean, use a wet cloth with alcohol to wipe or repeat the process above. You can put the earrings in hydrogen peroxide and soak for at least 2 to 3 minutes. Hydrogen peroxide will bubble or bubble, meaning your earrings are very dirty, and you should probably soak for longer.
   • If it seems more likely that the surface finish has been rubbed off than the green rust, stop. Perhaps you rubbed too hard. You will need to scrub gently so that the surface finish will not be affected.

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   Rinse all jewelry with water. After applying the mixture and cleaning your jewelry, rinse immediately with cold water. Just rinse the soapy water mixture no longer on your jewelry.
   • Use a dryer to dry your jewelry. Immediately after washing your jewelry, place it on a towel to pat dry. Pat dry any remaining water with a towel. Then turn on the dryer on a cool setting, and dry the jewelry quickly.
   • Move the dryer around the jewelry for even air. Jewelry is less likely to rust and leaves stains if it is dried quickly. Continue drying the jewelry using the dryer until completely dry.
   • Do not place the dryers directly above the ice cubes for long periods of time, especially when you are adjusting the dryers to a warmer setting.That way, the heat from the dryer will not melt the adhesive of the stones.
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Part 4 of 4: Maintenance

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   Spray perfume, hair products and lotion before wearing jewelry. Since water-based products can dull jewelry, perfumes and lotions are no exception.
   • If you spray perfume and lotion first, these products will have a harder time sticking to your jewelry. Wait for the product to dry on your skin, then wear fake jewelry.
   • This will prevent plaque from forming on the imitation jewelry from blurring them and you must clean the jewelry regularly.

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   Clean jewelry every day. If you wipe your jewelry with a clean microfiber towel after each use, you won't need to clean it as often.
   • Jewelry will also look new for a long time.
   • Cleaning jewelry every day also limits the number of times it is exposed to water or cleanses that cling to the jewelry while it is worn on.

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   Store jewelry properly. Try to store your jewelry in zippered plastic bags. Only one piece of jewelry should be put in each bag. After you've put the jewelry in your bag, squeeze out the air and close the top of the bag.
   • When there is no air in the bag, the metal does not oxidize or turn green due to exposure to the air. So jewelry will look cleaner and newer over a long period of time.
   • Storing jewelry in a lid with a layer of red velvet will limit air exposure and keep the jewelry from scratching.
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Advice

• Apply transparent nail polish on the surface of the imitation jewelry to keep the surface finish from green.
• Remove jewelry when in contact with water. Don't wash dishes, bathe or wash your car while wearing imitation jewelry. You should remove all your jewelry.

Warning

• Do not soak the jewelry in the water for too long or it will tarnish.
• Immediately dry the jewelry to avoid streaking water or rust.
• Use a soft toothbrush to avoid damaging your jewelry.