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• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Cleaning with a lint-free cloth
• Method 2 of 3: Cleaning with soap and water
• Method 3 of 3: Caring for Swarovski Crystals
• Tips
• Warnings

Swarovski crystals will make any piece of jewelry a real masterpiece, but keeping them neat is not an easy task. Swarovski crystals have a thin protective layer of gold or rhodium that limits your jewelry care. Fortunately, there are several strategies you can use when caring for your Swarovski crystal jewelry. Use a dry tissue for your daily jewelry care.If you need to restore the original appearance of heavily soiled jewelry, cleaning with a soap solution will help you. Continue reading this article to learn how to clean your jewelry without damaging your Swarovski crystals.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Cleaning with a lint-free cloth

1. 1 Take the crystal in one hand and a nonwoven napkin in the other. You can also wear cotton gloves to hold your crystal and not leave fingerprints on it. This method is best for routine cleaning or daily care of Swarovski crystal jewelry.
2. 2 Crystal polishing. Use a nonwoven cloth to gently polish each crystal. Wipe the crystal in small circular motions. Periodically polishing your crystals with a napkin will help keep your jewelry tidy for years to come.
3. 3 Continue to polish your jewelry. Continue polishing until you have cleaned all the crystals. If your crystals are still dirty or cloudy, the soap solution method should help.

Method 2 of 3: Cleaning with soap and water

1. 1 Pick up materials. You will need a soft toothbrush (use an old brush that you are not going to use anymore), some dish detergent, a bowl of water, and a nonwoven cloth. This method is the best option for deep cleaning or if your jewelry is heavily soiled. Do not use this method too often, because you can destroy the crystal's thin protective layer.
2. 2 Use a soft toothbrush. It will be more convenient to have a bowl of water close at hand to moisten the brush while cleaning the crystals.
3. 3 Apply a small amount of soap to the brush. Remember that you do not need to apply a lot of soap at once, add it as needed.
4. 4 Crystal cleaning. Use a brush to scrub the dirt off each crystal. Don't scratch the crystals. Using a circular motion, gently remove the dirt from the crystals. Try to clean each crystal separately.
5. 5 Rinse off the soap. Hold your crystal under warm running water to rinse off the soap. (Caution: The crystals will be slippery. You may want to place a small bowl or colander to prevent the crystal from falling into the sink drain if you accidentally drop it.)
6. 6 Dry the crystals. Dry your jewelry gently using a dry, non-woven cloth. Alternatively, you can lay your jewelry on a cloth and just wait until it dries naturally. Do not remove your crystals while they are wet.

Method 3 of 3: Caring for Swarovski Crystals

1. 1 Wear your crystal jewelry last. Wait a little after applying makeup, hairspray, perfume, and lotion. If you wear jewelry before applying makeup or other products, the crystals may stain. If harsh chemicals get on the crystals, the jewelry can be irreversibly damaged.
2. 2 Take off your jewelry when swimming, showering or bathing, or washing your hands with soap and water. Chlorine, which is often present in water, can damage the crystal's top protective layer. Soaps and other personal care products can also damage the protective topcoat and destroy the crystal structure.
3. 3 Store your crystals in a soft cloth bag. Try to keep each piece of jewelry in a separate bag so the crystals don't scratch each other. You can also leave each piece of jewelry in its original packaging.
4. 4 Never use hard objects to clean crystals. Don't try to scrape the dirt off the crystals. You can destroy the crystal's top protective layer and permanently damage your jewelry.

Tips

• Consider purchasing special products (wipes, cotton gloves) for crystal care.Polish your jewelry after every use to keep it in good condition.

Warnings

• Never use alcohol, paste or other substances containing abrasive materials, as they can damage the surface layer. Avoid products containing alcohol.
• Never soak your Swarovski crystals in water or detergent. Soaking can damage both crystals and metal parts of jewelry.
• Try to keep your Swarovski crystals out of direct sunlight. Also try to keep the jewelry cool. Excessive heat can destroy the protective coating and adversely affect the appearance of the crystals.