Some women carry their rings and necklaces with them at all times. Most are confident that their jewelry is water-resistant, but it all depends on the material. Visit gold-plated jewelry are particularly popular, as they are very similar to solid gold. What's more, they come in a variety of elegant designs, which you'll find at Les Bijoux Chics. However, for them to last over time, you need to take good care of them. To this end, it's essential to consider whether or not gold plating is water-resistant...
Don't wear your gold-plated jewelry in the shower
As a reminder, gold plating is a base metal coated with a thin layer of gold. In general, the piece is immersed in a gold bath and then subjected to an electric current, which causes a chemical reaction. It's important to remember that the gold-plated jewelry we offer is not "fake gold", but genuine gold used in the design process.
The great advantage of buying a beautiful gold-plated ring for women in a jewelry storeor a gold-plated braceletThe main advantage of gold-plated jewelry is that it's less expensive than gold jewelry. However, over time, the gold layer can fade, crack or flake, exposing the metal beneath. This can be caused by contact with water. This is why we recommend that you remove your gold-plated rings before showering to increase their longevity.
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Gold plating is also sensitive to pool water
Obviously, if you can't wear your gold-plated ring or other jewelry of the same alloy in the shower, you certainly can't wear it in the pool. If soap affects your jewelry, chlorine and other chemicals present in the pool can really damage them. Of course, gold-plated jewelry dries out when you get out of the pool, but the chlorine remains, causing a reaction. Later, if you scratch or knock on a surface, the layer covering the jewel will already be brittle and will jump off more easily.
Avoid wearing your gold-plated jewelry on the beach
Sea water is just as bad when it comes to gold-plated objects. In fact, it is very corrosive for all types of jewelry. Sand is also abrasive and can cause wear to the surface of gold-plated bracelets, necklaces or rings. Salt in the air has a similar effect, promoting oxidation. It's not just seawater that causes problems.
If you've been swimming in the pool or sea, or have taken a shower with your women's gold-plated necklace, bracelet or ring purchased from Les Bijoux Chics, we suggest you put a few tricks into practice to reduce the damage. Remove the jewel, clean it and soak it in hot water for 5 minutes. Then use a soft cloth to remove debris and dirt. To finish off, rinse with clean water and leave to dry.
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