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 Sterling silver should avoid contact with the followings:

 - Hair dyes
 - Swimming (chlorinated and salt water)
 - Exercise (sweating)
 - Cigarette smoke 
 - Some paints
 - Detergents containing phosphates
 - Body lotions, perfumes, hair sprays, sunscreens, oils
 - Foods including onion, egg yolk, mustard, salt, vinegar, salad dressings and olives
Things like turpentine, nail polish remover (containing acetone), bleach, ammonia and alcohol will not only breakdown
the silver in your jewellery, possibly damaging it beyond repair, they may also cause pitting to your gemstones.
STORING YOUR SILVER JEWELLERY
Sterling silver is best stored in a cool, dry place (heat and moisture speed up the tarnishing process); preferably in
acid-free tissue (not regular tissue paper) or a tarnish resistant cloth. Wrapping pieces separately in a moisture free
plastic bag/jewelry box will delay tarnish but make sure the silver does not directly touch the bag.

Try adding a piece of white chalk to your storage area. Chalk is an old remedy, reported to prevent tarnish. Silica packs
(little sachets commonly found in medicine bottles or with new shoes) can also be placed in your jewellery container to
absorb moisture. Alternatively, buy some anti-tarnish strips. These need to be replaced every few months though.
Once tarnish has occurred, you need to know how to eliminate it without damaging your silver jewellery.

CLEANING YOUR 925 STERLING SILVER JEWELLERY
Silver is a soft metal, so when cleaning your silver, you must be sure to take care. Even mild polishes will cause abrasion
with some silver being removed every time you polish.

Polish with a soft cloth (not tissue) and dry very well. Soap may dull silver, detergents may stain if not rinsed off thoroughly. Do not use toothpaste. It will scratch.
For general cleaning, use just a polishing cloth, as gentle rubbing and buffing alone will remove mild tarnishing. Polishing
cloths are ideal as they are usually impregnated with a polishing compound, last a long time and give an amazing shine. The
only limitation is it cannot easily reach grooves and crevices.

Remember; enjoy wearing your 925 sterling silver jewellery. Don’t tuck it away for special occasions; it will not tarnish any less.
But just as importantly, take care of it and it will last a lifetime to be passed down as an heirloom for generations to come.