5 Tips for Turquoise Jewelry Care

Turquoise is one of the oldest gemstones known to man, dating back 7,000+ years! With that type of history, you may be wondering how you can preserve your favorite turquoise jewelry for years to come?  

Keep it dry: Avoid wearing your turquoise jewelry while swimming, showering or doing dishes. The reason you've been waiting on to have your husband do the dishes tonight. You can blame us and the turquoise! 

Store it carefully: Turquoise is a pretty soft gemstone which means it can easily scratch or break, so keep it in a separate compartment or soft pouch. Don't have a cushioned jewelry box yet? No worries, simply store it back into the ring box you received from us. Don't forget your ring box also includes am anti-tarnish tab to keep your sterling silver fresh! 

Clean it gently: Use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently wipe your turquoise jewelry and make sure you avoid using harsh, cleaning chemicals. We recommend using the soft cleaning cloth that we provide with every ring purchase! Not only will it help care and clean your turquoise but it also keeps you sterling silver sparkling. 

Wear it often: This is an easy one! Wearing your turquoise jewelry regularly can help keep it looking bright and lustrous. Hopefully you have no trouble practicing this tip because you are wearing your turquoise from Kauila Designs all the time!  

Avoid exposure to heat and sunlight: Turquoise can fade or become discolored when exposed to heat and sunlight, so it's best to keep it away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Make sure to leave your turquoise at home when you head to the kids' baseball game or a weekend trip to the lake.