How to Care for Gold-Plated Jewellery So It Lasts

Nandai pieces are gold-plated brass set with Noor crystal and faux pearls. Treated kindly, the plating and shine last beautifully for years. Here is how to look after them.

Everyday habits

• Put your jewellery on last — after perfume, hairspray, lotion and makeup have fully dried.
• Take it off before swimming, showering, exercising or sleeping.
• Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after each wear.

Storage

• Keep each piece in a soft pouch or a lined box, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Store pieces separately so the crystal and plating do not scratch one another.
• A sachet of silica gel in your jewellery drawer helps during monsoon.

Gold-plated jewellery is fashion jewellery — it is not solid gold — so a little care goes a long way. Follow these steps and your set will look just-bought for a long time.