Here at Balmante Jewelry, we source high quality metals and use quality plating. With that said, fashion jewelry (including plated, 925 Sterling Silver and expensive jewelry brands) can experience normal wear and tear over time. To extend the life of your jewelry pieces, please give them occasional breaks and keep them away from any moisture and creams.Please follow these tips to maintain the quality and prevent early tarnish:
- Keep them in your Balmante Jewelry dust bag when not in use
- Avoid sweat
- Wipe with soft cloth
- Do not sleep in your jewelry
- Avoid chemicals (especially hand cream)
- Avoid using self tanner with jewelry on
- Avoid bathing, showering or washing your hands with jewelry on
- Wait for hand/face cream to dry before putting on any jewelry
- Apply a layer of polymer coating/clear nail varnish on the inside of your rings
How to avoid the Green Finger
IMPORTANT: Traces of copper will be found in Gold/Rose Gold plating as this contributes to the colouring of the metal. In some extreme cases of sensitive, highly acidic skin, you may experience some oxidisation (slight greening). The other main cause of oxidisation is chemicals found in hand creams. This is in fact and common trait in even the finest of jewelry, however if you wish to get more information on our plating and how to prevent any oxidisation, we advise you to read our Green Finger Guide to understand why a persons finger might turn green and how to prevent it.
If you are allergic or sensitive to metals or have had green tainting before then you are likely to experience the same reaction. Our 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry (all 925 Sterling Silver contains 92.5% sterling silver and 6.5% copper) which may be a better option for you if have had green tainting before.
We take no responsibility or liability for any reactions that may take place; It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure all precautions are taken as we are unable to know each individual's allergies and sensitivities.