09/05/2026
✨ Your sterling silver doesn’t need to be replaced just because it got dark.
Sterling silver naturally tarnishes when it reacts with oxygen, moisture, oils, and everyday products. The good news? It’s usually very easy to bring that shine back. ✨
If you wear your silver nonstop, here are a few things to keep in mind:
🩶 Give it a quick clean regularly. If you wear it 24/7, a gentle polish every few weeks can help keep buildup and tarnish under control.
🩶 Shower + sweat + skincare = buildup. You don’t necessarily have to take your jewelry off every time you shower or work out, but regularly rinsing it with clean water and drying it thoroughly can help.
🩶 Pay attention to chlorine. Pools and hot tubs can be especially harsh on sterling silver, so this is one time I’d definitely recommend taking it off.
🩶 Perfume, lotion & sunscreen can build up. Let your products absorb/dry before putting your jewelry back on when possible.
🩶 Dry it completely. If your jewelry gets wet, especially around clasps and connections, don’t leave it sitting damp against your skin.
🩶 Polish gently. Use a proper silver polishing cloth and avoid aggressively scrubbing your pieces.
And if your silver has already turned dark? Don’t panic.
Tarnish/Oxydation doesn’t mean your jewelry is ruined - it’s a natural reaction of sterling silver and can usually be polished right back up. 🤍
Your jewelry is meant to be worn. Just give it a little love along the way. ✨
Save this for your next silver clean-up!
