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Gold is durable, not indestructible. A few small habits keep it looking exactly as it did the day you received it.

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Put jewellery on last, after perfume, moisturiser, and hairspray, and take it off before swimming, exercising, or cleaning. Chlorine and household chemicals are the quiet culprits behind most damage.

Clean gently with warm water and a drop of mild soap, dry fully before storing, and keep pieces in separate pouches so harder stones don't scratch softer metals. White gold benefits from re-plating every year or two to keep its bright finish.

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