• Before swimming and exercising – salt water has a tendency to damage most bracelets, and chlorine can damage and discolor some gemstones.

• Before applying cologne, sunscreen, tanning lotion, or moisturizers – all of these can get into crevices, clog holes, and coat beads in an unnecessary layer.

• Before sitting for prolonged time in the sun – it can bleach certain materials, and it can weaken plastics.

• Before going to the beach – as the sand can scratch precious metals and gemstones.

• Clean your wrist wear regularly – as sweat, oils, and fingerprints can dull the shine of the bracelet. Clean bracelets (except leather) with warm water and a drop of mild soap and a soft cloth.

• Store in a cool, dry place – this prevents mildew or mold. Also, don’t stack or lay your bracelets on top of each other as this can damage or scratch them.

• Apply your bracelet the correct way every time – beaded bracelets should be slipped over closed fingers, never a whole fist, as this can weaken the bracelet.

The following gemstones will fade and discolor with extreme sun exposure:
Opal, Quartz, Kunzite, Citrine, Sapphire, Amethyst, Turquoise, and Carnelian.

These stones will not fade or lose color in the sun:
Lava stone, Jasper, Obsidian, Onyx, Lapis Lazuli, and Howlite.

*Remember*

• Keep your bracelets dry.

• Take off your bracelets before sleeping, swimming, or hitting the gym.

• Protect from creams and oils (unless you are using the lava stone as a diffuser).

• Avoid harsh sunlight, and keep your bracelet clean.

• Keep your leather bracelet dry – leather is not water proof. It can discolor, mold, mildew, and deteriorate. If it gets wet, use a soft cloth to pat the leather and let it air dry.

• Avoid excess heat – leather does best in cool or room temp areas. Heat will dry out your bracelet and make it look cracked and cheap.

• Protect your bracelet from creams and oils, similar to beaded bracelets.

• Keep your bracelet clean – with a drop of very mild soap and a damp cloth and allow to air dry. Never wipe aggressively and always use patting or small circle motions. It will not hurt to buy some leather conditioner as well.

• No swimming period.

• To keep your leather bracelet from having a foul smelling odor – clean it by using the method above and let it air dry for a day or so. Constant wear will sometimes cause a foul odor, so remember to let it breathe. As leather is like skin, it is porous and can absorb sweat and dirt, etc. Follow these care instructions and your bracelet will be just fine.