Materials & care
Jewelry Materials & Care
Materials & Care
The jewelry in my shop is made from different basic materials.
14kt Gold plated, 925 Silver plated or 14kt Rose Gold plated
The clasps and parts of most jewelry in this webshop are made of nickel free metal (copper). The parts are provided with a high quality 14kt (rose) gold plated layer (5 mils) or 925 silver plated layer (40 mils).
Waterproof level:
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Don't worry about taking a shower with these jewelry. But be careful with salty seawater or chlorinated water and chemicals / cleaning products.
Stainless Steel
There is also a collection available with jewelry made of stainless steel. This is a strong and durable material. The gold plated and rose gold plated variants are provided with a 14kt gold layer. The stainless steel jewelry do not tarnish.
Waterproof level:
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Don't worry about this jewelry getting wet. They won't tarnish. If you have swam in salty seawater or chlorinated water, rinse your jewelry with water afterwards.
Handwoven beaded bracelets
Made with a base of thick plating (14kt Gold plated, 925 Silver plated, 14kt Rose Gold plated).
Beads:
Small Japanese beads are used to weave this bracelet. I use beads with the best coating to prevent discoloration.
Waterproof level:
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The materials can withstand water very well, but the threads used in weaving should not get wet due to deformation. It's better not to shower with these jewelry.
925 Sterling Silver
Mint15 has a small collection with genuine and durable 925 Sterling Silver parts with gold/rose gold plating. These will become more beautiful with daily wear and will not discolour.
Waterproof level:
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Don't worry about this jewelry getting wet. They won't tarnish. If you have swam in salty seawater or chlorinated water, rinse your jewelry with water afterwards.
Allergy information
All jewelry in this webshop is nickel and lead free.
Jewelry care
The base materials of your jewelry are covered with a high quality gold plating or silver plating and will last long if you treat them with love and care. Here is how to take the best care to keep your jewelry sparkling for a long time:
» Keep your jewelry dry as much as possible. Avoid contact with moisture and liquids and store them in a dry place.
» Be careful with cosmetics and cleaning products, like perfume, body lotion, hairspray and other chemicals. For example, put on perfume first and wear your jewelry after that.
» Take off your jewelry while swimming. Salt water and chlorine can damage your jewelry.
» Keep your jewelry properly in a clean, dry place and store them in a closed box or use ziploc bags to avoid tangling.
» Every skin is different; due to differences in skin types, discoloration can occur faster with some people, because the acidity of skins can be very different.
» The silver plated parts can oxidize slightly by contact with light and air, just like all silver jewelry. The shiny layer of the silver will then become slightly dull, but you can easily polish it with a clean and soft cloth. The best way to prevent silver oxidation is to keep the jewelry in a sealed bag when you are not wearing it.
» The stainless steel jewelry can withstand water very well, you can shower or bath with it. However, they do not tolerate chemicals, chlorinated water and seawater well. Some stainless steel jewelry also contains other materials, such as natural stones or freshwater pearls. It is better not to shower with this, because these natural products are less resistant to this.
Do you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact.