If your rings, earrings or other jewellery are starting to become a bit worn, here are the home items you can use to get them sparkly clean . A diamond expert has debunked some viral hacks that are being recommended to get your beloved jewels looking brand new and has even warned some of them could cause harm. Kylie Pitt, who works at Shiels, has even shared a cleaning method she uses to remove dirt and grime from your jewels.
The expert started off by saying the quickest way to get a perfect glow is to invest in a cleaning device that will bring back your jewellery's shine. It may be a bit more costly, and TikTok is often throwing up DIY solutions with millions of views that could turn your head, but Kylie says to avoid most of these and get a cleaner which is worth the investment. Super simple cleaning hack to rid your plates of grease stains - and it takes no effort She explained: "Using an ultrasonic cleaner is an effective way to clean your jewellery, especially when it comes to thoroughly removing dirt and grime in hard-to-reach areas.
Make sure that you opt for an ultrasonic cleaner that is specifically designed for jewellery. Avoid using this method for finer items with delicate settings or non-diamond gemstones such as emerald or opal." The Shiels worker went on to say how if you want a decent clean, go back to basics and pick up dish soap as it is "generally safe and gentle" for most types of jewellery to remove dirt and oils, the Sun reports .
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