Sterling silver has a quiet, luminous beauty that makes it one of our favorite materials to wear every day. However, like all precious metals, it naturally reacts to air, moisture, and the environment around us. This reaction is what causes silver to darken or tarnish over time. The good news: with a little mindful care, your sterling silver pieces can stay radiant much longer.

Below is our simple, gentle care guide inspired by the Icedmoon philosophy: jewelry should feel effortless, not fragile.

Why Sterling Silver Tarnishes

Sterling silver is made of pure silver blended with a small amount of alloy to improve durability. When exposed to humidity, lotions, perfumes, or even the air itself, it may slowly oxidize. This is completely natural and reversible. Caring for your silver is more about prevention than repair.

Daily Habits to Keep Your Silver Shining

1. Wear your jewelry often.
Silver stays brighter when in contact with your skin. Natural oils help slow down the tarnishing process.

2. Avoid chemicals and moisture.
Before applying lotion, perfume, sunscreen, or hairspray, remove your jewelry. Also, try to keep pieces away from pool water and saltwater.

3. Store your jewelry properly.
When you are not wearing it, store your silver in:

• A soft pouch
• A lined jewelry box
• An airtight zip pouch to reduce exposure to air

Tip: Keep a piece of anti-tarnish paper in your jewelry storage. It helps absorb moisture and prevents dulling.

Gentle Cleaning at Home

A soft cloth is your first choice.
Use a microfiber jewelry cloth to softly buff your silver and restore its natural sheen. Avoid using tissue or paper towels, as they can scratch the surface.

For a deeper clean:

1. Mix warm water with a drop of mild soap.
2. Soak the jewelry for 2-3 minutes.
3. Rinse well and pat dry with a soft cloth.
4. Finish with a gentle polish.

Never scrub sterling silver with abrasive materials. Our goal is to honor the metal’s delicate glow, not force it to shine.

When to Use Professional Polishing

If your jewelry develops heavy tarnish or intricate pieces become difficult to clean, consider professional silver polishing. This refreshes delicate textures without wearing away the surface.

At Icedmoon, we encourage you to care for your jewelry slowly and intentionally. When you polish your jewelry, you are also preserving its story.

Final Thoughts

Your sterling silver jewelry is made to accompany you through days, moments, and years. With mindful care and gentle handling, it will continue to shine with the same soft radiance as the day you first held it.

The more you wear it, the more it becomes yours.

Icedmoon
Quiet brilliance. Timeless simplicity. A glow that feels like moonlight.