How to Care for 925 Sterling Silver

Sterling silver is made to be worn — and with a few simple habits, it will stay bright for years.

Wear it often

Surprisingly, the best thing you can do for silver is to wear it. The natural oils in your skin gently polish the metal and slow down tarnishing. Pieces left in a drawer tarnish faster than pieces worn daily.

Keep it dry

Water itself won't ruin sterling silver, but chlorine, sea salt, and sulfur will dull it quickly. Take your jewelry off before swimming pools, hot springs, and workouts. After contact with water, pat it dry with a soft cloth.

Perfume first, jewelry last

Make jewelry the final step of your routine. Perfume, lotion, and hairspray all contain compounds that react with silver. Give products a minute to settle before putting your pieces on.

Store it right

Store each piece separately in the ALENITI pouch that came with your order, away from direct sunlight and humidity. A closed pouch dramatically slows the natural oxidation process.

Gentle cleaning

For everyday shine, a soft, dry cloth is all you need. For deeper cleaning, use lukewarm water with a drop of mild soap, rinse, and dry completely. Avoid toothpaste, baking soda, and abrasive cloths — they leave micro-scratches.

With this small routine, your everyday pieces will look as good in year three as they did on day one.