As we all know, Gemstone Jewelry is wonderful but easily damaged. When wearing jewelry, there is much need for you to try to protect any jewelry from scratches, sharp blows, harsh chemicals, extreme temperatures and sunlight.

A little time and effort on your part will keep your gemstone looking new from the day you purchase it. By having your gemstone set in a relatively protective setting, and remaining conscious of it on your finger, you can keep your gemstone intact for a lifetime.

Here are some tips for you to follow simply but to benefit your gems greatly.

1. Put your jewelry on after washing and applying any makeup or hair spray which do a lot of harm to jewelry.

2. After removing your gemstone jewelry, wipe it with a soft cloth to remove dirt and other residues.

3. Be certain to remove your gemstone rings when doing household tasks such as gardening and cleaning etc.

4. Take off jewelry before swimming in a swimming pool since the chlorine can cause damage to various gemstones and gold. Gemstones may become loose in their settings and even fall out.

5. Before doing high impact sports, be sure to take off your jewelry as you may scratch the metal or chip the gemstones.

6. Store jewelry separately in a lined case or a soft cloth, so the gems do not touch each other or parts of other jewelry so as not to scratch each other or be damaged externally.

7. Always avoid storing your jewelry next to a heating vent, window sill or on a car dashboard.

8. Store jewelry away from sunlight as the sun may fade the gemstones.

9. Always store bead necklaces (such as lapis, pearls, etc) flat as silk stretches over time.

Besides, periodically inspect your gemstone and setting for weakness or damage and take it to a professional jeweler for immediate repair if you notice any deterioration. It is a good idea to have your gemstone cleaned by a professional and have the security of the setting checked once a year.