Can you clean your jade with chemicals? How often should you clean your jade bangle? How can you keep your jade clean?
Jade, particularly jadeite jade, has been a popular gemstone for centuries. Its durability and natural beauty make it a desirable addition to any jewelry collection. One of the most popular forms of jade jewelry is the jade bangle, which is often gifted to young girls in Chinese culture.
But how do you take care of your jade bangle and keep it looking its best? In this blog post, we'll cover some tips for cleaning and caring for your natural jade bangle.
First and foremost, it's important to wear your jade bangle often. Frequent wear will help keep the shine and polish healthy, and prevent your piece from drying out. Natural jadeite jade typically has a beeswax coating on the outside, and as that wears away, your natural skin oils will have the same benefit for appearance. So, love your jade, touch your jade - jade loves love!
When you do need to clean your jade bangle, mild soap and water are the best option. A soft toothbrush or cloth can help remove buildup, but the most important piece of advice for jade care is simply wearing it often. Avoid wearing lotions and other cosmetics that can stick to your jewelry and make it dirty. While perfume and lotion won't harm your jade, keeping these chemicals from contacting it can help it stay clean longer.
It's also important to store your jade jewelry separately from other jewelry, particularly diamonds which can scratch jade. Nephrite and jadeite are both stable to light, so you don't have to worry about your jade fading unless it's been treated. However, both types of jade can be damaged by high heat and some strong or warm acids. We don't recommend using an ultrasonic cleaner on your jade, as it's best to clean it by hand.
If you don't wear your jade bangle often, you can apply a tiny bit of baby oil to the surface. However, jewelry is meant to be worn, and frequent wear is the best thing you can do for your jade.
When shopping for a natural jade bangle, it's important to ask your jeweler about guaranteed natural jadeite jade from a reputable supplier. Mason-Kay Jade has been the leading wholesale supplier of natural jadeite in the US since 1976. If you're interested in purchasing a natural jade bangle, you can shop directly with Mason-Kay at MKJadeJewelry.com and use the discount code JOTT for 10% off your purchase on top of 20% off if you're a first-time customer.
