How to Care for Your Waterproof Jewellery

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PAPAIA is made to be worn, not worried about. That's the whole point.

Still, a little care goes a long way. These simple habits will keep your pieces looking their best for years.

Everyday wear

The good news? Day to day, you don't need to do much at all.

  • Leave it on. Showers, hand washing, beach days. Your jewellery is made for it.
  • Put it on last. Lotion, sunscreen, perfume and hairspray first. Jewellery second.
  • Take rings off for heavy lifting. Gym weights, moving furniture, gardening. It's about keeping their shape, not about water.

How to clean it

Every now and then, give your pieces a refresh:

  1. Fill a small bowl with warm water and a drop of gentle soap.
  2. Let your jewellery sit for a minute or two.
  3. Gently wipe with a soft cloth. For chains and detailed designs, a soft toothbrush helps.
  4. Rinse with fresh water.
  5. Pat dry with a soft towel.

That's it. No special cleaners needed.

Skip: harsh chemicals, bleach, abrasive cloths and polishing creams. They're not needed, and they can be tough on the finish.

How to store it

Where your jewellery lives matters as much as how you wear it.

  • Keep it in your PAPAIA pouch. Every order comes in a cotton pouch, the perfect place for your pieces when you're not wearing them. Storing pieces separately stops them from scratching each other.
  • Lay chains flat or hang them. It stops them from tangling and kinking, especially snake chains like the Madero Snake Chain Necklace.
  • Keep them dry when stored. Make sure pieces are fully dry before putting them away.

Travelling with your jewellery

  • Pack your pieces in your PAPAIA pouch, so chains don't tangle on the way.
  • Wear your favourites. One less thing to pack, and they're made to come along.
  • Do up clasps before packing necklaces and bracelets like the Snake Cuff Bracelet.

Caring for earrings

  • Wipe the posts every now and then with a little warm soapy water.
  • Check the backs and clasps are secure, especially before swimming or sport.
  • Keep pairs together. Sets like the Classic Huggie Earrings Set are easiest to find when stored side by side.

Made to last

With these few habits, your PAPAIA pieces are made to keep their colour and shine through everyday life. No fuss, no complicated routines.

Made to be worn on repeat.

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