The Complete Guide to Caring for Your Lab-Grown Diamond Jewelry

Your lab-grown diamond jewelry deserves the same exceptional care as the moment you first wore it. With proper maintenance, your pieces will maintain their brilliance for generations.

Daily Care Essentials

The foundation of jewelry care begins with daily habits. Remove your rings before washing dishes, applying lotions, or exercising. While lab-grown diamonds are remarkably durable (10 on the Mohs hardness scale), the precious metal settings can be affected by chemicals and physical impact.

• Remove before swimming — Chlorine can damage gold settings over time
• Apply cosmetics first — Put on perfume, hairspray, and lotions before wearing jewelry
• Last on, first off — Make jewelry the finishing touch of your outfit and the first thing you remove

Cleaning Your Diamonds at Home

A simple cleaning routine keeps your diamonds sparkling between professional services:

1. Fill a small bowl with warm (not hot) water and a few drops of mild dish soap
2. Soak your jewelry for 20-30 minutes
3. Gently brush with a soft-bristled toothbrush, paying attention to the underside of the stone
4. Rinse under warm running water (use a strainer to prevent loss)
5. Pat dry with a lint-free cloth

Important: Never use harsh chemicals, bleach, or abrasive cleaners on your jewelry.

Professional Maintenance

We recommend having your jewelry professionally inspected and cleaned every 6-12 months. A jeweler can check for loose settings, worn prongs, and any structural concerns that could lead to stone loss.

Proper Storage

How you store your jewelry matters as much as how you wear it:

• Individual compartments — Store each piece separately to prevent scratching
• Soft-lined jewelry box — Fabric lining protects against surface damage
• Away from sunlight — Prolonged UV exposure can affect certain metals
• Cool, dry environment — Humidity can cause tarnishing on certain alloys

Metal-Specific Care

14K and 18K Gold

Gold is naturally resistant to tarnishing, but regular cleaning maintains its warm luster. Yellow gold develops a beautiful patina over time, while white gold may need periodic rhodium replating to maintain its bright finish.

Rose Gold

The copper content in rose gold gives it its distinctive warm tone. Clean gently and avoid harsh chemicals that could affect the copper alloy.

When to Seek Professional Help

Contact our jewelry experts if you notice:

• A loose stone that moves or rattles
• A bent or damaged prong
• Significant scratching on the metal
• Discoloration that doesn't respond to home cleaning

Every Diavlia piece comes with our lifetime warranty covering manufacturing defects. Our team is always available for guidance on maintaining your investment.