Always store your jewelry pieces individually, preferably in your BoujiSphere's soft-lined box or pouch so that they don’t rub together, scratch, or tangle. Particular care should be taken with gemstones to ensure that they do not knock against one another when stored. Also, remember to keep your chains fastened so they don’t become tangled. Living in a humid environment? Store your jewelry with a small packet of desiccant crystals to help reduce tarnishing. Your gold vermeil and silver jewelry should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry place. With time and wear, sterling silver will naturally become oxidized and eventually tarnish. Storing silver jewelry in a sealed plastic bag or airtight box when it is not being worn will keep out the air that causes oxidation. The oxidation process is also slowed down by wearing your jewelry often. If however your jewelry is stored for long periods, occasional cleaning is recommended to maintain shine and keep oxidation at bay. All our BoujiSphere's sterling silver jewelry is rhodium plated which protects the silver from exposure and helps reduce long-term tarnishing. Your jewelry is particularly susceptible to damage from the effects of chemicals present in perfume, hairspray, make-up, nail polish remover, body oils, sun tan lotion, and deodorant. Do not keep jewelry in direct sunlight as prolonged exposure to sunlight can cause many gemstones to fade and lose their colour. Amethyst, rose quartz, chalcedony, and smokey quartz are just some of the gemstones that can become paler from exposure to sunlight.