Learn from Priyanka Chopra on how to prevent your jewellery pieces from losing their shine

Priyanka Chopra is a true beauty queen. Her sense of style has evolved over the years, and she has become much more fashion-confident. The actress, who shares a special love for jewellery, recently shared one quick tip with Elle, and it’s about how to care for your precious jewellery.

The actress revealed the right time to wear jewellery to prevent it from becoming dull when you are stepping out. “Never wear perfume after putting your jewellery on. Put your perfume on, get your hairspray, everything done, and then put your high jewellery on. You don’t want aerosol on it,” she said.

To keep your jewellery sparkling, this is one tip that you must not ignore: wear jewellery after you apply perfumes and oils, and then step out to impress the world.

Why jewellery loses its sheen over time
It is not uncommon to notice your gold earrings or diamond rings become dull over time. This is often due to fragrant sprays, moisturisers, or oils, and also the weather. Jewellery is often sensitive to chemicals or moisture, which can contribute to changes in its colour, shine, and finish.

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Effect of aerosols on jewellery
Spray products like perfumes, mists, and body oils contain alcohol and synthetic ingredients, which have a damaging effect on metals and can cloud gemstones. When applied after putting on jewellery, the fine mist coats the surface with a thin, dull layer that attracts dust and reduces its shine. This is commonly seen on items such as gold-plated necklaces, pearl earrings, and diamond-studded bracelets.

Priyanka’s useful tip
Coming from Priyanka, who is the global brand ambassador of Bvlgari, an Italian luxury fashion house known for its jewellery, watches, and more, the tip to wear jewellery at the end is very useful. It is best to complete skincare and makeup before moving on to jewellery, which should be the last step before heading out.

Also, it’s important to take care of your jewellery by keeping it safely in pouches and polishing it from time to time to retain its sheen.

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FAQs on how to prevent jewellery pieces from losing their shine:

1. Why does jewellery lose its shine? Exposure to air, moisture, lotions, and perfumes can cause tarnishing.2. How should I store my jewellery? Keep pieces in a dry, airtight box or pouch, preferably lined with soft fabric. 3. Can I wear jewellery in the shower or pool? No, water and chemicals can dull or damage metals and stones. 4. How often should I clean my jewellery? Gently clean it every few weeks with a soft cloth or mild soap solution.