{"id":96003,"date":"2025-11-26T09:45:16","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T07:45:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/selena-fashion.eu\/care-and-complete-information-for-your-jewelry-crystals-and-souvenirs\/"},"modified":"2025-11-26T09:45:16","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T07:45:16","slug":"care-and-complete-information-for-your-jewelry-crystals-and-souvenirs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/selena-fashion.eu\/en\/care-and-complete-information-for-your-jewelry-crystals-and-souvenirs\/","title":{"rendered":"Care and Complete Information for Your Jewelry, Crystals and Souvenirs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"1020\">The jewelry and crystals you choose from Selena-Fashion.eu are hand-selected, crafted and packaged with attention to detail, so that you receive a piece that looks beautiful, carries value and is ready to give as a gift.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1197\"><em>In this guide you will find the most important advice on caring for, storing and safely using jewelry made with natural stones, stainless steel, crystals, orgonites and decorative souvenirs.<\/em><\/p>\n<h1 data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1264\"><\/h1>\n<h2 data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1303\"><strong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1303\">Natural Stone Jewelry<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1572\">Made from natural minerals, each with its own unique colors, inclusions, energy and structure.<br data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1410\" \/>Stones are not a factory-made material \u2014 they are natural and individual, and they carry symbolism that many people value for its emotional, healing and energetic effects.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1603\"><strong data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1603\">Stainless Steel Jewelry<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1795\">Stainless steel jewelry (316L medical-grade stainless steel) is exceptionally durable, does not rust and does not change color.<br data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1717\" \/>It is suitable for people looking for modern, long-lasting accessories for everyday wear.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1850\"><strong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1850\">Decorative Souvenirs and Energy Items<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1877\">This category includes:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1997\">\n<li data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1911\">\n<p data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1911\">decorative gemstone trees<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1962\">\n<p data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1962\">orgonites (pyramids, pendants, keychains)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1983\">\n<p data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1983\">energy plates<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"1997\">\n<p data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"1997\">talismans<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2088\">They are intended for decoration, energy balancing or creating a pleasant atmosphere.<\/p>\n<h1 data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2145\"><strong data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2145\">Caring for Natural Stone Jewelry<\/strong><\/h1>\n<h2 data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2207\"><strong data-start=\"2150\" data-end=\"2205\">Avoid Contact with Water, Perfume and Cleaning Products<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2310\">Water and chemicals can damage some stones, alter their color or affect the metal.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2360\">\ud83d\udc49 <em data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2360\">Take your jewelry off first and put it on last.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2421\"><strong data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2419\">Remove Jewelry During Exercise, Showering or Heavy Sweating<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2558\">Sweat contains salts that can damage the stone or metal elements.<br data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2498\" \/>Elastic cords lose their elasticity when they are frequently wet or subjected to strain.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2625\">\ud83d\udc49 <em data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2625\">Give your jewelry time to \u201crest\u201d while you exercise.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2671\"><strong data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2669\">Clean with a Soft, Dry Cloth<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2761\">Some stones are soft (moonstone, fluorite, sodalite) and can be scratched by abrasives.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2807\">\ud83d\udc49 <em data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2807\">Gentle movements are completely sufficient.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2843\"><strong data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2841\">Store Separately<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2844\" data-end=\"2915\">Keep pieces in a pouch, box or soft compartment so they do not scratch one another.<\/p>\n<h1>\ud83d\udca7<strong>Stones That Do NOT Like Water<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>These minerals can be damaged, become cloudy, partially dissolve or crack when they come into contact with water:<\/p>\n<h3>\u274c <strong>Highly Sensitive to Water (Absolutely NO Water):<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Selenite<\/li>\n<li>Howlite<\/li>\n<li>Calcite (including blue calcite, copper calcite)<\/li>\n<li>Malachite<\/li>\n<li>Azurite<\/li>\n<li>Labradorite with many microcracks<\/li>\n<li>Pyrite (rusts)<\/li>\n<li>Opal<\/li>\n<li>Lepidolite<\/li>\n<li>Angelite<\/li>\n<li>Sodalite (may fade)<\/li>\n<li>Rose Quartz<\/li>\n<li>Citrine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Sensitive \u2013 Water Is NOT Recommended:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Moonstone<\/li>\n<li>Sunstone<\/li>\n<li>Rhodochrosite<\/li>\n<li>Rhodonite<\/li>\n<li>Aventurine (some types are pressed)<\/li>\n<li>Fluorite<\/li>\n<li>Sphalerite<\/li>\n<li>Jadeite (natural jadeite is stable, but dyed varieties are not!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u2714\ufe0f <strong>Stones That Are NOT Problematic in Water (Full List):<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Clear Quartz<\/li>\n<li>Amethyst<\/li>\n<li>Agate<\/li>\n<li>Jasper<\/li>\n<li>Onyx<\/li>\n<li>Tiger\u2019s Eye<\/li>\n<li>Hematite (but not suitable for salt water)<\/li>\n<li>Obsidian<\/li>\n<li>Tourmaline (black \u2013 yes; colored varieties \u2013 gently)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3292\">\ud83d\udca1 <em data-start=\"3242\" data-end=\"3292\">All jewelry should be protected from salt water.<\/em><\/p>\n<h1><strong>Special Care Tips for Metals and Elastic Components<\/strong><\/h1>\n<h2><strong>Silver (925)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Silver naturally tarnishes \u2013 this is NOT a defect, but a reaction with:<br \/>\n\u2022 oxygen<br \/>\n\u2022 sweat<br \/>\n\u2022 perfume<br \/>\n\u2022 soaps<\/p>\n<h3>Tips:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>clean only with a <strong>special silver polishing cloth<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>do not leave it in damp places<\/li>\n<li>avoid water + chlorine<\/li>\n<li>ideally store it in a <strong>closed pouch<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Quick trick:<br \/>\nPlace the silver jewelry in a bowl with warm water + baking soda + foil \u2013 10 minutes \u2192 the shine returns.<br \/>\n(But NOT for gold, and NOT for jewelry with glued stones.)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Stainless Steel (316L)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The most resistant to water and everyday wear.<\/p>\n<h3>Tips:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>it can get wet (including while showering)<\/li>\n<li>it does not rust<\/li>\n<li>it does not change color<\/li>\n<li>clean with a cloth or soapy water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ideal for:<br \/>\n\u2014 men\u2019s accessories<br \/>\n\u2014 everyday jewelry<br \/>\n\u2014 necklaces and bracelets that are worn frequently<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>\ud83d\udfe1 <strong>Gold (14K \/ 18K \/ Gold Plating)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>Solid Gold:<\/h3>\n<p>It <em>never<\/em> changes.<br \/>\nOnly dust\/soap can build up on it \u2192 clean with mild soap + water.<\/p>\n<h3>Gold-Plated Jewelry:<\/h3>\n<p>The plating can wear away, so:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>avoid perfume<\/li>\n<li>avoid creams<\/li>\n<li>do not rub vigorously<\/li>\n<li>store separately<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Elastic Cords (for Stretch Bracelets)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Elastic cords are very strong, but:<\/p>\n<h3>Tips:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>DO NOT pull hard<\/li>\n<li>remove during workouts and showering<\/li>\n<li>avoid sweat, creams and salt water<\/li>\n<li>if you have a bracelet with heavy stones \u2192 do not wear it every day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Elastic cord lasts 6\u201318 months depending on use.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Wires (Stainless Steel, Copper, Silver-Plated, Gold-Plated)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>Stainless Steel:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>the most durable<\/li>\n<li>do not rust<\/li>\n<li>hardly bend<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Copper \/ Silver-Plated \/ Gold-Plated:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>do not like water<\/li>\n<li>can tarnish<\/li>\n<li>can be scratched by hard stones<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Tips:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>always remove before showering<\/li>\n<li>keep away from perfume<\/li>\n<li>do not sleep wearing them<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1>Orgonites and Natural Gemstone Trees \u2013 Care and Energy<\/h1>\n<h3><strong>Orgonites (Pyramids, Keychains, Pendants)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Orgonites are stable and durable because they are made from resin, metal and crystals.<br \/>\nThey do not require special physical care, but they benefit from:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>being wiped periodically with a soft, dry cloth<\/li>\n<li>being kept in a space with clean energy<\/li>\n<li>being placed where air or light can move around them<\/li>\n<li>(optional) being recharged on selenite<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udc9b <em>Orgonites should not remain wet for long periods \u2014 the resin is resistant, but the metal parts may tarnish slightly.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Natural Gemstone Trees (Feng Shui Trees)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Decorative trees are delicate, shaped by hand and beautiful to display.<br \/>\nTo preserve them:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>remove dust with a soft brush or dry cloth<\/li>\n<li>do not expose them to direct sunlight for long periods (some stones may fade)<\/li>\n<li>do not wet the metal base<\/li>\n<li>if the branches bend \u2014 you can gently reshape them by hand<\/li>\n<li>place the tree where there is a flow of energy (near a window, on a desk, in the living room)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udc9b <em>The tree is an energetic accent and works best when placed in a clean and tidy space.<\/em><\/p>\n<h1 data-start=\"4407\" data-end=\"4456\"><strong data-start=\"4411\" data-end=\"4456\">The Character of Natural Stones<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"4458\" data-end=\"4504\">Natural stones are NOT perfect \u2014 they have:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4505\" data-end=\"4574\">\n<li data-start=\"4505\" data-end=\"4519\">\n<p data-start=\"4507\" data-end=\"4519\">inclusions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4520\" data-end=\"4540\">\n<p data-start=\"4522\" data-end=\"4540\">natural patterns<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4541\" data-end=\"4555\">\n<p data-start=\"4543\" data-end=\"4555\">cloudiness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4556\" data-end=\"4574\">\n<p data-start=\"4558\" data-end=\"4574\">microcracks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4576\" data-end=\"4701\">This is <strong data-start=\"4583\" data-end=\"4616\">evidence of authenticity<\/strong>, not a defect.<br data-start=\"4630\" data-end=\"4633\" \/>No two stones are completely identical \u2014 just as no two souls are exactly alike.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4945\" data-end=\"5089\">Proper care makes your jewelry more durable, more beautiful and energetically brighter.<br data-start=\"5029\" data-end=\"5032\" \/>If you have any questions \u2014 you can always contact us.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5091\" data-end=\"5228\">Every piece of jewelry from Selena-Fashion.eu is selected, crafted and packaged with care \u2014 like a gift that carries beauty and meaning in itself.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The jewelry and crystals you choose from 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