True enough, artificial jewelry in Pakistan goes beyond telling about your character. But when it is water, jewelry pieces are all not the same. Whether it is swimming or taking a bath, or washing hands, read on to see how you may care for and maintain your beautiful jewelry pieces bright and shining.

The Do’s

1. Know Your Metals

Some are more resistant to water than others. Some jewelry you like to wear where you might get wet by the water; look for these:

✅ Gold solid (14k & higher) – doesn't tarnish easily but is prone to brittleness over time.

✅ Platinum – can be very hard and does not rust.

✅ Stainless Steel – water-proof and does not rust easily

✅ Titanium - light weight, extremely durable, and water proof

2. Waterproof Stones

You can swim in pools or beaches without getting your finger ring for girls, necklaces, bangles for women and earrings rusty if these carry nonporous, durable stones such as: Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies.These gemstones do not absorb water. So you do not have to be concerned about exposure to water if you wear them frequently.

3. Clean & Dry After Exposure

Even though your jewelry has been declared waterproof, it is not a bad idea to:

Rinse off your jewelry in clean water immediately after swimming (especially if in chlorine or saltwater).

Wipe dry your jewelry using a soft cloth, as to avoid long-term damage.

4. Choose Water-Resistant Jewelry

To avoid damaging your fine jewelry, consider these options:

✔️ Silicone rings – Great for beach lovers and gym rats.

✔️ Plastic or resin jewelry – Very fashion-forward, playful, and fully waterproof.

Don't Do

1. Avoid Wearing Anything with Sterling Silver

❌ Silver does tarnish to water. Tarnishes and spots are a given. Chlorine or salt will ruin your silver pieces forever.

2. Do Not Wear Costume Jewelry

❌ Cheaper metals like brass and copper rust faster in water.

❌ Wet, plated jewelry dulls much faster.

3. Do Not Wear Pearl or Opal Jewelry

❌ Pearls and opals are porous. They can absorb water and lose their original luster.

❌ Water dissolves the bond holding a pearl. This means that it might come out of the setting.

4. Avoid Taking Hot Showers and Swimming Pools

❌ Hot water, steam, and chlorine hurt the metal jewelries settings as well as wear out the colors of the gems.

❌ Chlorine eats away at the gold and the platinum too but does this in a slow fashion.

5. Do Not Swim with Watches Unless They Are Water-Resistant

❌ "Water-resistant" doesn't equal "waterproof." Know the ATM rating on your watch before submerging it.

❌ Leather bands on watches soak up water. It can lead to cracking, too, as well as smells that won't quit.

Conclusion 

Other jewelry can be left exposed to water but given extra care for others. In case you are not sure, it is safe always to remove jewelry before swimming or showering. So protect your investments and enjoy your favorite pieces for years to come!

Do you leave your jewelry on while in the water, or do you always take it off? We'd love to hear in the comments.