Worried about how to keep your silver jewellery in good condition? 

It’s understandable! Sterling silver is a beautiful, traditional metal that’s prone to tarnishing over time. But as long as silver jewellery is properly cared for, it’ll maintain its appearance and value for a long time. 

This handy guide will help you keep your silver bracelets in good condition so you can wear them whenever you want and trust them never to disappoint you!  

Understanding Silver and Its Properties

To understand how to clean silver properly, you need to know why silver tarnishes and what can make that worse. 

Why Silver Tarnishes

Silver tarnishes because it reacts with oxygen and moisture in the air, creating a layer of hydrogen sulphide over the metal's surface. It can also react to the presence of sulphur in the air or in cosmetics and perfumes. 

Some silver earrings, necklaces, and bracelets are made with copper, which can also speed up that reaction. 

Factors Affecting Silver’s Longevity

So, how can you reduce the chance of your silver earrings, necklaces and bracelets tarnishing over time? 

Well, a few key factors can accelerate the spread of tarnish over silver. Humidity, harsh chemicals, sweat, and the temperature of your surroundings can all encourage the buildup of tarnish. Keep your jewellery clean and away from moisture, and that will help. 

Essential Silver Bracelet Care Tips

Now that we know what causes tarnish, we can prevent it and extend the lifespan of any silver bracelet. 

Cleaning and Polishing Techniques 

The best option for removing tarnish is silver cream or polish, but not many people always have that on hand. So, instead of running to buy some polish, use what you already have at home to clean silver bangles, cuffs, or chain bracelets. 

Mix baking soda with enough lukewarm water to form a thick paste, and rub this to rub away any tarnish, avoiding gemstones or organic materials. You can also use a soft-bristled toothbrush to brush away dirt and grime in engraved silver bracelets. Rinse the bracelet in warm water and gently pat it dry with a soft cloth. 

Proper Storage Methods

Once your bracelet is clean, you need to make sure it’s in a safe space! Like most jewellery, it’s best to keep a silver bracelet in its pouch or in tarnish-proof cloth.

And above all, never keep jewellery in the bathroom, whether it’s made of silver, gold, platinum, or a modern metal. Bathrooms can be incredibly moist environments, which can damage gemstones, pearls, and even the metal itself sometimes. 

Expert Advice from Camile and Stone

As a professional jewellery company, we understand the importance of keeping your jewellery beautiful and tarnish-free for years to come. 

Recommended products and tools 

Home remedies can help remove small amounts of tarnish and dirt, but they don’t replace the beneficial effect of silver creams and polishes. If you have other silver accessories in your home, try a silver cream. They often require more elbow grease but can be really effective! 

Or, if you just want to protect your silver jewellery, try a jewellery cleaner like Connoisseurs Dazzle Drops. These drops are designed to be safe for gemstones, diamonds, and gold and are also much easier to use on thinner pieces like our Tennis Sapphire Bracelet. 

It’s also a good idea to have a lint-free cloth to hand, as this is great for drying and cleaning silver jewellery without extra products. 

Preventative Measures for Daily Wear 

If you want to wear a silver bracelet every day, it’s important to keep it safe. Remove it before swimming, exercising, showering, or sleeping, and avoid handling silver cuffs or chain bracelets (like our Link Chain Stacking Bracelet) just after using hand creams or perfumes. 

It’s also best to wear gloves when cleaning your bracelet and store it in an airtight space away from direct sunlight. You don’t want to get any of the natural oils of your hand onto your bracelet when you’ve just cleaned it, after all! 

Silver jewellery trends for 2025 

So what’s new? Silver jewellery has existed for thousands of years, and it’s got a timeless quality that means it’s not going away any time soon.  

Innovations in anti-tarnish finishes 

Recent innovations like palladium and rhodium plating have transformed how we use and interact with silver bracelets. Electroplating is expensive, but it creates a protective coating that helps reduce the chance of tarnish buildup.

This new technology also makes jewellery maintenance a lot easier, as you don’t have to remove dirt anywhere near as often. But it’s still important to keep your silver jewellery clean, dry, and away from harsh chemicals, as electroplating can fade over time. 

And if you’re in the market for a new, beautiful accessory, check out our extensive collection of silver bracelets!