Product Care

Fine jewellery is built to last, but a little care goes a long way — especially for pieces you wear daily. Here’s how to look after your Oscar & Co pieces by material.

Caring for your diamond

Lab-grown diamonds are exceptionally hard and won’t scratch under normal wear, but they can still attract oil and dust that dull their sparkle. Clean gently every few weeks with warm water, a drop of mild dish soap, and a soft-bristled brush (an old toothbrush works well), then rinse and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.

Caring for gold

Gold is a soft precious metal, so it’s the most prone to fine surface scratching over time — that’s normal and part of how gold ages, not a fault. Avoid contact with chlorine, perfume, and household cleaning products, which can affect the finish, and remove gold jewellery before swimming, showering, or exercising.

Caring for platinum

Platinum is dense and highly durable, and it doesn’t lose metal the way gold does when scratched — instead it develops a soft patina over time, which many people love. If you prefer a brighter, polished look, a jeweller can re-polish platinum back to its original shine.

Caring for silver

Silver naturally tarnishes with air exposure, especially if it’s not worn regularly. Store silver pieces in an airtight bag or pouch when not in use, and polish occasionally with a dedicated silver polishing cloth to keep it bright.

General care habits

• Put jewellery on last, after makeup, perfume, and hairspray
• Take it off before swimming, showering, exercising, or cleaning
• Store pieces separately — in a lined box or individual pouches — so they don’t scratch each other
• Have settings and clasps checked by a professional once a year