Earrings are a popular accessory that, if dirty and dusty, can significantly affect your appearance. Moreover, ears are very sensitive, and the entry of dirt and microbes can be a primary cause of infection. By regularly cleaning your earrings at home, you can not only look more beautiful but also take care of your ear health. Since finding an easy way to clean earrings at home is a primary concern for lovers of this accessory, in this instructional article from Ruby Gold, we will teach you three home methods to clean your earrings.
First Method: Wash Your Earrings with Warm Water
This very simple method is suitable for times when you have no other means available. We should add that with this simple method, your earrings will not shine like they do with jewelry cleaning solutions, but it is effective in removing dirt and dust.
To clean earrings with warm water, first wash your hands thoroughly and then bring some water to a boil in a pot on the stove. Hot water has the property of giving your earrings a slight shine, removing dust from their surface, and killing microbes. Moreover, using warm water is suitable for all types of earrings and does not damage the metal.
When the water is close to boiling, turn off the heat and place the earrings in the water. After two minutes, start brushing the earrings with a soft toothbrush to clean all remaining dirt from the surface and connections. After washing, rinse the earrings with warm water and dry them with a soft cotton towel.
Second Method: Use Hydrogen Peroxide for Complete Disinfection
If you have sensitive skin and need to thoroughly disinfect your earrings before and after each use, the best method is to use hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide can kill bacteria and restore lost shine to your earrings. For this home cleaning method, you need hydrogen peroxide solution, which can be obtained from a pharmacy.
To clean the earrings, first wash your hands thoroughly and then soak a piece of cotton well with hydrogen peroxide solution. Now, rub the cotton completely over the surface of the earrings to clean and shine all parts. For better results, hold the hydrogen peroxide-soaked cotton on the surface for a few minutes and then clean the area with a back-and-forth motion. Finally, rinse the earrings in a bowl of lukewarm water.
If your earrings have many connections and the cotton strands might get stuck, the best way to clean them is to place the earrings in a small container of hydrogen peroxide to soak thoroughly. After five to ten minutes, remove them from the hydrogen peroxide and rinse with lukewarm water. Finally, dry the earrings with a soft cotton towel.
Third Method: Make a Cleaning Solution at Home
If you do not have access to hydrogen peroxide and warm water does not meet your needs, it is better to make a homemade cleaning solution. Mix a few drops of dishwashing liquid with lukewarm water and stir gently to avoid excessive foam. Ensure your dishwashing liquid is sulfate-free to prevent potential damage to the metal.
Soak your gold earrings in this cleaning solution for fifteen minutes to remove all dirt. Then, use a soft toothbrush, like a child’s toothbrush, to clean the earrings by dipping it in the cleaning solution and gently brushing the surface. Brush more on tarnished areas but be gentle.
After brushing, rinse the earrings with lukewarm water to wash off the dishwashing liquid. Finally, dry them with a soft towel or a lint-free cloth.
These three simple home methods help you keep your earrings clean and shiny. Of course, these methods are specifically for cleaning earrings at home, and there are more specialized ways to clean all kinds of jewelry, which are performed by jewelers.
