How to Clean and Care for Your Engagement Ring

Your engagement ring, wedding band, push present, heirloom pieces…all of these pieces and more are so special that they become a part of you. They carry stories, memories, meaning—and naturally, you want to wear them every single day. And you should! But with constant wear comes everyday exposure: lotions, soaps, workouts, errands, even just life on-the-go. Over time, those little moments can start to dull their sparkle or put wear on the settings that hold everything in place.

That’s where a little intentional care comes in. Think of it less as a chore and more as a way of protecting something that means so much to you. By weaving simple habits into your routine you're not just maintaining their beauty, you’re preserving the memories they represent.

The best part? It doesn’t take much! By taking your rings off at the right times, giving them a gentle clean, and having them checked regularly can keep your diamonds brilliant, your gold glowing, and your rings feeling just as special as the day you first slipped them on.

To Wear or Not to Wear

Your rings are meant to be worn and loved, but knowing when to take them off is just as important as wearing them. Here’s our guide on When to Not Wear your rings!

Step by Step Ring Cleaning

To keep your diamonds sparkling, a little at home cleaning does the trick– no need for fancy machines or chemical solutions! All you need is a bowl, toothbrush, mild dish soap, and a lint-free cloth to have your diamonds sparkling like new again. Here’s our Step by Step Instructions for ring cleaning!

Longterm Care

If you got your ring from us at Brilliance in Diamonds then we want to help you take care for your jewelry! Although there is no requirement to have your ring inspected every 6 months we highly recommend to have your jewelry professionally cleaned and inspected regularly. We offer complimentary lifetime professional cleaning to our clients, if your ring ever needs a “spa day” we are happy to do so! As well as complimentary lifetime inspections which includes checking and tightening of loose stones and assessment of prongs.

Caring for your ring is really about protecting the moments and memories it represents. By adding some daily habits, an easy cleaning routine, and planning for professional cleanings and inspections your rings will continue to sparkle with you every chapter ahead!