1. DRY SILVER

• Shower. It’s not a great idea to shower with your jewelry on, but once in a while isn’t going to do any lasting damage. Just make sure to dry it after.
• Swimming Pool. Take your silver off. Chlorine is a pretty harsh chemical, so if you accidentally forget to remove your silver jewelry before hopping in, make sure to rinse and clean it afterward. 
• Hot Tub. Same idea as the swimming pool, but there’s even more chlorine in the hot tub and the heat can accelerate the chemical reaction. 
• Hot Springs. The sulphur in natural hot springs will wreak havoc on your silver. Unless you’re going for that “dark oxidized” look, avoid at all costs. 
• Bonus Tip: Chemicals in lotions and perfumes can also cause your jewelry to tarnish. Apply them first, let them dry, and then put your jewelry on. 

2. MAINTAIN PROPER STORAGE
Air exposure can wreak havoc by tarnishing your delicate silver. Don’t just leave it lying on your nightstand or in an open jewelry chest. And, don’t just leave it in your purse or drawer! 

It’s best to store silver in individual, air-tight bags with anti-tarnish properties. These types of bags keep air exposure out, and keep the shininess and brilliance intact.

Unclasp and unhook the jewelry to avoid potential scratching. Do NOT bunch several pieces in the same bag to save time or space. This can create tangling, scratching, tarnish, and that is exactly what we are trying to avoid here! 

Finally, if you are traveling with your jewelry, be sure to use a special case for protection!

3. KNOW WHEN TO TAKE OFF YOUR JEWELRY
It is optimal to remove jewelry during the following times: 

• Household chores, such as dishes, laundry, and when using cleaning supplies
• When exercising, at the gym, or playing contact sports
• When showering or bathing 
• Swimming, hot tubs, or saunas
• Very hot places (such as when lying out at the beach or pool)
• When getting ready (i.e: putting on lotion, makeup, hair products)
• Preparing, cooking, or eating foods that contain sulfur (this includes eggs and mayonnaise). 
• Outside chores or tasks, such as gardening 
  
  

4. POLISH IT PRETTY 
To do this, use a simple microfiber cloth or special jewelry cloth to clean your goods. Focus on maintaining long up-and-down strokes to clean the jewelry. Be sure to use different parts of the cloth to avoid spreading any tarnish. Do not use circular motions here, as it can actually make the tarnish or dirt worse. Be sure to avoid polishing any part of the jewelry that is intentionally oxidized. 

5. MAKE YOUR OWN DIY CLEANER 
these are natural cleaning methods, as the harsh chemicals in professional cleaning products can be incredibly taxing on your jewelry.

WATER AND BAKING SODA METHOD
You will need 2 parts water to 1 part baking soda (use a bit more water if the jewelry has delicate features). Stir into a paste. Use an old toothbrush or cleaning wand to apply this DIY cleaner in gentle motions and movements. 

DISH LIQUID AND WATER
No fancy cleaning methods needed for this option. Simply rinse the jewelry off in the same way you would clean your own hands. 

SALT WATER METHOD
Line a cooking pan or large dinner plate with a sheet of aluminium foil. Place each piece of jewelry directly on the foil. Combine 1 cup of boiling water with 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of baking soda together. Pour the mixture into the pan or large dinner plate. Add 1/2 cup of vinegar to the mixture. Bubbles will surface! Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes (use a spoon if needed for stirring). Rinse in cool water and dry off with a microfiber cloth.