Necklace & Bracelet Care Guide: Keeping Chains, Charms & Hair Accessories Looking New

Chains, charm bracelets, and hair accessories each have their own quirks when it comes to staying tangle-free and tarnish-free — here's how to keep the rest of your handmade collection (beyond earrings) looking its best.

Preventing Tangled Chains

Hang necklaces individually on hooks or lay them flat in a divided tray rather than piling them into one drawer — delicate chains and layered pieces are the quickest to knot.

Caring for Charm Bracelets

Charms and clasps pick up the most wear from daily knocks. Remove bracelets before washing hands, exercising, or doing housework, and give the clasp a gentle check every so often to make sure it's still closing securely.

Looking After Hair Clips, Bows & Ties

Metal alligator clips and snap clips can lose their spring if stored under pressure — keep them in a shallow box rather than squashed at the bottom of a drawer, and wipe fabric bows with a dry cloth rather than soaking them.

Keeping Moisture Away

Remove chains and hair accessories before swimming or showering, and let them dry fully before putting them back in storage to avoid trapped moisture affecting clasps and finishes.

Gentle, Infrequent Cleaning

A soft, dry cloth is usually enough. For anything with plated detail, avoid soaking or scrubbing — a light wipe keeps the finish intact without loosening delicate settings.

Final Thoughts

Simple storage habits do most of the work — keep chains separated, clips uncrushed, and everything away from moisture, and the rest of your collection stays as wearable as your favourite earrings.

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