Earrings that accentuate your face and complement your outfit for the day. However, like any other piece of jewelry, 925 sterling silver earrings tend to get dirty over time if not properly cared for on a regular basis. Dirty and sanitized earrings not only look messy, they can pose potential infections and other health problems. Therefore, you should take great care in caring for your jewelry. Read more about why and how to sanitize your sterling silver earrings.

Why is it Important to Sterilize Your Earrings?

The skin acts as a natural barrier against most germs and diseases, but infection can occur if the outer layer is damaged (as in piercings). Infected piercings can be painful and potentially dangerous. Therefore, it is important to keep your piercing clean and sterile. There are three main reasons why you need to care for your earrings: Restore beauty: You may have noticed that jewelry such as earrings loses its luster and shine after long-term wear. Regularly disinfecting and cleaning your earrings will keep them looking as good as new. Extends Life: Wearing jewelry can expose it to harsh elements such as natural oils, beauty products and even moisture. These elements can tarnish or ruin your earrings. So sterilizing your earrings will extend their life. Maintain Earring Hygiene: Bacteria and other microbes can accumulate on the surface of your jewelry over time, so regular care of your silver earrings will keep any bacteria and other contaminants present. It can be removed and reduce the risk of infection.

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How Do You Sterilize Your Earrings?

When cleaning your silver jewelry, you need to remove not only visible dirt and discoloration, but also any dirt that may have accumulated on your earrings. With that in mind, here are some ways to disinfect your earrings. Rubbing alcohol or alcohol wipes What you need: 70% isopropyl rubbing alcohol, tweezers, and a small cup or bowl.

One of the easiest ways to disinfect your earrings is to rub them with alcohol. First, place the earring in a cup and pour enough rubbing alcohol to completely cover it. Soak the earrings in the contents for about 5 minutes. Remove the earrings from the tray using tweezers. Lay the earrings on a clean towel to dry and they will be as good as new.

Note: If rubbing alcohol is not available, alcohol swabs are a good substitute. This method is very effective for disinfecting the back of the piercing. Gently apply an alcohol swab to the surface of the earring. When finished, wipe the earrings clean and dry. baking soda and vinegar What you will need: Vinegar, baking soda, aluminum foil, small bowl, warm water, soft polishing cloth, salt Mix 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of baking soda in an aluminum-lined bowl. Then slowly pour half a cup of vinegar and boiling water into the bowl. Soak the earrings completely in the mixture for about an hour. To remove the vinegar smell from your silver earrings, rinse with warm water and dry with a soft polishing cloth. hydrogen peroxide What you'll need: Hydrogen peroxide, water, a small cup, tweezers, a jewelry polishing cloth, and latex gloves.

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Hydrogen peroxide is a very efficient way to disinfect jewelry at home and is also great for killing bacteria and other microbes. First, prepare a hydrogen peroxide solution by mixing equal parts 3% hydrogen peroxide and purified water in a small cup. Dip the silver earrings into the mug and soak in water for 10 minutes. When finished, use tweezers to remove the earring from the solution. Rinse under clean running water and dry gently with a jewelry polishing cloth or paper towel. Note: Direct contact with hydrogen peroxide can irritate the skin. Therefore, always wear latex gloves to protect your hands before disinfecting your jewelry. hot water You will need: a small cup, hot water, a clean baby toothbrush, a silver polishing cloth, and a spoon.

If you don't have hydrogen peroxide, you can always disinfect your jewelry with boiling water. First, prepare a cup of hot water and drop the earrings in the cup for 20 minutes. This will allow the warm water to kill germs and take longer to remove stains from your jewelry. Then take the piercing out with a spoon and gently scrub it with a soft, clean toothbrush. Use a toothbrush to remove any remaining dirt from the piercing.

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Finally, place the silver earrings on a dry polishing cloth to dry. Note: Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before beginning to sterilize your jewelry. Make sure your hands are dry before disinfecting your earrings. Keeping your sterling silver earrings clean and disinfected is important for maintaining the health of your ears. Here are some tips to keep in mind when caring for your jewelry. Wash your hands thoroughly before putting jewelry in your ears or removing jewelry from your ears. This prevents bacteria and dirt from spreading and entering through the ear canal. Avoid sleeping with your earrings on.

This can lead to infection through bacteria on pillows and sheets. Clean your jewelry regularly. The most efficient way to clean your earrings is to use warm soapy water and dry with a polishing cloth. Be sure to wash off the soap and dry completely.

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Avoid wearing earrings made of low quality jewelry metals (such as nickel silver or brass). Costumes and fashion earrings may increase the risk of infection. Therefore, choose hypoallergenic jewelry such as stainless steel and sterling silver. Check your earrings for discoloration or damage.

If an earring breaks, discard it and buy a new one instead. By following these tips and procedures, you can ensure that your earrings are sterile and prevent irritation. Earrings are sanitized and safe to wear. For more tips on caring for your jewelry, check out this guide to caring for your jewelry and accessories.