Jewelry Care Guide

Keep Your Alternative Jewelry Looking Its Best

At CyberGoth Fashion, we want you to enjoy your gothic jewelry, ear tunnels, stretched-ear plugs, and alternative accessories for as long as possible. Proper care depends on the material, finish, design, and intended use of each item.

Follow these general care recommendations and always check the specific care instructions provided with your product.

General Jewelry Care

  • Clean your jewelry according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Remove dirt and residue using a soft, clean cloth when suitable for the material.
  • Keep jewelry away from harsh chemicals, perfumes, cosmetics, and cleaning products.
  • Store items separately to reduce scratches, tangling, and surface damage.
  • Dry items thoroughly when the material and product instructions permit water cleaning.
  • Inspect jewelry regularly for loose components, sharp edges, damage, or signs of wear.

Stainless Steel Jewelry

Stainless steel jewelry is generally durable, but care requirements depend on the grade and finish.

  • Wipe the surface with a soft cloth.

  • Use mild soap and water only when permitted by the product instructions.

  • Rinse away soap residue and dry thoroughly if water cleaning is appropriate.

  • Avoid abrasive pads and harsh chemicals that may scratch or damage the finish.

Plated or coated stainless steel jewelry may require gentler care to preserve its surface.

Wooden Ear Plugs and Tunnels

Wood is a natural material that can be affected by moisture and changes in temperature.

  • Keep wooden jewelry dry unless the manufacturer specifically states otherwise.

  • Avoid soaking wood in water or cleaning solutions.

  • Do not use alcohol, harsh detergents, or abrasive cleaners unless expressly approved for that item.

  • Store wooden jewelry in a dry place away from excessive heat and humidity.

  • Follow any manufacturer-provided instructions for conditioning or maintenance.

Do not wear wooden jewelry in a fresh, irritated, or unhealed piercing.

Plated and Decorative Jewelry

Jewelry with plating, paint, coatings, stones, or decorative finishes may be more sensitive to wear.

  • Minimize contact with water, perfumes, lotions, and chemicals.

  • Avoid scrubbing or polishing with abrasive materials.

  • Remove jewelry before activities that may cause impact or friction when appropriate.

  • Store each item separately to protect decorative surfaces.

Ear Plugs and Tunnels: Wear and Hygiene

Jewelry intended for stretched piercings should be suitable for your piercing's current size and condition.

  • Clean jewelry according to its material-specific instructions before wearing it.

  • Wear jewelry only in fully healed piercings.

  • Do not force a plug or tunnel into a tight, painful, or irritated piercing.

  • Avoid sharing personal body jewelry.

  • Remove damaged jewelry and stop wearing anything that causes discomfort.

Cleaning jewelry does not replace proper piercing aftercare. Follow advice from a qualified piercer or healthcare professional for your individual situation.

When Should You Replace Jewelry?

Stop using jewelry if it becomes cracked, chipped, badly scratched, bent, corroded, or otherwise damaged. Sharp edges and damaged surfaces may injure skin or irritate a piercing.

Need Help With Product Care?

Care instructions vary by material and design. Check your product listing or contact CyberGoth Fashion through our Contact Us page if you need clarification about a particular item.

Thank you for choosing CyberGoth Fashion.

Wear it with confidence. Care for it properly. Express your style.