This gives the warm water and soap time to loosen dirt that has collected around the metal and underneath settings.
- Gently Brush Away the Dirt
Take the jewelry out and use a very soft toothbrush to gently clean around the setting and other hard-to-reach areas.
Don’t scrub aggressively.
The goal is to loosen dirt—not polish the jewelry by force.
- Rinse Carefully
Rinse the piece with clean water to remove any remaining soap.
A useful trick is to rinse it over a bowl rather than directly over