At AGALINO, our bracelets are designed to live with you, day and night. However, even though our stainless steel offers great durability, everyday life leaves a few marks. Sunscreen, perspiration, limescale in water, or even cosmetic residue can eventually leave a light, dull film on the metal parts or slightly stiffen your cord.

Fortunately, steel is a very easy metal to maintain. Here is our complete guide on how to clean stainless steel jewelry in just a few minutes, with items you already have in your cupboards.

Daily cleaning: Fresh water and soap

For the regular maintenance of your bracelets, there is no need for harsh chemicals or special silver cleaners.

• Lukewarm water: Simply run your bracelet under a stream of water.
• Mild soap: Use a drop of Marseille soap or regular dish soap. These degreasing products are perfect for dissolving residue from moisturizer or other products.
  
• Massaging the cord: Gently rub the colored cord between your fingers to work up a lather and dislodge impurities embedded in the fibers.
• Drying: Rinse thoroughly and pat the jewelry dry with a clean towel.

The post-swim reflex: Rinsing

Although our bracelets are designed to be water-resistant, when seawater evaporates, salt crystallizes inside the cord's fibers, which can make it feel a bit rough to the touch. Likewise, fine sand can slip into your reliable clasp.

The solution? As soon as you get back from the beach or the pool, rinse your bracelet thoroughly with clear water. You can simply keep it on when you take your post-swim shower!

The trick for deep cleaning: Baking soda

After a few months, especially if your local water is very hard, it is time for a deep clean.

Take a small bowl and mix a teaspoon of water with a teaspoon of baking soda to form a paste (a pea-sized amount of regular toothpaste also works very well).
Use a very soft-bristled toothbrush to avoid scratching the metal.
Gently scrub the findings and the clasp, focusing on the small crevices.
Rinse with lukewarm water and dry with a soft cloth (such as a microfiber cloth).

What to absolutely avoid

Although stainless steel is very easy to live with, there are two major mistakes to avoid when maintaining it:

• Pure bleach: While highly diluted chlorine in a pool is tolerated if you rinse the jewelry afterwards, concentrated bleach from your household products can attack the metal and permanently alter the color of your cord. Remember to remove your jewelry during heavy household chores.
• Abrasive sponges: Never use the scouring side (green) of a sponge or a wire brush, as you risk creating irreversible micro-scratches on the smooth surface of your findings.

The advantage of AGALINO bracelets is that with a little water, soap, and five minutes of your time, your jewelry will retain its elegance over time. Enjoy your bracelets with complete peace of mind!