Have you ever taken your jewelry into the ocean or pool and it came out super black? Maybe you thought you were tricked and your jewelry wasn't silver, but rather made of fancy metals, but the truth is, it's completely normal.
Silver reacts to environmental components. In the case of the sea, it has a high level of sulfur and hydrogen sulfide (caused by the decomposition of organic material)... and silver is very sensitive to this, so its reaction results in a dark patina that stains the metal.
In the case of the pool, the water has a lot of chlorine and the silver is affected in seconds.
We always recommend not wearing your jewelry at the beach or pool, but if you've already done so and are feeling really embarrassed and upset, here's some advice for recovering it:
- Place a layer of aluminum foil in a cup.
- Fill it with warm water and add a tablespoon of baking soda.
- Soak your jewelry for 20 minutes and then gently brush it with a toothbrush.
- Remove, rinse and dry VERY WELL .
Baking soda helps neutralize the sulfur and makes the black coating easier to remove.
Of course, this tip is for very special cases, as it's a strong cleaning method. For everyday use, if you notice that your jewelry is a little dull, you can use a special cloth or clean it with warm water and mild soap.
