Crystal Bracelet Care Guide | How to Clean & Store Stone Jewelry

Daily Wear Guidelines

Crystal bracelets are designed for everyday wear, but a few simple habits will keep them looking their best for years.

When to Remove Your Bracelets

Before showering or bathing

Before swimming (chlorine and salt damage stones)

During intense exercise (sweat can weaken elastic)

When applying lotions, perfumes, or sunscreen

Before sleep (to prevent stretching)

When It's Fine to Keep Them On

At work or school

During light activity

While meditating or journaling

Throughout normal daily routines

Cleaning Your Crystals

Quick Daily Clean

After wearing, wipe each bead gently with a soft, dry cloth. This removes oils and sweat that can dull the finish over time.

Weekly Deep Clean

Dampen a soft cloth with lukewarm water

Add a tiny drop of mild soap if needed

Gently wipe each bead

Rinse the cloth and wipe again to remove soap

Pat dry completely before storing

Stones to Never Submerge

**Pyrite:** Water causes oxidation and rust

**Lava stone:** Porous—absorbs water and takes ages to dry

**Selenite:** Dissolves in water

**Hematite:** Rusts when wet

Elastic Care

The elastic cord is the lifeline of a stretch bracelet. Treat it well.

Putting On and Taking Off

Roll the bracelet over your hand rather than pulling and stretching

Never yank or overstretch

Slide over the widest part of your hand gently

Signs Your Elastic Needs Replacing

Visible fraying or thinning

The bracelet feels loose and slides off easily

Knots appear stretched or damaged

It's been 12-18 months of daily wear

Storage Tips

Best Practices

Store flat, not hanging (gravity stretches elastic)

Keep in a soft pouch or lined box

Store each bracelet separately to prevent scratching

Keep away from direct sunlight (fades amethyst, rose quartz, citrine)

Avoid extreme heat or cold

Travel

Use a small padded case or zip pouch

Don't pack at the bottom of a bag where items press on them

Wrap individually if carrying multiple bracelets

Seasonal Considerations

Summer

Remove before the pool or ocean

Reapply any essential oils to lava stone more frequently

Wipe down more often due to increased sweating

Winter

Cold can make elastic less flexible—warm the bracelet in your hands before putting it on

Dry indoor air won't hurt stones, but moisturize your wrists to prevent skin irritation

When to Retire a Bracelet

If a bracelet breaks, many see it as the stone having completed its purpose. You can:

Restring the beads on new elastic

Repurpose individual beads in other projects

Return them to nature (bury in your garden)

Care for your crystals as they care for your intentions.

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