We all want to buy cute, long-lasting jewellery without breaking the bank. The fact of the matter is that all brass-based jewellery is susceptible to tarnishing over time. As time goes by, your jewellery inevitably encounters various oils, acids, air and moisture, initiating a chemical reaction with the metal. This reaction gradually leads to the wearing down of Rhodium or 14K gold plating and ultimately results in the tarnishing of your cherished pieces.
There are many factors that can lead to your items tarnishing, from the acidity in your skin to the air around you. Even though we can’t control these factors there are some simple tips to avoid tarnishing and help extend the life of your jewellery such as storing it in our pouch! See our care guide here!
Our 925 Sterling Silver Jewellery will be a better option if you want to avoid tarnishing.
Will brass turn my finger green?
Not for everybody, it depends on your skin type! Green tainting happens more on the fingers due to sweat and hand creams and is much less likely to occur on your neck or wrists. Those that are sensitive to copper or brass should not purchase brass-based jewellery and instead opt for our sterling silver jewellery.
Chemicals from soaps, creams or your skin acidity can cause the metal to oxidise which then leaves a green stain on the skin. People who happen to have a higher acidic pH within their skin tend to experience this phenomenon more often and, whilst rare, it’s worth knowing what to do when such an instance arises.
Our 925 Sterling Silver Jewellery (all 925 Sterling Silver contains 92.5% sterling silver and 6.5% copper) which may be a better option for you if you have had green tainting on your rings before.
See our guide on how to avoid the green finger here!