The best way to care for fine jewelry is to clean it gently, remove it before swimming or activities involving impact, and store each piece separately. Check your jewelry yourself once a month and have it professionally inspected once a year.
Written by Evelina Lavrenova, GIA Applied Jewelry Professional · Last reviewed October 2026
Every Evelina Lavrenova piece is handcrafted in Bulgaria by a family-owned atelier that has worked in fine jewelry since the 1990s.
The brand began with a custom ring and Evelina's ambition to create jewelry that could eventually be passed down. Making a piece that lasts takes skilled hands and careful craftsmanship. Keeping it beautiful takes much less.
How to care for lab-grown diamond jewelry at a glance
- Clean every 1–2 weeks: Use lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft brush for suitable pieces.
- Last on, first off: Apply perfume and skincare before putting on your jewelry.
- Avoid chemicals and impact: Remove jewelry before swimming, exercising and cleaning.
- Store pieces separately: Diamonds can scratch gold and other diamonds.
- Check monthly: Look for loose stones, worn clasps and damaged connections.
- Inspect yearly: Have a jeweler examine your settings once a year.
Why do lab-grown diamonds lose their sparkle?
Diamonds attract oil. Hand cream, sunscreen, makeup and natural skin oils leave a thin film on the surface, particularly underneath the stone.
That residue affects how light enters and reflects within the diamond, making it appear less brilliant.
Natural and lab-grown diamonds share essentially the same chemistry, optical properties and hardness of 10 on the Mohs scale. Both need the same everyday cleaning routine.
Your diamond's brilliance doesn't disappear with age. In most cases, a dull appearance comes from residue that can be removed with gentle cleaning.
How to clean lab-grown diamond jewelry at home
For securely set diamond jewelry in solid gold, cleaning at home takes around 15 minutes.
- Check the setting. Look for bent prongs, loose stones or damaged connections. If something feels wrong, have the piece inspected before cleaning.
- Prepare a bowl. Use lukewarm water and a few drops of mild, unscented dish soap.
- Soak for 10–15 minutes. For pieces suitable for soaking, this loosens oils and residue around the diamond and its setting.
- Brush gently. Use an extra-soft toothbrush, paying attention to the underside of the diamond. Avoid pressing against delicate prongs.
- Rinse carefully. Use a separate bowl of clean, lukewarm water rather than an open sink.
- Dry completely. Pat with a lint-free cloth and allow the piece to air-dry before storing it.
For jewelry you wear daily, repeat this routine every week or two. Pieces worn occasionally can be cleaned as needed.
If a piece has a specialized finish, delicate connection or damaged setting, contact us before soaking or brushing it.
What should you never use to clean diamond jewelry?
- Toothpaste or baking soda: Their abrasive particles can scratch the gold surrounding your diamonds.
- Bleach and chlorine-based cleaners: These can damage gold alloys, particularly with repeated exposure.
- Boiling water: Extreme temperature changes are unnecessary and can put certain settings at risk.
- Silver cleaning dips: These can damage gold finishes and aren't suitable for cleaning Evelina Lavrenova diamond jewelry.
- Home ultrasonic cleaners: Vibrations can worsen loose settings. Have a jeweler check the setting before using one.
When should you take off your diamond jewelry?
Put on your jewelry after your skincare, perfume and hairspray have dried. Take it off before activities that expose it to chemicals, friction or impact.
- Swimming: Chlorine can affect gold alloys, while sand can scratch polished metal. Cold water can also make rings easier to lose as fingers temporarily shrink.
- Working out: Chains can catch on equipment, and impacts can loosen earring backs or damage settings. Take off rings before lifting weights.
- Household cleaning: Bleach, detergents and other chemicals can damage metal alloys and finishes.
- Cooking: Grease, dough and food residue collect around diamond settings. Remove delicate pieces before working extensively with your hands.
- Gardening and heavy work: Dirt and grit can scratch gold, while pressure can damage settings.
- Sleeping: Fine chains can tangle or kink. Earrings may catch on bedding, putting pressure on their posts and backs.
Remove your jewelry before showering, too. Soap and shampoo leave deposits around diamonds and make them appear dull more quickly.
How to clean and maintain white gold and yellow gold jewelry
Evelina Lavrenova jewelry is available in white and yellow gold. Both need gentle cleaning, but their appearance can change differently with everyday wear.
Yellow gold maintains its warm color, although polished surfaces develop fine scratches over time. Professional polishing can restore shine, but it removes a small amount of metal and shouldn't be performed unnecessarily.
White gold is an alloy of gold and other metals. Rhodium plating, when present, gives it a brighter white finish. That coating gradually wears through friction and can be renewed professionally.
Avoid abrasive cleaning and unnecessary polishing, particularly if your jewelry has a plated finish. If you notice visible changes in the surface or color of your gold jewelry, contact us before attempting to restore it yourself.
How to care for colored lab-grown diamonds
The Signature Halo Collection includes five diamond color stories:
- Lumière: Clear
- Muse: Pink
- Heavenlee: Blue
- Everly: Green
- Aurelia: Yellow
All are cleaned the same way when their settings and finishes are suitable for the standard cleaning routine.
Do colored lab-grown diamonds fade?
The color of a colored lab-grown diamond is permanent under normal wear. It won't wash out during cleaning or fade simply because you wear it in sunlight.
Some colored lab-grown diamonds receive treatments after growth to develop their final appearance. A diamond's grading report can identify whether its color was treated.
This matters during repairs involving high temperatures. Certain treated diamonds can be affected by the heat of a jeweler's torch.
If your diamond's color was treated, tell the jeweler before any repair involving heat. Keep your grading report with your purchase records so this information remains available.
Each Signature Halo center diamond comes with an independent grading report. The smaller diamonds surrounding it are not individually graded.
For more information, read How to Read an IGI Lab-Grown Diamond Report.
How to care for your Signature Halo necklace and earrings
The Signature Halo was designed to change with the way you wear it.
The necklace has three configurations: the central diamond alone, the halo alone or both together. The earrings can be worn as studs or combined with their removable halos.
Because the designs contain interchangeable components, the connections and smaller diamond settings deserve particular attention.
How to change the Signature Halo configuration
- Always work with clean, dry hands over a soft, stable surface. A folded towel protects the components if you accidentally drop one.
- Never force an attachment. If a part doesn't connect smoothly, stop rather than risk bending the mechanism.
- Before wearing your jewelry, check that the detachable elements are properly aligned and securely attached.
- Never try to remove the diamond from its prongs. Only separate the parts designed to come apart.
How to clean the smaller halo diamonds
The smaller diamonds are held in delicate settings. Even when the central diamond appears secure, an impact may affect one of the surrounding stones.
Clean around these settings gently, without pressing the brush against the prongs or metal holding the stones.
Include the halo in your monthly visual checks and have its settings inspected once a year.
How to check your diamond earring backs
Before wearing your earrings, make sure the backs hold securely.
If an earring back feels loose or no longer closes as it should, stop wearing it until the connection has been checked.
How to clean the removable halo
Residue can collect where the interchangeable components connect.
Gently clean around these areas without applying pressure to the settings or attachment mechanism. Avoid forcing the components apart or using abrasive cleaning products.
Make sure the jewelry is completely dry before storing or wearing it again.
How to care for Simple Solitaire jewelry
The Simple Solitaire necklace and earrings have fixed settings without removable halos.
They don't require the additional handling precautions associated with interchangeable components. Gentle cleaning, separate storage and yearly setting inspections remain important.
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How to store diamond jewelry without scratching it
Diamonds can scratch gold, other gemstones and even other diamonds. Placing several pieces together in one pouch is an easy way to damage their surfaces.
Give every piece its own soft-lined compartment.
Fasten necklace clasps before storing them, and lay fine chains flat to prevent knots. Keep earrings paired, with their posts and backs protected.
For Signature Halo pieces, store the removable elements in separate compartments within the same jewelry case.
Avoid humid bathrooms and exposure to cosmetic sprays. When traveling, use a padded case with individual sections rather than a loose pouch.
How to check diamond settings and prevent stone loss
Once a month, examine your most frequently worn jewelry under good lighting.
Look for bent prongs, stones that have shifted, worn clasps or connections that no longer feel secure.
If a stone moves during normal handling, stop wearing the piece. Don't shake the jewelry, pull at the stone or try to tighten the setting yourself.
Arrange a professional inspection once a year, even if everything appears to be in good condition.
Professional jewelry inspections, guarantees and aftercare
Every piece purchased from an EU professional seller is covered by the EU legal guarantee of at least two years for defects present at delivery. This protection applies independently of any additional aftercare services.
Cleaning, polishing, repairs and replating are different types of maintenance. Their suitability depends on the condition, materials and construction of the piece.
For questions about maintaining Evelina Lavrenova jewelry, contact us with details of your piece so we can advise you on the appropriate next steps.
How to care for custom-made diamond jewelry
Alongside the Signature Halo and Simple Solitaire collections, Evelina Lavrenova creates custom engagement rings, wedding bands and other individual designs.
Custom pieces can include natural or lab-grown diamonds, other gemstones and different precious metals.
A custom piece may need different care depending on its materials, settings or finish. Contact us before cleaning it if it contains elements not covered by this guide.
For more advice before commissioning jewelry, read What to Ask Your Jeweler Before Buying a Lab-Grown Diamond.
Frequently asked questions about lab-grown diamond jewelry
Do lab-grown diamonds fade or turn cloudy?
No. Lab-grown diamonds don't fade or turn cloudy with age. Oils and residue can make them look dull, but gentle cleaning removes that buildup.
Can you shower with a diamond necklace?
Remove it before showering. Soap and shampoo can leave residue on the diamond and around its setting.
How often should you clean diamond earrings?
Clean frequently worn earrings every one to two weeks using the routine above, provided the setting and finish are suitable. Check the stones and backs before cleaning.
How often does white gold need replating?
Rhodium-plated white gold needs replating when the finish has worn noticeably. The frequency depends on how often the jewelry is worn and how much friction it experiences.
Can you clean the Signature Halo while attached?
Gently remove visible residue around the diamond settings with a soft brush, avoiding pressure on the connecting mechanism. For a more thorough cleaning of the interchangeable components, contact us for guidance specific to your piece.
Are ultrasonic cleaners safe for lab-grown diamonds?
Lab-grown diamonds generally tolerate ultrasonic cleaning, but vibrations can loosen stones in vulnerable settings. Have a jeweler check the setting before using one.
Do colored lab-grown diamonds need special care?
No. Their everyday cleaning routine is generally the same. If a diamond's color was treated, tell the jeweler before repairs involving heat.
How can you tell if a diamond setting is loose?
Look for bent prongs, a visibly shifted stone or movement noticed during ordinary wear. Stop wearing the jewelry and arrange a professional inspection.
Keep your diamond jewelry beautiful for years
Clean your jewelry gently, remove it before activities that could damage it and check the settings once a month. Small habits make a difference to pieces you intend to keep for years.
For advice about your Signature Halo jewelry or a custom design, arrange a private consultation with Evelina Lavrenova.
Have a question about an existing piece? Contact us.
