There is a quiet luxury in a piece that holds its glow. 18K gold-plated jewellery — when cared for properly — can look as good in year three as it did the day you first wore it.
The Basics: What Damages Gold-Plated Jewellery
- Chemicals — Perfume, hairspray, chlorine, and cleaning products are the biggest enemies
- Moisture — Wearing jewellery in the shower, pool, or sea accelerates plating wear
- Friction — Storing pieces together or sleeping in jewellery causes micro-scratches
- Sweat — Regular, direct sweat contact can dull the plating over time
How to Care for Your 18K Gold-Plated Jewellery
- Put jewellery on last — After perfume, lotion, and hairspray
- Remove before water activities — Shower, swimming, washing dishes
- Wipe after wearing — Use a soft, dry cloth to remove oils and sweat
- Store separately — Each piece in its own pouch or compartment
- Avoid direct sunlight for long-term storage
Carryallco's PVD Gold Plating — Built to Last
Standard gold plating is 0.5–1 micron thick. Carryallco uses PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) gold plating which bonds gold at the molecular level, making it 10x harder than standard plating. Combined with our 316L surgical stainless steel base, our jewellery is built to handle daily wear. That's why we offer a 5-year anti-tarnish warranty.
