Gemstone rings

To clean earrings at home: Soak them in a solution of warm water and mild dish soap for 5–10 minutes. Gently scrub with a soft toothbrush, especially around the posts and backs. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a clean, soft cloth. For sterling silver, use a silver polishing cloth. For gold or gemstone earrings, avoid harsh chemicals like alcohol or bleach.

Earrings are made using various techniques depending on the material and design. Metal earrings are often crafted through cutting, shaping, and soldering metal pieces. Beaded earrings may involve hand-assembling beads onto wires or threads. Cast earrings use molds to shape molten metal into intricate forms. After shaping, components are polished, and posts or hooks are attached to complete the piece.

For stud earrings, hold the front of the earring with one hand and gently twist or pull off the back with the other. For hoops or hooks, open the clasp gently and slide the earring out. Always clean your hands first, and if the earring feels stuck or painful to remove, avoid forcing it—use warm compresses or consult a piercer.

You should wait at least 6 to 8 weeks before changing earrings for earlobe piercings, and up to 12 weeks or more for cartilage piercings. Make sure the area is fully healed—there should be no redness, swelling, pain, or discharge. Changing too soon can lead to irritation or infection.

If you have sensitive ears, choose earrings made from hypoallergenic materials such as: Titanium Surgical stainless steel Niobium 14k or 18k solid gold (not gold-plated) Platinum Avoid cheap metal alloys or earrings containing nickel, as they’re a common cause of allergic reactions.