Witchy jewelry is more than just a fashion statement; it is often imbued with magical properties and holds spiritual significance for the wearer. Proper care is essential to maintain its beauty and effectiveness. Do you know the best ways to cleanse, charge, and maintain your witchy jewelry?
Cleansing Your Jewelry
Cleansing is especially important if your witchy jewelry was previously owned, worn, or loved by someone else, as it may carry residual energies. To cleanse your pieces, you can smudge them with sage or palo santo, place them under the light of the moon, or put them in contact with a selenite crystal.
Pro-tip
While a saltwater soak is a common method for cleansing, it can be damaging to certain gemstones and may leave a residue on your jewelry.
Charging Your Jewelry
Once your jewelry is cleansed, you may wish to charge it with specific intentions or energies. Methods include leaving it on your altar in a dedicated dish for tiny treasures, meditating with it, or placing it in sunlight to infuse it with vibrant, yang energy or in moonlight to imbue it with calming, yin energy.
Physical Maintenance
Regular cleaning is can keep your jewelry looking its best. Here's how:
- For silver pieces, use a soft cloth to gently polish and remove tarnish. Avoid using chemical silver cleaners, as they can pit the surface and accelerate tarnishing over time.
- For gemstones, a gentle wipe with a damp cloth usually suffices.
- Avoid wearing your jewelry while swimming or showering to prevent tarnish and potential damage.
Storing Your Jewelry
Proper storage can prolong the life of your jewelry. Store each piece separately if you can. Jewelry that is jumbled together can result in scratches, or tangled chains. A jewelry box with a soft lining and separate compartments is ideal. It’s also best to keep your jewelry away from high humidity if possible.
A Note on Durability
While it's good to be mindful of how you store and care for your jewelry, most jewelry is quite durable and designed to be worn and enjoyed. These tips are guidelines to help prolong the life and beauty of your pieces, but don't let them deter you from wearing your jewelry as it's meant to be—a part of your daily life and spiritual practice.