How to Care for Your Moissanite Engagement Ring

Moissanite engagement rings are an excellent choice for several reasons: they’re ethically produced, they’re cost effective, and they have a stunning sparkle. If you’re engaged (congratulations!) and want to take excellent care of your beautiful moissanite engagement ring, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll explore the ins and outs of how to care for, clean, store, and maintain the beauty of your engagement ring. Let’s dive in!

Moissanite Engagement Ring Daily Care

Let’s start with the basics: how to care daily for your ring. One of the most important elements of daily care is being mindful of how your daily activities will impact your ring. 

For example, if you’re cleaning your house, be sure to use rubber gloves, or — better yet — take off your ring and put it someplace safe. Cleaning can involve harsh chemicals that can damage your moissanite stone, and cleaning can also mean sticking your hands in tight spaces which can bump, scratch, or dent your ring. 

Similarly, it’s a good idea to take off your moissanite engagement ring before you hop in the shower, the pool, the ocean, or the hot tub. Chlorine and salt water can tarnish your ring’s metal setting, and soap from the shower can produce a residue build up on your stone. Not to mention, you’d hate to lose your ring down the drain or in the sea. It’s best to store it safely until you’re all dry.

When you put your ring on for the day (or back on after a shower), remember to make it the last step. Products like moisturizer, perfume, and sunscreen can also contribute to residue buildup and can damage your ring. Putting it on last will reduce the exposure to these products, so your ring can continue to sparkle. 

Finally, at the end of the day, we recommend giving your ring a little wipe-down with a microfiber cloth to get rid of any gunk you came in contact with throughout the day. Even if you’re taking A plus care, it’s always a good idea to wipe away any debris. After all, we use our hands a lot — your ring is on the front lines! After you wipe it down, place it in a soft, safe spot while you sleep (more details on storage to come!). 

Deep Cleaning Your Moissanite Ring

While a daily wipe-down is great for overall moissanite engagement ring maintenance, every once in a while you’ll need a proper deep cleaning. We recommend deep cleaning your ring twice a year, every six months or so. You have two options for this deep cleaning: one is to do it yourself at home, and the other is to take it to a jewelry professional. 

Cleaning your ring at home

It’s not too hard to clean your ring at home with the right tools. While jewelry cleaning kits are sold in lots of different places, we don’t recommend using them unless you know the ingredients. Each solution varies, so to stay on the safe side, we recommend using a gentle dish soap, warm water, and a toothbrush to gently clean your moissanite engagement ring. Put a few drops of dish soap in a dish with warm water, and dip the toothbrush in before gently using it to brush your engagement ring. Be careful not to scratch the stone with the bristles of the brush, and give your ring a good rinse with non-soapy water. Then, be sure to thoroughly and carefully dry your engagement ring; leftover water can tarnish your metal. 

Taking it to the pros

While it’s convenient and affordable to clean your jewelry at home, we recommend taking this job to the professionals. This way, you can rest assured that your ring is in the hands of experts with years of experience. Visit your local jeweler for deep cleaning twice a year, or mail your ring to our team — we’ll ship it back to you so you don't even have to leave your house. 

Storing Your Moissanite Engagement Ring

When you’re not wearing your ring, it’s important to store it correctly to prevent as much damage as possible. It’s a good practice to have a spot where you rest it each night so you’re never wondering where you set it down when you reach to put it back on. In a ring holder on your nightstand for example, or in your jewelry box on your dresser. 

The vessel you choose is also important. It’s best to find something that’s soft and cushioned on the inside, like a velvet lined box, so that your ring doesn’t scratch against metal. Be sure that whatever spot you choose won’t be at risk of getting knocked over, as well. It’s also a good idea to make sure that you keep your moissanite engagement ring in a fairly temperature safe place; meaning, avoid areas too close to a window that can get very cold or very warm, and keep it out of the bathroom where it can get humid. These temperature changes can impact the metal of your ring, and condensation from humidity can lead to moisture damage. 

Ring Maintenance Suggestions

In addition to cleaning and storage, we also recommend taking your ring to get routine maintenance checks. Your local jeweler or our team at QJR can expertly assess any risks, like worn prongs, loose settings, or cracks in the stone. Moissanite stones are usually between 9.25 and 9.50 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness, which indicates how difficult it is to scratch a stone. This means that Moissanite stones are practically as strong as they come, but there’s always a chance that it could come into contact with something sharp and strong. It’s wise to have a jeweler check over your ring periodically to catch these things before your ring is damaged.

Caring for your moissanite engagement ring can take some time and commitment, but it’s worth it to keep that gorgeous stone sparkling. If you’re ready to get your moissanite engagement ring professionally cleaned and inspected, send it in to our team today.