For years the Pandora bracelet has become a must have for all lovers of jewelery or accessories to show off!
Many of you know well what the rush to grab the latest exclusive bracelet or charm in the collection means. But you also know that Pandora with her charms often tends to blacken and lose its shine .
The Pandora bracelet , in fact, being made of 925 Sterling Silver , is subject to oxidation .
Therefore today we will explain how to polish a blackened Pandora bracelet and how to prevent it from oxidising.
Why does Pandora oxidize?
Has your silver Pandora tarnished and left a black or green mark around your wrist ? Let’s see together why this happens .
Pandora darkens due to sulfur, a substance found in the air. If you notice, the Pandora becomes dark when we are at the spa or we forget to take it off when we spend a day at the beach .
In fact, when silver comes into contact with sulphur, a chemical reaction occurs and a black layer is formed . And silver oxidizes more in places where there is a lot of light and high humidity.
Contact with products such as cosmetics, hairspray , perfumes, deodorants, body lotions, bleach, etc. also contributes to the oxidation process .
Additionally, natural oils produced by your skin and sweat can also cause black spots on your Pandora .
The oils your skin produces are highly dependent on the type of food you eat, alcohol consumption, and medication intake.
These things affect the acidity of your skin and this could cause your silver Pandora to lose its shine.
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NB We remind you that the oxidation of Pandora is a sign that it is really silver , as other metals oxidize differently.
How not to blacken your Pandora bracelet
Here we give you a series of tips to follow to prevent your Pandora from blackening and losing its shine.
First of all, we would like to point out that there are some products that cannot be used to clean a Pandora bracelet , such as silver polishing products or strong chemicals.
Furthermore, you need to have a series of other small precautions.
Let’s see which ones:
- Do not store your silver Pandora in humid places such as the bathroom or kitchen
- Wear it only after using makeup, perfume, hairspray and other beauty products
- Remove it when swimming, when cleaning the house with aggressive detergents such as bleach or ammonia
- Remove it when you wash your hands or when you come into contact with salty sea water
- Unfasten it if your skin perspires a lot , for example in case of fever or exercise
- Always store it in a closed bag protected from air and in a dark space when not in use
How to clean your Pandora bracelet
If, however, it is too late and the Pandora bracelet has not turned black … don’t despair !
In fact, you can clean it with natural remedies and make it shiny again !
First, however, I advise you to try on a small part of the bracelet or on a single charm and see the result, to avoid causing damage! Also avoid these remedies on decorated charms, but limit yourself to those made of silver only.
Bicarbonate
Baking soda is one of the most effective remedies for cleaning and polishing silver . It can be used not only for the blackened Pandora bracelet , but also for its charms.
Take a bowl and fill it with warm water . Then add a teaspoon of baking soda and let it dissolve completely by stirring it.
At this point, place the bracelet lace and the charms in the bowl and leave it to act for about ten minutes .
Then rinse and dry both the lace and the charms well with a soft cloth.
NB We recommend that you do not use bicarbonate on Murano charms or other more delicate materials.
Coarse salt
Salt is also very effective for cleaning silver and is widely used for household cleaning .
To clean your darkened Pandora bracelet you will need a large glass (or cup) covered with aluminum foil and coarse salt . I’ll show you step by step in this detailed video :
After covering the cup with aluminum foil, add a generous spoonful of coarse salt . Heat a glass of water on the stove and, in the meantime, separate the Pandora bracelet from its Di lei pendants.
Put the more delicate ones aside, while the silver ones put them in the cup, together with the hot water .
Wait about half an hour , then remove the pendants and bracelet and dry them carefully.
Neutral soap
Now let’s talk about the most delicate method recommended by the company itself. Pandora charms can be made up of different components, even small stones.
That’s why we have to be super gentle when washing it.
Take a bowl with warm water , put a few drops of delicate neutral soap and mix to dissolve it.
Always remove the components with the string and leave them to soak for a few minutes . For stubborn dirt, use a toothbrush with soft bristles!
Remember to always dry with a soft cloth! The Neutral Soap method is also suitable for Murano or stone charms , as it is more delicate.
Toothpaste
There is no shortage of those who, to clean the Pandora bracelet , also do it using common toothpaste .
To use this remedy you will need a soft toothbrush, toothpaste and water . You can put a small amount of toothpaste on your toothbrush, then rub the toothpaste into your Pandora , paying particular attention to the oxidized areas.
The movement must be extremely delicate. In fact, you can also choose to massage the toothpaste with your hands , as I show you in this video . You will find many cleaning tricks with classic toothpaste !
Leave it to act for a few seconds , then use clean water to remove the toothpaste .
This is one of the methods that some people use to clean their Pandora, but we always advise you to follow the brand’s instructions and prefer more delicate methods .
How do you wash your Pandora bracelet?
To wash a Pandora bracelet, try to use an ecological and delicate soap. Dissolve it in a little warm water, soak a soft cloth in it and use this combination for your jewelry.
How to clean Pandora bracelet become black?
When the Pandora bracelet turns black, being silver we can clean it with a handful of toothpaste, spread and rinse. Better than it being the classic white toothpaste.
How to clean the Pandora bracelet with bicarbonate?
To clean the Pandora bracelet with bicarbonate, we can act in two ways: the first consists of spreading some bicarbonate powder on a damp cloth and passing it over the silver. The second involves the use of “cream of water and bicarbonate as needed”. Once you have reached the creamy mixture, you can use it to clean the bracelet.
How to clean Pandora with aluminum?
You can clean your Pandora with aluminum foil. We take a bowl and cover it with foil, add a little hot water and a spoonful of coarse salt. We immerse the bracelet and leave it to act for half an hour. Then remove the bracelet from the cup and dry it carefully.
How to polish silver?
Polishing silver with natural or home remedies is possible. Among these we have: bicarbonate of soda, spinach cooking water, toothpaste or Marseille soap.