To clean Alex and Ani bracelets, use their signature polishing cloth for daily upkeep, or for deeper cleaning, gently scrub with mild dish soap, warm water, and a soft toothbrush, then rinse thoroughly with cool water and pat dry with a soft cloth; always avoid harsh jewelry cleaners and store them in a cool, dry place.
Alex and Ani Tube Bead And Crystal Chain Bracelet
This bracelet is water, scratch, and tarnish-resistant, meaning you practically never have to take it off, if you don't want to! Wear it alone or add it to your favorite bracelet stack for an extra metallic pop.
Alex and Ani: How to Remove Tarnish
The enemy here is something called oxidation, the blackening of metal when exposed to the elements or even your own body chemistry. The more detailed the piece, the more it may be prone to oxidation.
No, white vinegar will not tarnish silver. White vinegar, when used in the Medium Wash method or diluted with water, is great for cleaning tarnished silver.
For our precious jewelry, we use ethically sourced, top quality silver that's as pure as can be: 92.5 percent (also known as "sterling silver"). The remaining metal in these pieces? Copper, of course – it adds strength and stability to the soft silver.
Just get jewelry cleaner, specifically one for silver. Get a polishing cloth off Amazon. One that cleans and buffs it. You can also google the baking soda and salt method if you want to clean it NOW (and it doesn't have any stones), but definitely recommend a polishing cloth for the future.
4 Things You Should Never Use To Clean Jewelry
At the time of the bankruptcy filing, founder Rafaelian was no longer involved with the company she started. In late 2022, Rafaelian launched Metal Alchemist, another jewelry company based in Rhode Island that uses American-made products and sticks to Rafaelian's Rhode Island roots.
At ALEX AND ANI, it's all about you and your aesthetic, so we believe the number of bracelets you wear is really up to you. But to start at the beginning, bracelet stacking 101, we recommend starting with three bracelets. Then experiment with different combinations and layering effects to determine what works for you.
You should not clean delicate surfaces like glass, aluminum, wood, marble, quartz, stainless steel, or painted items with baking soda, as its mild abrasiveness can cause scratches, dullness, or strip protective finishes. Also avoid using it on electronics, antiques (like silverware or gold-plated items), copper, and fiberglass, as it can damage components, remove patina, or react with the metal.
Always remove your jewelry before swimming, bathing, doing household chores or using abrasive cleaners. If your jewelry requires further cleaning, use mild soap, water and a soft cloth. Rinse with clean water and pat dry.
Many jewelers recommend mild dish soap, like Dawn, as a safe and effective cleaner for diamond studs, rings, bracelets, and more.
Alex and Ani bracelets use materials like rafaelian (eco-conscious silver, copper, or gold) that are prone to oxidation, the chemical reaction that occurs when certain metals like silver and copper are exposed to oxygen or moisture.
925 sterling silver is affordable because it's an alloy (92.5% silver, 7.5% cheaper metals like copper) that provides durability for jewelry at a lower material cost than pure gold or platinum, while silver's general commodity status and industrial demand also keep its base price lower than gold, making it accessible for everyday wear and collections.
Clean Silver with Toothpaste
In order to avoid doing this, you should spot test a small portion of the silver before cleaning the entire piece this way, and avoid using this method too often. Apply a bit of toothpaste to a microfiber cloth. Rub the silver until the tarnish is removed.