HANDLE AND CARE

FINE JEWELRY

Remove jewelry before your daily rituals such as: showering, lotion, perfume, etc. Leave your jewelry at home before engaging in strenuous activities. Keep your jewelry away from chemicals including as perfume, hair spray, cosmetics, lotion and cleaning products. If you remove the jewelry, lay your jewelry out flat. For necklaces, clasp the necklace when removing it, to assure the chain does not tangle or knot. Avoid wearing pieces while swimming in pools and salt water. To clean your diamond jewelry, use a soft toothbrush and dish soap and gently scrub gold and diamonds. La Misc is not responsible for the maintenance of your jewelry, nor do we polish purchased jewelry.

 

CANDLES

Always make sure to trim your wick ¼” before relighting. Trimming your wick will help your candle burn efficiently and help avoid access soot. Make sure to let your candle cool down completely before attempting any wick cuts. The first burn of any candle should be long enough for the entire top layer of wax to liquify. This will help ensure an even burn for each light. Once the flame is extinguished make sure the wick is upright and centered. Do not burn for more than 2-4 hours at a time and discontinue use when there is less than 1/4th of wax at the base.  For optimal burn wait 5 hours between burns to allow wax to properly cool. Keep your candle’s surface free of debris, like soot and wick trimmings. Always ensure a clean and safe surface away from children and pets. Please remember that the candle will be extremely hot when lit, so handle with care. During warmer months, if your candle appears molten upon arrival, please leave in a cool room and allow to solidify prior to burning. 

 

VINTAGE

As a general rule, avoid wearing your jewellery in the shower, when sleeping or exercising. Always apply perfumes, creams and hair care products before putting on your pieces. While the patina on the raw metals (brass or sterling silver) that may develop adds to the uniqueness and character of the piece, if you prefer a more polished look you may polish the piece with a polishing cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners on pieces that have components that are not raw metal. Buff gently with a dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or polishing cloths containing polishing compound as this will wear on the plating. When you are not wearing your jewellery, keep in a dry place to help delay any oxidization or store in a plastic bag. Non-jewelry pieces should be stored them in a room temperature environment, away from sun and too much moisture. Avoid hanging bag on hooks or hangers when not in use. Instead, place it upright on a shelf or other flat surface to avoid unnecessary wear and tear. keep its original shape by carefully stuffing it while you’re not using it.