How to Care for Your Moissanite Jewelry Through Fall & Winter Conditions

How to Care for Your Moissanite Jewelry Through Fall & Winter Conditions

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Fall and winter bring cozy sweaters, holiday gatherings, and chilly weather – but these seasonal joys can pose unique challenges for your moissanite jewelry. From sweater snags and dry skin to holiday spills and cold temperatures, your moissanite rings, moissanite earrings, moissanite necklaces, and moissanite bracelets need a little extra TLC to stay sparkling all season long. LaneWoods Jewelry’ s moissanite pieces are durable (9.25 on the Mohs scale!) and designed for everyday wear, but proper care ensures they’ ll shine through autumn’ s crisp days and winter’ s frosty nights. Here’ s your complete guide to protecting your moissanite jewelry this cold season.  

Why Fall & Winter Require Extra Moissanite Care  

The colder months bring specific threats to your jewelry – understanding them is the first step to keeping your pieces safe:  

  • Fabric Friction: Chunky knits, wool scarves, and velvet coats can snag delicate moissanite settings (like pavé or prong) or scratch metal bands.  
  • Dry Skin & Products: Cold air dries out skin, leading to more lotion, hand cream, and lip balm use- these products build up on moissanite, dulling its sparkle.  
  • Holiday Hazards: Eggnog, gravy, and wine spills can leave sticky residues, while festive activities (gift wrapping, tree decorating) expose jewelry to dirt and minor impacts.  
  • Temperature Swings: Moving from frigid outdoor air to warm indoor heating can cause metal to expand/contract slightly- over time, this may loosen prongs (especially on moissanite rings or moissanite earrings). 

  1. Clean Your Moissanite Jewelry Regularly (But Gently!)  

Moissanite’ s brilliance relies on a clean surface – here’ s how to remove winter grime without damaging your pieces:  

Step-by-Step Cleaning Method  

What You Need: Mild dish soap (no moisturizing additives!), warm water, a soft-bristled toothbrush (unused!), and a microfiber cloth.  

Process:  

  1. Mix a drop of dish soap with warm water in a small bowl.  
  2. Soak your moissanite jewelry (rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets) for 5-10 minutes – this loosens lotion, dirt, or food residue.  
  3. Gently scrub crevices (like pavé settings or tennis bracelet links) with the toothbrush- avoid harsh scrubbing, which can scratch metal.  
  4. Rinse thoroughly with warm water to remove soap (leftover soap dulls sparkle!).  
  5. Pat dry with a microfiber cloth- never air-dry, as water spots can form (especially in hard-water areas).  

Winter-Specific Cleaning Tips  

  1. Protect Your Moissanite Jewelry from Snags & Scratches 

Fall and winter’ s textured fabrics are enemy #1 for delicate jewelry – follow these tips to avoid damage:  

  • Moissanite Rings: Remove rings before putting on/taking off sweaters, scarves, or gloves. The prongs on pavé or solitaire rings can easily catch on knit fibers, bending or pulling loose.  
  • Moissanite Earrings: Opt for huggie hoops or studs (like LaneWoods’ 3mm Moissanite Studs) instead of dangly styles- they’ re less likely to get tangled in scarves or hair. If you wear drop earrings, tuck them behind your ears before putting on a coat.  
  • Moissanite Tennis Bracelets: Slide bracelets up your arm (above sweater cuffs) when dressing, or remove them during high-friction activities (like wrapping gifts or baking holiday cookies). The slim links on moissanite tennis bracelets can bend if pulled too hard.  
  • Moissanite Necklaces: Choose shorter chains (16-18 inches) to keep pendants close to your neck- longer chains are more likely to get caught in scarves or coat collars.  

  1. Store Your Moissanite Jewelry Properly (Avoid Tangles & Damage)  

Cold weather means more layers – and more chances to misplace or tangle your jewelry. Follow these storage rules:  

  • Individual Pouches: Store each piece (rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets) in a soft, anti-tarnish pouch. This prevents scratching and tangling.  
  • Jewelry Box Organizers: Use a box with separate compartments for rings, earrings, and chains. For moissanite necklaces, hang them on a small hook or use a chain divider to avoid knots.  
  • Avoid Bathroom Storage: Humidity from showers can tarnish metal (especially sterling silver). Store your jewelry in a dry, cool place- like a bedroom drawer or closet.  
  • Travel Smart: When heading to holiday parties or winter getaways, use a compact jewelry roll or pillbox to keep pieces secure. Never toss moissanite rings or earrings loose in your purse- they can scratch each other or get lost.  

  1. Daily Habits to Keep Moissanite Sparkling All Season  

Small changes to your routine make a big difference in preserving your jewelry:  

  • Remove Before Activities: Take off moissanite rings and bracelets before washing dishes, shoveling snow, or using cleaning products – chemicals (like bleach or ammonia) can damage metal and dull moissanite.  
  • Apply Products First: Put on lotion, perfume, and makeup *before* putting on your moissanite jewelry. Let products absorb fully (5-10 minutes) to avoid residue buildup.  
  • Check Prongs Regularly: Cold temperatures and frequent wear can loosen prongs. Every 2-3 weeks, inspect your moissanite rings and earrings for bent or missing prongs- if you notice anything off, contact LaneWoods for a inspection (we offer lifetime warranty support!).  
  • Polish Gently: Use a polishing cloth (avoid abrasive cleaners!) to buff metal bands (rose gold, yellow gold, white gold) weekly- this removes tarnish and restores shine.  

Keep Your Moissanite Sparkling Through the Holidays & Beyond  

With a little extra care, your moissanite jewelry will shine through fall’ s apple picking, winter’ s snow days, and all your holiday celebrations. By cleaning regularly, protecting from snags, and storing properly, you’ ll enjoy your LaneWoods pieces for years to come.  

Need help with a specific piece? Visit us to explore our moissanite collection or contact us for personalized care tips.  

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Ring Size Guide

ring size guide
ring size guide

This is a chart that will be extremely helpful for you to determine the ring size that you need. You can either make use of a tape or a small piece of string to measure the area that will be occupied by the ring. When it becomes a complete circle, make a mark on such string. This will be helpful for you to compare with the chart that is mentioned below.

Inside Dia. Inside Circ. Size
MM MM US
CA 		UK
AU
ZA 		FR
DE 		EUR
IT
ES
14.1 44.2 3 F 44 4.25
14.5 45.5 3.5 G 45.5 5.5
14.9 46.8 4 H 47 6.75
15.3 48 4.5 I 48 8
15.7 49.3 5 J-1/2 50 9.25
16.1 50.6 5.5 K-1/2 51 10.5
16.5 51.9 6 L-1/2 52 11.75
16.9 53.1 6.5 M-1/2 53 13.25
17.3 54.4 7 N-1/2 54 14.5
17.7 55.7 7.5 O-1/2 56 15.75
18.1 57 8 P-1/2 57 17
18.5 58.3 8.5 Q-1/2 58 18.25
19 59.5 9 R-1/2 60 19.5
19.4 60.8 9.5 S-1/2 61 20.75
19.8 62.1 10 T-1/2 62 22
20.2 63.4 10.5 U-1/2 63 23.25
20.6 64.6 11 V-1/2 64 24.75
21 65.9 11.5 W-1/2 66 26
21.4 67.2 12 X-1/2 67 27.25
21.8 68.5 12.5 Z 68 28.5
22.2 69.7 13 Z+1 70 29.75
22.6 71 13.5 Z+1.5 71 31
23 72.3 14 Z+2 72 32.25
23.4 73.5 14.5 Z+2.5 73.5 33.5
23.8 74.8 15 Z+3 75 34.75

Other Tips

1) Measure your finger in warm temperatures at the end of the day.

2) If your knuckle is a lot larger than the base of your finger, measure both the base of your finger and your knuckle and select a size between the two.

3) When considering a wide band, move up a size from your measurement, for comfort’s sake.

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