STAINLESS STEEL ⛓️
Stainless steel is a durable, corrosion-resistant metal that works well for everyday jewelry. It is less prone to tarnishing than many traditional jewelry metals and requires relatively little maintenance.
PERMANENT JEWELRY CARE ✨
Made to stay. Easy to care for.
Your permanent jewelry is designed to go wherever life takes you. Our stainless steel and PVD-plated chains are selected for durability, everyday wear, and low-maintenance style. A little care goes a long way toward keeping your favorite pieces looking their best.
Good jewelry starts with good materials.
PVD-PLATED STAINLESS STEEL ⭐
PVD stands for Physical Vapor Deposition — a coating process used to apply a decorative finish, including gold-colored finishes, to stainless steel. PVD coatings can offer improved wear resistance compared with some conventional plating methods. Like any surface finish, they can gradually show wear with friction, chemicals, and prolonged exposure to harsh conditions.
The do's & don'ts
Do
- Clean your jewelry regularly with gentle soap and lukewarm water.
- Use a clean, soft, untreated microfiber cloth.
- Rinse away sweat, sunscreen, soap, and product buildup.
- Pat your chain dry after showering, swimming, or cleaning.
- Be mindful of your jewelry during workouts and physical activities.
- Check delicate links and connectors periodically for signs of wear.
- Let lotions, sunscreen, and skincare absorb before jewelry touches them.
Don't
- Expose your jewelry directly to bleach, harsh cleaners, or strong chemicals.
- Use abrasive cleaners, polishing compounds, or stiff brushes.
- Use silver dip, acidic solutions, or commercial jewelry cleaners unless they are confirmed compatible with your chain's finish.
- Let perfume, hairspray, self-tanner, or sunscreen sit on the chain.
- Leave chlorine, hot tub, or saltwater residue on your jewelry.
- Pull, twist, or snag delicate chains — including while changing clothes.
- Try to repair a broken chain with glue or heat at home.
- Assume any finish lasts forever without care.
Water, workouts, and everyday life
Showering
Yes — our stainless steel chains are designed for everyday wear, including normal showering. Rinse away soap and body wash residue and dry your jewelry afterward. Limiting prolonged exposure to chlorine and harsh chemicals helps protect the finish.
Swimming
Occasional water exposure is generally fine for stainless steel, but frequent exposure to chlorine, saltwater, and pool chemicals can affect certain finishes over time. Rinse and dry your chain after you swim.
Sleeping & exercising
You can generally sleep and exercise in your permanent jewelry. Use caution during contact sports, heavy lifting, or anything where a chain could catch, and remove it when safety rules or workplace policies require.
Rewelds, repairs, and removal
If your bracelet breaks, don't worry keep your chain and get it rewelded. Rewelding is complimentary within 30 days of your original appointment, and $25 after 30 days, as long as the chain is suitable for repair.
Permanent jewelry isn't literally permanent. It can be removed when needed professionally, or by carefully cutting the connecting jump ring with the right tools while the chain is safely away from your skin. Save your chain and we can reweld it later.
Before an MRI, surgery, or another medical procedure, tell your care team you're wearing permanent jewelry and follow their instructions. Most small pieces don't cause trouble at airport security, but always follow TSA or security personnel if removal is requested.
Permanent jewelry care questions
- Will my permanent jewelry tarnish?
- Stainless steel is naturally resistant to tarnishing, and our gold PVD-coated options are built for durability. No jewelry is completely immune to wear, though — proper care is what keeps the appearance.
- Can I clean it with jewelry cleaner?
- Stick to mild soap, lukewarm water, and a soft cloth. Some commercial cleaners damage plated or coated finishes, so avoid them unless they're approved for your chain's material.
- How long does permanent jewelry last?
- Conrad Collective Permanent Jewelry pieces can last anywhere from 1–5 years. It's made for long-term everyday wear, but the real lifespan depends on the chain, materials, your lifestyle, and care. Chains can eventually break or show wear, and gold coatings may gradually change over time.
- Can I wear it every day?
- That's exactly what it's for. Wear it normally — just avoid unnecessary pulling, twisting, and heavy friction against rough surfaces or other jewelry.