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We get a lot of questions about how to take care of men’s bracelets. From stainless steel to beads or leather, our tips below will show you a few simple things that you can do to keep yours looking as good as the day we sent it to you.
Bracelet hazards exist all year-round. From sinking to the bottom of the ocean like the ending of Titanic (sorry for the spoiler) to flying off during a killer game of beach volleyball, accidents will happen. Your bracelet needs help to protect it.
The only way to guarantee not losing or damaging your bracelet is to never wear it. But who wants to do that?
Instead of forgoing wrist candy, follow 5 simple guidelines to keep your bracelet safe and looking just as good as the day we sent it to you. And when it does get dirty, learn how to clean your bracelet with our tips below.
Remove bracelets before swimming in the ocean and exercising. Not only is saltwater damaging to most bracelets, but shiny objects are also known to attract sharks – another great reason for not swimming with bracelets on! Sweat isn’t great for sterling silver, leather or beaded bracelets either.
Remove bracelets before swimming in a pool or soaking in a hot tub. You may have dreams of chilling by the pool covered in bling like you’re in a rap video. But if you want to actually get in the pool, that dream needs to be edited.
Chlorine is damaging and discolouring to many metals (even stainless steel) and can erode the polished finish of some gemstones.
Remove bracelets before applying moisturiser, sunscreen, tanning lotion or cologne. Think of your bracelet as the finishing touch and put it on after applying lotions and products. These have a way of getting into crevices, clogging locks and coating beads – none of which are good for your bracelet.
Remove bracelets if you’re sitting in direct sunlight. This doesn't mean you can’t wear your bracelet outside. But take it off if you’re lying in the sun at the beach or pool.
Sunlight can bleach certain materials and can cause plastics (like that elastic band those Tiger’s Eyes beads are strung on) to weaken and break.
Clean your bracelet regularly. Sweat, body oils and fingerprints can dull the shine of your bracelet.
A simple cleaning method for most men’s bracelets (except leather ones) calls for warm water with a drop or 2 of mild soap and a soft cloth or toothbrush. Carefully wipe the bracelet clean and dry it well with a soft cloth.
Store your bracelet safely. Keep bracelets in a place where they won’t scratch each other. Do not pile them up on top of the dresser or stuff them in your sock drawer. Invest in a jewellery stand – we have ones that look masculine and not like the ones your aunt uses.
And when you take it off at the beach or pool, do not store it in a plastic bag. Trapping heat and moisture can encourage mould and mildew to grow – especially on men’s leather bracelets!
We get a lot of questions from men about the best way to care for their beaded bracelets. Although the quality of the beads is the biggest factor in determining its longevity, you also need to consider what you can do for your bracelet to last.
These gemstones are known for fading or discolouration with prolonged sun exposure: Opal, Sapphire, Amethyst, Ametrine, Turquoise, Carnelian, Citrine, Kunzite, Rose and Smokey Quartz.
Stones that will not fade or lose colour in the sun include Lava, Howlite, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Black Onyx, Black Obsidian, Jasper and Malachite.
Both chlorine and saltwater can damage the beads or the elastic or metal wire that holds the bracelet together. We suggest always taking off a beaded bracelet before swimming.
Many gemstones have been treated in some way. Either by high heat (heat-treated), radiation (irradiation) or filling cracks with dyes and waxes to hide imperfections (impregnation). All of this is an attempt to get the look of a perfect stone and make the stone more affordable.
While these treatments aren’t bad, it does make the stone more susceptible to pool chemicals and saltwater. The more treated a stone is, the more likely it is to discolour or fade. At Trendhim, we use many natural stones that are simply polished – no treatments added.
Beyond the stone beads, saltwater can also weaken the elastic band holding the beads together and cause it to break. Water can also rust and deteriorate the metal wire that makes up some men’s beaded bracelets.
While stainless steel is known for being hard-wearing, durable and rust-resistant, there are a few things you should do that will go a long way in protecting your bracelet.
No, you should not swim with a stainless steel bracelet on. Yes, the metal is durable, strong and rust-resistant, but the chemicals in a chlorinated pool and the salt in the ocean can cause your bracelet to tarnish.
And remember that shiny objects are known to attract sharks? Yeah… that’s something that will totally ruin a quick dip in the ocean.
Not to mention the damage saltwater and chlorine can do to the non-stainless parts of your bracelet – the lock, etc. If you absolutely must wear a bracelet, steel cuff or bangle while swimming in the ocean, go for one made with medical-grade, surgical 316L stainless steel and dry it completely afterwards.
The main reason for not wearing stainless steel bracelets and jewellery in a swimming pool is that the chlorine can break down the surface layer of the metal. It’s the chromium in stainless steel that reacts with oxygen and forms a thin, invisible layer of chromium oxide over the surface. This ‘passive layer’ is what gives stainless steel bracelets their corrosion-resistance.
When chlorine eats through this layer of chromium oxide, the underlying structure of the steel is vulnerable to rust, corrosion and ultimate destruction. Game over.
From suits to hoodies, men’s leather bracelets can be dressed up or worn down. Treat yours well, and you’ll find that it matches perfectly with anything in your closet. Mistreat it. and you'll end up with a dry, shrivelled accessory. Or worse… one covered in mould.
The answer is no, you should not swim with a leather bracelet on. Don’t let the tough, rugged look of the bracelet fool you – water isn’t a friend.
Check out the top 3 reasons why you shouldn't swim with a leather bracelet (or necklace or jacket!) below.
Leather will lose its natural oil and shrink if you swim with it.
Wearing your leather bracelet in the shower or while swimming in a pool or the ocean can strip the oils from it. It can also happen if your bracelet gets soaked in the rain. When these rich oils are gone, you’ll find that the leather bracelet stiffens, cracks and even shrinks.
Leather can discolour if exposed to too much water. It may not happen on the first day, but prolonged soaking in water can cause the colour of your leather bracelet to fade or wear off completely.
Most leather bracelets are either dyed or painted with colour. Constant swimming or showering with your bracelet can cause the colour to fade or peel off.
With proper care, your leather bracelet shouldn’t smell. If it does, it needs a good cleaning and time to air-out. It also indicates that you’re wearing it too much without giving it time to ‘breathe’.
Leather is a porous material and absorbs sweat, oils and dirt. This can’t be stopped… it will happen.
To give your leather bracelet a fighting chance, don’t wear it during activities where you know you’ll sweat (the gym, for example) and always take it off while sleeping.
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