Who hasn’t seen their silver jewelry lose its shine over time? Between oxidation and encrusted dirt, these precious objects eventually tarnish. However, simple and natural solutions exist to restore their shine… and some may surprise you!
Salt water: the foolproof grandmother’s trick
Looking for a quick, chemical-free solution for your silver jewelry? Salt water is perfect for this!
Mistake to avoid: Do not rub your jewelry directly with salt, you risk scratching it.
How to do it?
In a bowl, mix 10g of fine salt with 250ml of water.
Place your silver jewelry in this solution and let it soak overnight.
The next day, rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth.
The result? Your silverware regains its shine effortlessly!
Aluminum foil: like magic
Thought aluminum foil was only good for baking? Think again! It also works wonders for cleaning tarnished silver.
Why does it work?
The chemical reaction between salt, hot water and aluminum attracts sulfur particles responsible for oxidation.
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