Real flower jewelry is made to last: the blooms are sealed in epoxy resin so they can be worn long after a fresh flower would fade. But resin is not glass or metal, and a little care goes a long way. This guide covers honest, practical resin jewelry care: what to avoid, how to store your piece, and how to clean it.
Every Gullrung order includes a care card, in English and Urdu, with our studio’s own care instructions:
In short: store your jewelry in a covered space after wearing, keep it in the plastic bag we provide, and wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Here’s a closer look.
Why Resin Jewelry Care Is Easy
Each piece holds real, dried flowers sealed inside a cured resin centre, set in a metal frame or bezel. You can see how we preserve real flowers in resin. The resin protects the flowers, so day-to-day care is mostly about keeping the surface clean and shiny and the metal parts looking their best.
1. Water: Getting Wet Is Fine
Your Gullrung piece can get wet. There’s no need to panic about rain, handwashing or a splash. Just wipe it dry and put it away when convenient.
The one thing to watch is the metal. Our chains and bracelets are coated for durability, but they may darken with prolonged exposure to moisture. So don’t leave a piece sitting wet or stored somewhere damp: wipe it dry and keep it in its bag.
2. Storage: Covered, Bagged, After Every Wear
- After wearing, store your jewelry in a covered space to protect it from dust and moisture.
- Use the plastic bag provided with your order after each use. It helps maintain shine and prevent tarnish.
- Store pieces separately so they don’t rub against harder jewelry.
- Your order also arrives in a hand-carved wooden box, a lovely covered home for your piece.
3. Cleaning: Soft, Dry Cloth
Clean your piece with a soft, dry cloth. A gentle wipe after wearing removes fingerprints, dust and moisture and keeps the resin glossy. Avoid rough tissues, abrasive polishes and harsh chemical cleaners.
4. Sunlight
As a simple precaution, store your jewelry away from prolonged direct sunlight, for example not on a sunny windowsill. Wearing it outdoors as usual is fine.
5. Perfume, Lotions and Chemicals
As general good practice for any jewelry, let perfume, lotions and hairspray dry before putting your piece on, and keep it away from strong cleaning products.
6. Avoiding Scratches and Knocks
Resin is durable but softer than gemstones or glass. Avoid dropping pieces on hard floors, and consider taking rings and bracelets off for heavy work like lifting or gardening.
7. Brooches and Scarf Pins
For scarf pins and broaches like the Gul-e-Yasmeen Scarf Pin, fasten them on gently and avoid pulling against the pin backing.
8. Travelling with Your Jewelry
Pack each piece in its plastic bag, inside its wooden box or a padded corner of your bag, and avoid leaving it in hot cars or near heaters.
A Quick Daily Resin Jewelry Care Routine
Wear it, wipe it with a soft dry cloth, bag it, and store it covered. That’s really all resin jewelry care comes down to.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my resin flower jewelry get wet?
Yes, getting wet is no problem. Wipe it dry and store it when convenient. The coated metal chains and bracelets may darken with prolonged exposure to moisture, so don’t leave them damp.
How do I clean it?
With a soft, dry cloth. No special cleaners needed.
How should I store it?
In a covered space after wearing, inside the plastic bag provided with your order, to protect from dust and moisture, maintain shine and prevent tarnish.
Will the flowers fade?
Keeping your piece out of prolonged direct sunlight when you’re not wearing it is a sensible precaution for any natural material.
Have a question about your piece?
Message us on WhatsApp at 0336 9999223. We deliver across Pakistan and overseas.
Find a Piece Worth Caring For
Explore real flower jewelry made by hand in our Lahore studio: Pendants and Necklaces, Bracelets and Bangles and Rings. New to resin jewelry? Start with our buyer’s guide.