When You Should Take Off Your Engagement Ring

Once you get that shiny new ring on your finger it’s understandable that you’ll never want to take it off. But there are a handful of times when you really should not wear your beautiful bauble to keep it bright and shiny for years to come.

Bare Handed

These are the times when your ring should stay somewhere safe other than your hand:

When showering: Take your ring off when applying body washes to keep it from getting a dull film. This also goes for when using any lotions or moisturizers as well.
When cooking: Bacteria can get stuck underneath your stone so be sure to remove your ring when handling raw chicken, beef or fish.
When you are working out: Steel can damage precious metals so it’s easy to misshape your ring over time when lifting weights. Also consider taking if off for any physical activity like basketball or tennis.
When swimming or at the beach: There are plenty of reasons why this is a big no no! You can lose it underwater, salt water or chlorine can cause damage, and beach sand can get stuck in the stone. Even sunscreen is a problem and can tone down your sparkler’s brilliance.
When wearing gloves: Even though you can’t leave your ring behind all winter long, be extra cautious when wearing heavy ski gloves. A ring can slide right off a cold finger easily and get lost in the snow.
When using sprays: Hairspray and perfume can cause a buildup of grime and weaken the natural sheen of your stone.
When cleaning: It’s not only easy to bang your ring on tough surfaces, but harsh chemical cleaners can potentially alter the color.
When it’s not insured: Nothing is more dangerous than not protecting your ring. Contact Lavalier right away for a free personalized jewelry insurance quote.

References:

When Not to Wear Your Engagement Ring. www.herecomestheguide.com. (Accessed Oct 18 2022).
When to Take Off Your Engagement Ring. www.brides.com. (Accessed Oct 18 2022).