Gold vermeil (pronounced ‘vuh-may’) is French for silver glit. Don’t confuse this for gold plating, as vermeil is a thick layer of gold over sterling silver. It is 2-3 times thicker than the standard gold plating. Vermeil, because sterling silver is the base metal as opposed to metals like brass is perfect for sensitive skin and is designed to have a lasting shine.

To maintain it's lustre, DEUX recommends that you always remove your DEUX pieces before exercising, washing your hands, and showering. It is important to apply your perfumes and lotions before wearing your DEUX 18ct gold vermeil jewellery.

We recommend regularly cleaning your DEUX gold vermeil pieces gently with lukewarm water, and a cotton ball or microfiber cloth to maintain its lasting gold shine.

DEUX’s silver is sustainably sourced 925 sterling silver. All DEUX pieces are pure recycled silver and do not have artificial coatings or plating on top. Sterling silver when exposed to water will oxidise, so DEUX recommends that you removed your jewellery before exercising, washing your hands, and showering. To maintain its shine, it is important that you apply your perfumes and lotions before wearing your DEUX silver jewellery. DEUX recommends to clean your silver jewellery regularly to prevent a build-up of tarnish and excess oil or dirt with a microfiber cloth.

DEUX uses cultured pearls found in oysters and freshwater mussels. It is important when caring for your pearl pieces that unlike precious stones, freshwater pearls are organic and sensitive and need to be treated with TLC. To ensure you maintain its high-quality lustre and colour DEUX recommends that you avoid direct contact with chemicals such as perfumes and lotions and storing your DEUX freshwater pearl pieces in its DEUX satin pouch after every wear. Also, to help prevent build-up of excess dirt and oil, we recommend that after every wear, you gently clean your pearls with a soft cloth or cotton ball.

You’re a gem! So how do you keep your DEUX gemstone pieces glowing like yourself? Well that’s easy, DEUX recommends to keep your gemstones clean and shiny by regularly scrubbing your gemstones gently with a soft bristled brush, lukewarm water and ammonia free soap. It is important to avoid high temperatures and chemicals when cleaning your gems.