Does toothpaste really work?

M?R asked:


I hear that a lot of people use toothpaste to clean their jewelry but does it really work? I got a white gold diamond promise ring from my boyfriend and its loosing that shine…any suggestions??


6 Responses to “Does toothpaste really work?”

bymyshoes on November 25th, 2009 8:34 pm:

I would buy a polishing cloth first before I would try toothpaste on a quality ring


Jamie P on November 26th, 2009 10:07 am:

Well, if it’s a nice expensive, quality ring, which it probably is, i wouldn’t go experimenting on it. Take it to a jewler and see what they say, if you don’t want to ruin it, have them clean it, or just simply get tips on how to clean it. There is also certain jewlery cleaners that you can buy at a local store.


cutelilprep09 on November 28th, 2009 10:23 am:

yes.. get a old toothbrush.. and put toothpaste on it.. and scurb it.. when you did all of it.. be sure to wash all the toothpaste off.. dry and it should be good as new


gigi m on November 30th, 2009 2:45 pm:

yes toothpaste works well. a tsbp of white vinegar, half cup of water gives brilliant shine on the jewellry. thru my experience.


kunalsc on December 1st, 2009 3:44 am:

well firstly get yourself a polishing cloth. Using that is very effective. You could use a tootbrush and clean it softly under running water. Every 6 months give it to a proffesional jeweler to have it cleaned and polished. Due to body oil the jewelry needs a good scrubbing after every 6 months.


thebigrich on December 3rd, 2009 9:44 pm:

What really works is stick the ring in a cotton sock, tie off the end so the ring doesn’t come off.. and stick it in the washing machine. I do this with most of my girl friends jewelry and they come out SUPER shinny.
Your boyfriend must really love you to get you a white gold promise ring!!
PS/ Just don’t put bleach in the washing machine!