Updated on: January 20, 2026 | House of Love
The answer is YES . Unlike traditional gold plating, which oxidizes when it comes into contact with water, stainless steel jewelry with a PVD finish is designed to last. It resists fresh water (showering), perspiration (sports), and even seawater, without rusting or leaving green marks on the skin.
1. The Myth of the Jewel That "Blackens" Under Water
We've all experienced this disappointment: buying an adorable ring, washing our hands with it once, and discovering the next day that it has turned copper or black.
Why? Because most costume jewelry is made of brass or copper . These metals oxidize immediately upon contact with moisture.
At Maison de l'Amour , we solved this problem by using an unalterable base: stainless steel.
Our jewelry is tested to withstand your daily life, including showering.
2. Science: Why does our gold plating hold up? (PVD)
It's not magic, it's physics. We don't use a simple gold "bath" (plating). We use PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) technology.
This process sprays titanium/gold colored particles onto steel in a vacuum chamber. This creates an ultra-hard layer that not only coats the jewelry but fuses with its surface. It's the same technology used for luxury diving watches.
3. The Crash Test Table: How far can we go?
Can you really do EVERYTHING with it? Here are the results of our durability tests.
| Situation | Result Stainless Steel | Expert Advice |
|---|---|---|
| The Shower / Handwashing | ✅ 100% Durable | Mild soap even cleans your jewelry! (See our cleaning guide ). |
| Sport (Sweating) | ✅ Resistant to acidity | The acidity of the skin does not affect 316L steel. |
| The Sea (Salt) | ⚠️ Resistant (with rinsing) | Steel is resistant, but salt can dull its shine. Rinse with clean water after swimming. |
| The Swimming Pool (Chlorine) | ⚠️ Resistant (with rinsing) | As with the sea, rinsing is recommended to keep the shine intact for years. |
4. The only 2 enemies of your jewelry
Although water-resistant, two aggressive chemicals can damage the protective layer over the very long term:
- Bleach (and strong household cleaners): It's corrosive to all metals, even gold. Remove your rings before deep cleaning.
- Perfume (Pure Alcohol): Spray your perfume, wait 30 seconds for it to dry, then put on your jewelry.
5. Verdict: Should they be removed for sleeping?
No. That's the whole point of choosing Maison de l'Amour . Our jewelry is like a second skin. You can live, sleep, and shower in it without worrying about waking up with a green finger.
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