The glass bead jewelry is hand-crafted with the utmostcare and slight variation may exist between pieces. Jewelry should be removed when working out, showering, or applying lotion, makeup, or perfume. When items are not being worn, please store each piece separately in individual pouches to avoid scratches or tangling. When cleaning your glass bead jewelry, you should avoid bleach, oils or chemicals of any type and do not submerge in water to soak, simply use warm water and a non-abrasive cloth or sponge. Glass beads can be brittle and may break or chip if subjected to hard impacts, dropped from significant heights or bending the structure of the piece. Handle with care to avoid damage.