It's one of the first things people ask us. You've found a necklace you love. You want to wear it every day. But does it have to come off every time you step into the shower?
The short answer: it depends on what your jewellery is made of. Here's what to look for, and why every PAPAIA piece is made to stay on.
It comes down to two things
Not all gold-plated jewellery is made the same. Whether it's shower-friendly comes down to:
1. The metal underneath. Gold plating is a layer of gold over a base metal. That base metal decides how your jewellery reacts to water, soap and everyday life.
2. How the gold is applied. Some finishes sit on the surface. Others are bonded to the metal, which makes them much more durable.
What PAPAIA is made of
Every PAPAIA piece starts with premium stainless steel. It's strong, it's waterproof, and it's made for real life.
Our silver pieces are the stainless steel itself. There's no coating to wear off. What you see is what it is.
Our gold pieces are finished with PVD (physical vapour deposition). The gold is bonded to the steel, not painted on, so it's made to stay gold.
The result? Jewellery that won't turn green, won't mark your skin, and doesn't need to come off before the shower.
So yes, you can shower in it
Morning shower, evening swim, salt water on the weekend. Your PAPAIA jewellery is made to keep up, whether it's your go-to hoops like the Texel Hoop Earrings, a fine chain like the Noosa Thin Snake Choker or a stack of Floripa Stacker Rings.
A few small habits keep it looking its best:
- Rinse after the pool or ocean. A quick rinse with fresh water washes away salt and chlorine.
- Pat dry with a soft towel. Especially chains and detailed pieces.
- Go easy on harsh chemicals. Cleaning products and strong sprays aren't needed. Put your perfume on before your jewellery.
- Take rings off for heavy lifting. Not because of water, but to keep their shape.
That's it. No special cleaners. No taking it off every night.
Jewellery you don't have to think about
That's the whole idea behind PAPAIA. Pieces you put on in the morning and forget about. Through showers, swims, workouts and everything in between.
Made to be worn on repeat.
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