Some jewelry needs a little extra love and care. These gemstone babes can be damaged by lotions and perfumes; they should be the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off. Your gemstone jewelry needs a little help to stay at its most beautiful; take it off before washing your hands, working out, bathing, or doing any hard labor in order to prevent scratching of the metal or breaking, cracking, or scratching of the stone. Use only a soft, dry, or slightly damp cloth to wipe them clean.