JEWELRY CARE TIPS Our 14k gold filled earrings are high quality and will not tarnish, peel or rust. Gold filled jewelry can handle getting wet however, to prolong its beauty and overall longevity, here's what we recommend: 1) Put on your jewelry AFTER applying perfumes, sunscreens & lotions. Chemicals and water can shorten the lifespan of gold filled jewelry as it is not solid gold 2) Avoid wearing in pools & hot tubs 3) Clean your gold filled jewelry with a soft cloth or mild soap & water