Note: Exposing 18K Gold Plated / 18K Rose Gold Plated bands to water/moisture may dull the shine and speed up the natural wear of the finish over time. We strongly recommend regular maintenance of the band and avoiding exposure to situations where the band may come into contact with water/moisture/dirt/oils (i.e. swimming, gym, exercise etc)Regular Maintenance:Polish gently with a soft, lint-free cloth, avoid exposure to water/moisture and refrain from scratching the surface of the bandCleaning:(done with caution and only when absolutely necessary)Turn off your Apple Watch. If charging, remove the Apple Watch from its charger.Remove bands from either side of your Apple Watch. Click here to see steps on how to do this.Use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently rub your watch band to remove dust and dirt from the surface on a regular basis.You may use a mild soap solution or jewellery cleaning solution to assist with this. Dampen the soft cloth and blot out any stubborn debris left. Take note to only dampen the cloth and blot out dirt gently, do not let your band get soaked in water.Dry your watch band thoroughly with a soft, lint-free cloth. You may use a dryer at this stage to make sure no moisture is left between the links and pins in your watch band.Store your watch band in a cool, dry place, not in direct contact with other jewellery (to avoid accidental scratches). Take care not to expose your bands to humidity or direct sunlight whilst in storage.Before placing the band on your wrist, ensure that all other perfumes/lotions/cosmetics have dried on the skin.Proper care and maintenance of your band will extend the life of the gold plating. Once the gold plating has naturally worn, you may consider re-plating the band professionally at a jeweller to restore the bands original appearance.