Like any & all jewelry we recommend that you avoid water, and especially salt water since this wears out the bracelets, necklaces & earrings. But if you forget to remove the jewelry when having a shower, that is not the end of the world. Regarding scratches. As all jewelery you have to use the pieces carefully. We use precious metals as silver, gold, & rose gold which are rather soft metals. A special remark goes for the oxidised silver and gold plated silver, which is more sensitive. The plated or oxidised silver the perfect look from start. It is important that you stay away from using these pieces together with other hard metals or things that could scratch or knock the piece. When getting marks & general wearing, the plating &/or oxidisation will gradually wear off, and/or increase in some parts (in regards to oxidisation). We know that many customers like the “rawness” and “patina” in the wearing, and that especially the oxid silver pieces changes over time, but it is important for all customers to be aware of this.