Updated as of June 2026
How to clean and care for Moissanite
Very durable and safe to clean with warm soapy water, a soft brush, or an ultrasonic cleaner. Resists scratching in everyday wear.
Step by step
- Fill a bowl with warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap.
- Soak the piece briefly, then gently brush with a soft toothbrush. Reach behind the stone where buildup hides.
- Rinse in clean water (keep a strainer over the drain) and pat dry with a lint-free cloth.
- Store in a soft pouch away from harder gems that could scratch it.
You may also like
7.2
Lab-Grown Diamond
Colorless · Mohs 107.8White Sapphire
Colorless · Mohs 98.4Diamond
Colorless · Mohs 10Frequently asked questions
How do you clean Moissanite?
Very durable and safe to clean with warm soapy water, a soft brush, or an ultrasonic cleaner. Resists scratching in everyday wear.
Can you use an ultrasonic cleaner on Moissanite?
Yes, Moissanite is hard and stable enough that ultrasonic cleaners are generally safe for untreated stones.
Does Moissanite scratch easily?
Moissanite rates 9.25 on the Mohs scale. That is hard and resists everyday scratches well.