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Coatings, bead marks and more What is the difference between TOHO and Miyuki Nothing in terms of quality.

They are both Japanese brands. Toho specializes in seed beads and Miyuki is a somewhat broader bead brand. In addition to a wide range of seed beads, Miyuki also has tilas, delicas, drops, bugles and cubes. There are differences in terms of size.

The TOHO seed beads 8/0 have a somewhat larger hole and are also slightly larger than the Miyuki 8/0 seed beads as a whole.

The 11/0 is not that much difference between them. In general, you can say that the basting hole of TOHO seed beads is slightly larger than that of Miyuki. This can be an advantage if you want to thread through the same bead several times with needle and thread. Coatings explained In the world of beads, the coating names can seem like a real crazy court. Here is a little explanation! Duracoat and Perma finish are names for coatings that have been added an extra layer to improve the colour fastness of the coating. Miyuki calls it  calls it Duracoat, TOHO calls it Perma Finish. These coatings are the best you can get from these brands.

Luster = shine AB = an extra layer of aurora borealis effect

Picasso = with spots

Opaque = solid color

Metallic = Metallic

Galvanized = galvanized

Matted = matted

Frosted = Just as if there is a layer of frost over it

Lined = the hole is colored

24kt plated = the bead has a thin layer of 24 carat gold

Etched = roughened

Crystal = on glass

Rainbow = rainbow shine

Coatings disclaimer We select beads with coatings of the highest quality. However, it can happen that a color fades during wear. This has to do with the PH of the skin and how intensive the use is. Make-up, perspiration, sun, water, shower gel and cleaning products all have an effect on the coatings.

Advice is therefore

Do not shower with beads

Don't wear your jewelry 24/7

Don't sleep

do not exercise

Do not allow personal care products to come into contact with

Stainless steel parts are fine for people with allergic reactions to other metals, but please note that stainless steel is not nickel-free. Most stainless steel contains 10% nickel. Stainless steel is of good quality but remains subject to discoloration. The speed at which this happens depends mainly on the PH value of the skin. A good alternative to 'ordinary' stainless steel are the ion plating parts. The ion plating parts are less likely to discolor and remain beautiful up to 5 to 8 times lower than other platings. Stainless steel in combination with ion plating becomes a heavy duty hypoallergenic product that stays beautiful for a long time.