5 Reasons to Go Lab-Grown Diamond
Lab diamonds vs. Natural diamonds. The debate has raged for a hot minute now, and one thing is for sure, the hype is coming from both sides.
While we love the love story that is a picture-perfect engagement ring, we’re not buying the salty narrative that one kind of diamond is better than the other. Sure, we all have our favorites, but there are no wrong answers in sparkle city.
However… the people wanted a face-off, they love the drama, and we understood the assignment. So take several seats as we yeet natural diamonds under the bus. Here are our top 5 reasons to go lab-grown.
1. Same Diff
Ok, so here’s the deal. There are two types of diamonds: natural and lab-grown. One isn’t any better than the other. In fact, they are absolutely identical down to an atomic level.
On the real real, the only differences between the two are their origins and their price tags. So if someone tries to tell you they can spot the difference, feel free to drag them mercilessly cause they lie.
Can you tell if this lil 2ct gem is lab-grown or natural? Probably not, but it does look gorge in The Twig.
2. More Bling for Your Buck
Did you want to save a grip? Go lab-grown. As we already mentioned, it’s the same diamond, so why do you want to pay more? Low-key, if you go lab-grown, you can snag a much bigger diamond on the same budget. Like legit 1-2 carats bigger, same price.
This is all because of supply and demand, and labs that create diamonds are able to meet the demand. Making lab diamonds cost less because the market isn’t artificially inflated like it is with natural diamonds. Check it out. Lab diamonds cost about half of what a mined diamond does. The bigger the diamond–and you can go bigger now that you’re saving a ton by going lab-grown–the bigger the price difference.
Once you get over the 4 or 5ct mark, we’re talking tens of thousands of dollars difference. So if you decide to snag yourself a lab diamond, you can get the giant rock of your dreams and probably afford a chonky downpayment on the house of your dreams while you’re at it. Check it out. These two oval shape diamonds are just about the same size. The top diamond is a 3.33ct Oval D VVS1 Lab Diamond, and the bottom is a 3.5ct Oval D SI1 Natural Diamond.
3. High-Key Sustainable Low-Key Impact
Lab-grown diamonds are hands down more sustainable than natural mined diamonds. Since they are made in a lab and created on an as-needed basis, the supply chain is in check, and we aren’t burring up natural resources. Speaking of natural resources, lab diamonds are a lot more eco-friendly. Even supposedly earth-conscious diamond minors are tearing up the land and doing irreparable damage to the earth.
Without question, lab diamonds are also 100% more ethical than natural diamonds. Many companies, Keyzar included, go to every possible length to ensure our diamonds are always 100% conflict-free. But when you choose lab diamonds, there is never a question of ethics or sustainability. You don’t have to worry or wonder because your diamond was made in a safe, clean, worker-friendly lab by a dude in a white coat who gets plenty of coffee breaks.
4. Glittery Glow Up
Did you know lab diamonds bring the high-key sparkle? See, lab diamonds are cut to maximize sparkle. Since lab diamonds are renewable, cutters can focus more on giving each diamond the perfect cut to bring out the best in every rock. The problem is since natural diamonds get pulled out of the ground when a larger one is discovered, cutters try to maximize carat. People get so focused on getting a higher carat that they compromise on cut.
The thing is, cut is responsible for everything we love about diamonds. A poorly cut diamond isn’t going to reflect as much light, meaning it will look dark and dull. On the other hand, a well-cut stone will reflect back the maximum amount of brilliance and fire. Since lab diamonds are cut with this in mind, it’s much easier to find a well-cut lab diamond with the absolute most in the sparkle department.
5. Don’t Simp When You Can Stan
Lab diamonds are much more accessible than natural diamonds. Since diamonds are created to match demand, there are a lot more specific options available. In other words, you can get the diamond you actually want instead of settling for what you can find. As an added mega bonus, the lower price means you don’t have to limit yourself to the few natural diamonds that happen to fall within your budget. Instead, you can expand your search to find the diamond you’ve been dreaming about.
Not only that, but you can also narrow it down to find exactly the size, shape, and sparkle combo you’ve been looking for. Now, if getting exactly what you want and never having to settle isn’t a giant W for lab diamonds, we don’t know what is. This 2.75ct Penelope is absolutely everything and low-key. Why would you ever settle for less material girlfriend?
Did You Say Sheesh?
So did we. The debate might rage on, but we’re sold on science. Lab diamonds are more affordable, sustainable, and hello sparkly! We’re high-key obsessed with seeing people go home with the ring that rocks their world. And the fact that lab diamonds let anyone feel like a full-on material girl no matter their budget? We love to hear it.
If you’re ready to find the lab diamond that will have you absolutely vibing, take several seats cause we’ve got oodles. Find yours and prepare to luxuriate in the dankness.
A Little FAQ Moment
We get tons of questions about lab diamonds, so let’s have a little fact or cap moment.
A Jeweler Can Tell That A Diamond Is Lab Grown
Cap, Lab and natural diamonds look the same even to a trained jeweler, period. You won’t be able to tell the difference unless you have some seriously hardcore lab equipment that can search for traces of nitrogen.
They are exactly the same as natural diamonds.
Lab Diamonds Don’t Hold Their Value
Fact, but here’s some real tea: neither do natural diamonds. The idea that a diamond is a good investment is totally bogus. And the value that is placed on natural diamonds is artificially inflated by big diamond companies that stash enormous quantities to keep up the demand.
The truth is they could choose to flood the market at any time, and then natural diamonds would be the same price as lab-grown… Only still less sustainable. The real value of a diamond, whether natural or lab-grown, is all about the love behind the gesture.
