The Diamond Industry Is Changing
As consumers become more conscious about sustainability and ethics, traditional mined diamonds are losing their monopoly on luxury.
Lab-grown diamonds are emerging as a modern, responsible alternative that offer the same brilliance and beauty—without the baggage.
What Are Lab-Grown Diamonds?
Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds, created in a lab using high-tech processes that mimic natural formation. They’re not simulants like cubic zirconia or moissanite—they're chemically and visually identical to mined diamonds.
Two Main Methods:
- HPHT – High Pressure High Temperature
- CVD – Chemical Vapor Deposition
Both produce dazzling, cuttable stones with clarity and brilliance equal to natural diamonds.
Lab-Grown vs. Mined Diamonds
They look identical, but the differences matter.
Environmental Impact:
- Mined diamonds = water waste, deforestation, habitat destruction
- Lab-grown = much smaller carbon footprint
Ethical Sourcing:
- Lab-grown diamonds are conflict-free and free from labor abuse concerns
Affordability:
- 30–40% less than mined diamonds—same sparkle, smarter spend
Curious what this means for your next piece of jewelry? In Part 2, we’ll show you how Diamond Dots is using lab diamonds for sustainable sparkle—and how to shop for lab-grown diamonds that align with your values.