Lab-Grown vs. Natural Diamonds: What’s the Difference — and Why It Matters

Diamonds have long been a symbol of elegance, love, and luxury — but today, how we source them is changing. At Maison LJE Diamonds, we’re proud to embrace this change by offering lab-grown diamonds that deliver the same brilliance as natural ones, but with more transparency and less pressure.

How Are Lab-Grown Diamonds Made?

Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds, created in a controlled environment that mimics the earth’s natural diamond-forming process. They’re formed using either:

  • HPHT (High Pressure, High Temperature) – replicates the pressure and heat found deep beneath the Earth’s surface.

  • CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition) – grows diamonds layer by layer using carbon-rich gas.

The result? A diamond that’s chemically, physically, and optically identical to a natural one — but grown above ground with significantly less environmental and ethical impact.


The Price Difference: Up to 2–3x More Affordable

Natural diamonds come with a long supply chain — from miners to middlemen, dealers, and retailers. All of that adds up.

Lab-grown diamonds skip that inflated markup. They can cost up to 2–3 times less than mined diamonds of similar cut, clarity, carat, and color — without compromising on quality or sparkle.

That means you can invest in a larger, better-quality diamond for the same price — or simply save more while still getting the timeless elegance you deserve.


Why Choose Us?

We started Maison LJE Diamonds with a clear goal:
To create fine jewelry that feels good to wear — not pressured to own.

No middlemen.
No hidden costs.
No outdated traditions telling you what your jewelry should mean.

We focus on:

  • Real materials — only genuine lab-grown diamonds and precious metals

  • Real sparkle — brilliance and clarity you can see and feel

  • Timeless designs — made to celebrate you, on your terms

Whether you’re buying your first diamond or building your collection, we believe luxury should feel effortless — never out of reach.


A Smarter, Kinder Choice.

Choosing a lab-grown diamond isn’t just a smart financial decision — it’s a mindful one. With lower carbon footprints, no environmental mining damage, and zero ethical compromises, lab-grown diamonds represent a more sustainable and conscious way to shine.


Shine smart. Shine bold.
At Maison LJE Diamonds, we’re here to help you celebrate in your own way — beautifully, confidently, and without compromise.