<p data-start="275" data-end="467">I&rsquo;m currently shopping for an <strong data-start="305" data-end="324">engagement ring and recently came across <strong data-start="350" data-end="377">lab-grown diamond rings. At first, I was a little unsure, but after some research, I&rsquo;m actually really impressed.

<p data-start="469" data-end="690">Lab-grown diamonds are <strong data-start="492" data-end="509">real diamonds, just made in a lab instead of mined from the Earth. They look exactly the same as natural diamonds, have the same sparkle, and are graded by the same labs like <strong data-start="671" data-end="678">IGI or <strong data-start="682" data-end="689">GIA.

<p data-start="692" data-end="888">One big advantage is the price. You can save up to <strong data-start="743" data-end="750">50% and still get a bigger or better-quality diamond. That&rsquo;s a huge plus when you&rsquo;re working with a budget but still want something stunning.

<p data-start="890" data-end="1066">They&rsquo;re also <strong data-start="903" data-end="937">eco-friendly and conflict-free, which makes me feel better about the purchase. No mining, no harmful practices &mdash; just a beautiful ring you can feel good about.



<p data-start="1068" data-end="1238">I&rsquo;m leaning toward getting a lab-grown diamond engagement ring, but I&rsquo;d love to hear from anyone who has one. How does it hold up over time? Any tips on where to buy?