Pearl Care Tips

Don’t worry, your pearl jewelry is durable enough to be enjoyed and worn on a daily basis. These common sense guidelines will help prolong the life and look of your pearls:

• Wipe your pearls with a clean soft cloth saturated with alcohol after wearing them. (Avoid cleaning solutions, submersion, ultrasonic cleaners, or chemicals).
• Place your pearl jewelry on after your hairspray and perfume have dried.
• Protect your pearls from being scratched by storing your pearl jewelry (or packing them for a trip) separately from your other jewelry, especially metal and hard gemstones.
• It is best to wear your pearls regularly, which exposes them to natural environmental humidity. It is not recommended that you store your pearls in a safe or drawer for an extended period of time, as your pearls could dry out and crack.
• If you wear your pearl necklace frequently, have it re-strung on fresh silk every 1 to 2 years (a local jeweler can usually provide this service for a reasonable fee). Olive oil may be used every few years to preserve luster.