Pearls will last a lifetime and beyond as heirlooms for generations, if taken care of properly,
Pearls are relatively soft and can be damaged through scratching and exposure to heat and chemicals.
When putting on your pearls do so after you have applied your hairspray and perfume. Some of the chemicals in these products are harmful to your pearls.
Remove your pearls before showering or swimming.
After you have worn your pearls wipe them with a soft cloth since the slight acid in your perspiration will affect the pearls over time.
Store them in a cloth pouch or wrapped in a piece of cloth.Storing your pearls together with other jewelry without protection may scratch them since precious and semi-precious stones and most metals are harder than pearls. Do not keep them in a sealed plastic bag. Pearls need to breathe.
Prolonged exposure to direct heat or sunshine may dry and discolor pearls.
If you find it necessary to clean your pearls do not use ammonia based cleaners, detergents, bleaching agents or powdered cleaners. Also do not use abraisive materials, scouring pads or stiff brushes.
Simply wash the pearls in water with a mild soap and dry them with a soft cloth. Lay necklaces flat to dry. Do not hang or wear them when wet since this may strech the cord.
Pearls benefit from being worn. Enjoy your pearls and remember,
