Pearls are quite durable, but they do require a little care to help insure they stay beautiful.
Before putting your pearls away, wipe them gently with a soft cloth to remove body oils and dirt. The acid from your skin will dull the luster and eat the nacre changing their shape over time.
Always store your pearls in a soft jewelry pouch or wrapped in a cloth to prevent scratching. Never store them loose with other jewelry. Never store them in a plastic bag...they need moisture from the air. They should not be stored in a safe depsoit box as the air is dry and over time they may crack.
Always put your pearls on last - esp. after you spray your perfume or put on hair spray! Cosmetics and other chemicals will damage them.
Never swim or shower with them on.
If they do get wet via sweat or by other means, do not hang them to dry. Them them dry flat.
If you wear them a lot, have them restrung on a yearly basis.
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