Why do freshwater pearl jewelry need to be cared for?
Pearls as the world’s sole organic gemstones composed of calcium carbonate which are different from other gemstones or precious metals are softer and more delicate. that means, pearls are more easily scratched, cracked, and damaged. In addition, many substances can dull pearls’ luster or cloud their brilliance, such as perfume and hair spray — and even natural body oils and perspiration. Thus a bit of special care is required for cute pearls to keep them beautiful and lustrous. See more here www.casijewelry.com
How to care for these Precious pearls?
Taking special precautions can make them maintain allure. Here are some points:
1. The ways of washing
The essential point is to keep pearls away from chlorine bleach, vinegar, ammonia, hairspray, perfume, and cosmetics, as these substances will damage the pearl surface. Specifically speaking, before spraying perfume or hairspray and putting on makeup, make sure not to put pearls on, then gently wipe the pearls with a warm, damp cloth remove any traces of cosmetic products or body oils.after wearing your pearls and remove pearls before exercising to keep them away from perspiration.
Wash pearls periodically with mild soap (NOT detergent) and a soft cloth to remove any accumulated build-up. When finished washing the pearls, rinse them in clean water and wrap them in a thin, damp cotton towel to dry. If the pearls are especially dirty, wipe the pearl with acetone polish remover. Acetone will not hurt pearls. DO NOT use jewelry cleaners with ammonia or vinegar in them.
2. The ways of storing
Pearls should be stored separately for their delicacy, away from hard jewelry items, to prevent scratches or other damage. If possible, store them wrapped in soft cloth or in a soft-lined container or jewelry box. Do NOT store pearls in an airtight package such as a plastic bag because pearls need moisture. If the environment is too dry, the pearls may crack. If placing the pearls in a safety deposit box or in a hot environment, leave a damp cloth nearby.
3. Need to be restrung and knotted
To prevent strand breakage,it’s better to have your pearls restrung periodically — perhaps once a year or so if you wear them often. Knotting the strand between each pearl will prevent all of the pearls from falling off the strand in the event the strand breaks. Also, knotting prevents the pearls from rubbing against one another and causing damage. A little bit of care can go a long way toward ensuring that your pearls remain safe. If pearls are very small, knots between each pearl may be undesirable.
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