Pearls are beautiful and go well with many outfits. You should know how to clean your pearl jewelry. Follow these steps carefully to prolong the life of your necklace! You may be surprised at how much pollution your pearls have picked up over the years. Don not put on your pearl jewelry until after you have put on your makeup, perfume and lotions. This will prevent these products from building up on your jewelry.
Use a soft, lint-free cloth to wipe your pearls after you take them off. Consider buying a special cleaning solution that is formulated specifically for your freshwater pearls. You can also ask a jeweler to professionally clean them for you. If your pearls have become dull, using a damp cloth to gently pat them clean, then let them dry flat. Store the pearls separately, away from other jewelry. This will keep the fragile outer coating from being scratched. You could use a small jewelry pouch or drawstring bag to protect the pearls. Never use abrasive cleaners. They will scratch up the coating of the pearls.
The best you can do to keep your pearls in tip top shape is to take a soft cloth and wipe your pearls with it after each use. That way grime and body oils won't build up on them and in turn attract polluted air, smoke, etc. But by all means wear your freshwater pearls. They don't enhance anyone when in a box or drawer. Pearls are meant to be enjoyed and you deserve to wear something lovely.
And don't just wear them for a wedding. Wear them often, even with blue jeans and casual clothes. Pearls have a way of making a lady feel very special, and we should feel special every day, don't you think?