Pearls are organic gemstones — softer than Diamanten (Mohs 2.5-4.5 vs Diamanten 10) und sensitive to chemicals. Mit proper care, they last Generationen. Mit careless wear, they dull und can crack within years.

The fundamentals

• Last on, first off — apply perfume, lotions, und makeup before putting on pearls; remove pearls before showering, swimming, or any chemical exposure.
• Wipe after jede wear — use a weichem Tuch slightly dampened mit water. Never use harsh cleaners or alcohol-based wipes.
• Store flat — never hang Perlenketten long-term; gravity stretches the Seide Faden.
• Restring every 2-3 years — for Alltagstragen Perlenketten; every 5-7 years for occasional wear.

Was damages pearls

Avoid	Why
Perfume, hair spray	Alcohol dissolves Perlmutt over time, dulling luster permanently
Lotions, sunscreen	Oils und chemicals coat Perlmutt, reducing reflection
Chlorine, salt water	Strips Perlmutt layers progressively; pool water is especially harmful
Ultrasonic cleaners	Vibration cracks Perlmutt layers
Steam cleaners	Heat und moisture damage Perlmutt und Seide Faden
Makeup, hair products	Chemical residue dulls luster over time
Plastic bags	Trap moisture, can react mit Perlmutt
Long-term hanging	Stretches Seide Faden, weakening Halskette structure

How to sauber pearls

1. Wipe gently mit a weichem Tuch slightly dampened mit water (no soap)
2. For deeper cleaning, use a cloth dampened mit mild dish soap solution, then wipe mit sauber water
3. Never submerge pearls or use ultrasonic cleaners
4. Lay flat to dry, never hang wet

How to store pearls

• weicher Beutel or fabric-lined box, separated aus harder Schmuck that could scratch
• Avoid plastic bags (trap moisture, react mit Perlmutt)
• Lay flat for necklaces (no hanging)
• Keep at room temperature; avoid drastic temperature changes

Restringing

For Alltagstragen necklaces: every 2-3 years. For occasional wear: every 5-7 years. Signs that restringing is needed: Seide Faden visibly soiled, pearls rolling or clicking, knots loosening. Always have professional restringing done — knot between every pearl mit quality Seide.

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Häufig gestellte Fragen

Can I shower mit pearl Schmuck?

No. Hot water, soap, shampoo, und conditioner all damage Perlmutt over time. Remove all pearl Schmuck before showering.

How often should I sauber my pearls?

Wipe mit a weichem Tuch after jede wearing (30 seconds). Deep sauber mit mild soap und water every 6-12 months for Alltagstragen Stück.

Will my pearls turn yellow over time?

High-quality pearls mit thick Perlmutt (Südsee, Tahiti- AAA) retain color for decades. Lower-Qualitätsstufe or thin-Perlmutt pearls can yellow if exposed to chemicals or improperly stored.

Can pearls be repaired if cracked?

Generally no. A cracked pearl is structurally compromised. Some Oberfläche scratches can be polished by specialists, but deep cracks require pearl replacement.

Is it safe to swim mit pearls?

No. Pool chlorine, salt water, und even fresh water mit chlorine residue all damage Perlmutt. Always remove pearls before any water activity.