Tips to make pearls last longer
Jewelry is part of fashion! thinks Monsteraleaf. Among them, pearl jewelry has a wide range of uses, and it is pearl jewelry that plays an active role from formal to casual without betraying. No wonder it's so popular.
■Pearl features
The pearls produced by pearl oysters over a long period of time are different in color, luster, size and shape one by one. There are many types of pearls, but there are two major criteria for classification. Habitat environment (seawater/freshwater) and means of growth (natural/farmed). Unfortunately, due to the popularity of pearls in the past, overexploitation of pearl oysters has led to the extinction of many pearl oysters. Therefore, natural pearls are very expensive in both seawater and freshwater. In cultured pearls, a "nucleus" is placed inside the body of the oyster, and the mother-of-pearl layer is formed. Seawater nucleus-free pearls are called Keshi.
Pearls are gemstones obtained from bivalves such as pearl oysters. Sea pearls include Akoya pearls, white butterfly pearls, black butterfly pearls, and Mabe pearls, while freshwater pearls are pearls harvested from freshwater mussels and mussels. Surprisingly, it seems that natural pearls can rarely be found in freshwater clams. Pearls are mainly composed of calcium carbonate and protein. Therefore, it is vulnerable to sweat, sebum, acidity such as fruit juice, oil, heat, alcohol contained in perfume, cosmetics, detergents, etc. Also, unlike diamonds, which boast a hardness of 10, pearls have a low hardness and are easily scratched by friction. In order to prolong the life of elegant pearls, it is important to be careful about how to handle them on a daily basis.
■ How to care for pearls
■ Wipe after wearing
If oil such as sweat, sebum, or cosmetics adheres to the pearl, the calcium carbonate on the surface will gradually dissolve and the pearl may lose its luster. To prevent the pearl from deteriorating, wipe it with a dry soft cloth after wearing it before storing it. Microfiber eyeglass wipes and handkerchiefs can also be used.
■If you think it's too dirty
After wiping off stubborn dirt with a tightly wrung out microfiber cloth, wipe off the moisture with a dry cloth, and allow it to dry naturally in a well-ventilated place without direct sunlight. It is best to avoid detergents. Also, expensive pearl accessories often use silk threads, so avoid washing them with water. Silk is weak against water and the thread deteriorates, causing it to break.
■ Places to avoid when storing pearls
■Locations exposed to direct sunlight
Ultraviolet rays, which are known to have a negative effect on the human body, also have effects such as discoloring pearls. Do not place it near a window where it is exposed to direct sunlight or under a fluorescent light.
■damp place
Prolonged exposure to high humidity may cause condensation on the surface of the pearl, which may cause it to lose its luster. You can prevent deterioration by storing it in a place where the humidity is kept constant.
■Where the temperature changes drastically
Pearls are vulnerable to heat, so the temperature changes drastically in areas where outside air is drawn in, such as entrances and windows, which may cause the pearls to shrink or expand. This contraction and expansion may cause the pearl to crack.
Pearls are easily scratched, so avoid storing them with other jewels and store them in individual cases.
Pearls are delicate gemstones, but if you take care of them and store them properly, you can enjoy their beautiful brilliance for many years to come. If you have pearl necklaces, earrings, rings, etc., please be careful about their care and storage. Wipe lightly after use! This is the keyword.
Monstera leaf has a large selection of high quality freshwater pearls and keshi pearl jewelry. Please enjoy pearl jewelry that is perfect for parties and formal occasions.
Written by Monsteraleaf
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