How to Clean Pearls

By eHow Fashion, Style & Personal Care Editor

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Follow a few simple steps to keep your pearls in tip-top shape.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Gently wipe pearls with a soft, damp, lint-free cloth.
Step2
Pat dry with a fresh, lint-free cloth.
Step3
Have pearls professionally cleaned at least every other year.

Tips & Warnings

  • If you own pearls on silk or natural-fiber strands, have them professionally re-strung every year.
  • Avoid exposing your pearls to perfume, cosmetics or perspiration, which can dull and discolor them.

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