How to care for your precious pearls: These 5 easy tips will help keep them pristine

“If you have a pearl necklace or bracelet, it's also a good idea to store it flat rather than hanging it,” added Caroline Cao, general manager at Singapore pearl jeweller Pearly Lustre. “This can help to prevent the silk thread from stretching or weakening.”

What else can be done to ensure the lustrous gems are well cared for? According to Cao, it’s as easy as wearing your pearls often. “Wearing your pearls frequently is a way to maintain their lustre. The natural oils from our skin can help protect the pearl's surface and prevent them from becoming too dry or brittle,” she explained.

As Cao said: “A pearl’s beauty is worth every ounce of effort you put into maintaining them.” Now, with these five quick tips, you’ll have pearls to cherish for years to come.

Source: CNA/yy