Because nacre is an organic matter, this exposed
to modifications, mainly in case of drying.
It I could produce a "aging" of pearl and thus limit its life.
First they become kills,
soon they appear cracks, and finally they begin to lose leaves (layers).
It is impossible to guarantee the life of pearl by a certain time. The
statistics consider
of 100 to 150 years of duration like average. Nevertheless, exist pearls
that have several centuries of antiquity and still conserve all his intact
beauty.
Doubt that does not fit good ones taken care of contribute to the conservation
of per them. A dryness and a humidity very elevated are both detrimental
ones.
Pearls also are sensible to acids, the sweat, the cosmetics, alcohol,
perfumes,
and the lacquer. The regular control and cares can extend the life of
pearl.
1.
Cultured Pearls are relatively soft in comparison to other precious stones
and metals.
So that it is important to maintain per them isolated of the rest of jewels
thus to assure that beautiful brilliants and with the passage of time
are still preserved.
2.
The cases with interiors of silk, cotton or velvet are adapted for their
conservation, because they deal with smoothness per it besides to allow
the sweating.
3.
Cosmetics, perfume and hair spray all contain chemicals that can dull the lustre of a pearl. The natural
acids contained in body oils and perspiration can damage pearls in the same way.
It is best to put your pearls on after applying makeup, perfume and hair spray.
Wiping the pearls with a soft damp cloth after you wear them will ensure that they remain free from harmful build-ups of these compounds.
Periodically, pearls should be washed with a mild soap.
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