How Often To Clean Pearls You should wipe down pearls with a damp cloth after every wear to remove oils and buildup that could cause staining. Make sure to let them air-dry completely before storing.

How to clean pearl earrings “Pearls are very fragile and need only a few gentle steps for effective at-home cleaning,” says Jess Hannah, designer and founder of J. Hannah and Ceremony.

Good news! It's easy to know how to clean your jewelry using common household items to keep it shiny and eye-catching.

The pearl stringer Renata Terjeki has suggestions for how to store, clean and preserve your pearl jewelry.