Caring for your shell Jewelry 

Normally Kahelelani shell jewelry is only worn on special occasions hear on the Hawaiian islands. Although there are many people who do not want to take them off. It is good to be aware of how to make your jewelry last as long as possible. 

Shells are made of calcium carbonate, chloride and other substances in tap water and pool water are abrasive to the shells and will deteriorate, weaken and bleach the shells out over time. Shell jewelry should not be worn in pools or worn in the shower. Although it is okay to wear them in the ocean, lakes and streams.