[jshepherd]

I think there is finally a product that will work for every one trying to take care of their pearls.

Check out this Web site:
http://www.thepearldoctor.com/

The Web site is owned by the wife of John Inglese who is sales manager at The Pearl Outlet. They have been testing it for about a year and recently sent us a kit to try. It works really well. It has the same aesthetic effect as polishing without adding adding oils or buffing the surface.

Anyway, this is just a plug for them. I think it is a great idea and one long overdue. I am interested to hear what other people think about it as well. This kit may be something we could eventually consider adding to orders as a value-added extra.

[Caitlin]

Someone on another thread was asking about bags to put a gift in. This site has some nice selections, both inexpensive and high end.

The products look good, but I was unable to determine what is in the wash. I like the chamois idea too.

[Raisondetre]

Fantastic idea! Be great to test it out in person. Might get a kit after I return from my trip.

[jshepherd]

I am not sure what is in the formula. This is the quote from their Web site.

Rx FORMULA - Our wonderful Rx cleaning formula is a natural, non-toxic, environmentally safe solution especially effective at removing make-up, hair spray, perfume, and lotion, as well as the natural acids contained in body oils and perspiration. The 1 oz. bottle of Rx contains enough formula for 19 uses (4 1/2 months at 1 time per week).

They may tell you if you ask them. But who knows, it might be some secret formula

[knotty panda]

Someone had mentioned them in a thread a few months ago. I looked at the site then promptly forgot about it. It did seem good, but had I known they people behind it, I might have ordered. At the time, I wasn't sure if it was just hype.

[smetzler]

Originally Posted by jshepherd

…some secret formula…

It all hinges on the 'formula' and its effectiveness/uniqueness. But I also find the pouches, etc well selected and attractive, and especially laud the site for its educational content.

Inclusion with minimum-value retail orders would be a nice statement, and perhaps serve to further distinguish the serious merchants from the pretenders.

In the end, it may be just another good excuse to get close and personal with one's pearls—as if one were needed!