Maintenance of Bodhi Bracelet


Bodhi bracelets are a very popular type of Chinese bracelets among collectors. However, how to take care of these bracelets in order to prolong their life is a concern for many people. In this article, we will introduce how to take care of linden bracelets, avoiding wear and tear, cleaning techniques, and tips to extend the life of the bracelets.

1. How to Maintain Bodhi-type Bracelet.

Maintaining Bodhi Bracelet is very important to keep them looking beautiful and last longer. First of all, avoid contact with water, especially for newly purchased bracelets, as they are prone to cracking. In addition, bracelets in the process of wearing and playing, hands will secrete a variety of sweat and oil, these substances will make the bracelets become more and more bright. If worn for too long, the bracelets will become dirty, then just dip a small amount of olive oil soft brush, gently wipe can be.

2. Ways to Avoid Wear and Tear on Bodhi-Type Bracelets.

Bodhi-type bracelets are susceptible to wear and tear and therefore require proper care. When wearing the bracelet, it is important to avoid using chemicals to clean the strings and not to place the bracelet on items containing chemical reagents. Also, avoid placing the bracelet in a humid environment to avoid damaging the wooden structure. If the bracelet becomes dirty, wipe it gently with a slightly damp cotton cloth for a few times, and then leave it for a while before playing it again.

3. Tips for Cleaning Different Bodhi-Type Bracelets.

3.1 Rudraksha Bracelet

3.1a Initial clearance (First 3 days)

Rudraksha beads are cleaned by a simple machine to remove most of the skin and impurities, however, due to the special shape of the beads, there are still impurities and newly deposited dirt in the crevices of the surface, which requires players to use enough patience and energy to carry out the first step of the cleaning and maintenance program. For cleaning the dirt, you can first use a synthetic fiber brush to roughly tidy up the surface, and then use an animal hair brush to polish and maintain it more carefully. The oils on the animal hair brush, especially pig bristle brush, can make the color of Rudraksha Bodhi more translucent while it is cleaned and cleaned at the same time.

3.1b Regular maintenance for Rudraksha Bracelet

After completing the initial cleaning and maintenance of Rudraksha beads, you can proceed to the next stage of oil maintenance (choose natural vegetable oils, such as olive oil or walnut oil). The purpose of this step is to use the protection of oil to prevent the Rudraksha beads from cracking due to the large amount of evaporation of internal moisture exposed to the air, or the thermal expansion and contraction of the beads caused by excessive changes in the external temperature.

The key point of using oil to maintain is the amount of oil, each time with a small amount of oil, once every 5-10 days, and accompanied by playing and brush cleaning way, step by step to let the Rudraksha bodhi seeds to absorb the oil, forming a stable protective film, if you use too much oil, vajra bodhi will be oxidized after absorbing oil will turn black quickly, and destroy its beauty.

3.2 Star and Moon Bodhi Bracelet

3.2a Regular maintenance for Star and Moon Bodhi Bracelet

After each wear, you can use a towel to carefully wipe the surface of the dirt, pay special attention to each bead and the hole around the clean, with a towel to wipe the bracelet can be given to the Star Moon Bodhi beads for some polishing, so you will be surprised to find that the string looks new.

3.2b The precautions for using a Star and Moon Bodhi Bracelet.

  1. Avoid getting your Star and Moon Bodhi bracelet wet. If it gets wet, wipe it immediately with a soft cloth and leave it to dry in a cool and sheltered place. Otherwise, it may result in cracking of the beads.
  2. It is best to avoid going back and forth between places where there is a big difference in temperature. This is because excessive temperature difference will cause the Star and Moon bodhi beads to expand and contract, which may damage its structure.
  3. Do not store your Star and Moon Bodhi bracelet in a humid environment. These Star and Moon bodhi beads are plant seeds and may mold if exposed to a humid environment, however, it is okay if this happens, just take a clean soft cloth to wipe it clean, it will not affect the structure of the beads, and it will not affect the normal use of the beads.
  4. If you find that the surface of the bead is a bit dry, it may be due to your tape habit, don't worry, you can use the bead on your face or other oily parts of the body to roll back and forth, so that it will restore the moisture.
  5. Try your best to avoid exposing your Star and Moon bodhi bracelet to the sun, wind, or freezing temperatures. If you have to wear it in such weather conditions, remember to protect it by placing it in a sheltered position on your body.
  6. If your Star and Moon bodhi bead is angular or shaped, be especially careful to avoid crushing it or dropping it on a hard surface, as this may damage the shape and structure of the seed.

3.3 Bodhi Bracelet

3.3a Regular maintenance for Bodhi Bracelet

After each wear, you can use a towel to wipe the surface dirt, pay special attention to each bead and the hole around the cleaning, this can clean the surface of the wax layer and dirty color, but also for the beads for polishing, after wiping the beads can be naturally dry beads, and at the same time the surface evenly and air contact to form a fine and uniform oxidation of the protective layer, two to three days once for maintenance can maintain the luster of the beads.

3.2b The precautions for using a Bodhi Bracelet

  1. Do not pile heavy objects on the surface of the Bodhi Bracelet, or mixed with keys and other hard objects, so as not to cause the Bodhi bead twisted, deformed.
  2. Don't use wet cloth to wipe or rinse the Bodhi bead with water, and avoid applying items with chemical reagents. What's more, we can't use alkaline water, alcohol and other corrosive chemicals to wipe the Bodhi Bracelet, so as not to damage and destroy the wood fiber.

4. Conclusion

In conclusion, caring for your Bodhi Bracelet is important to maintaining its beauty and longevity. By following proper care techniques, such as avoiding contact with water, using gentle cleaning methods and applying natural oils for protection, you can extend the life of your bracelet. Additionally, being aware of environmental factors such as temperature changes and humidity, as well as handling the bracelet carefully to prevent damage, will ensure that your bracelet will remain in good condition.