Caring for Real Horsehair Bracelets and Necklaces
Authentic horsehair jewelry is durable and made for daily wear. The fiber handles regular use well and doesn't require special cleaning products. A damp cloth is sufficient for surface dirt. Prolonged exposure to water, particularly submersion, can loosen braided sections and affect any dyed portions of the hair, so it's worth removing horsehair pieces before swimming or washing dishes.
Storage flat or loosely coiled preserves the braid structure. Hanging a braided horse hair necklace for extended periods can cause the fiber to stretch slightly at stress points over time. Keeping pieces away from direct sunlight slows any fading, particularly in natural-color hair where the tonal variation is part of the piece's character.