The full benefit of 16 Mukhi Rudraksha can be achieved only when you take care of the bead. Here are few ways to take care.
Always wash the beads with the Holy Water.
Use a soft brush to clean the beads.
Before wearing the bead, ensure that the bead is completely dry.
Apply sandalwood oil or olive oil to the dried Rudraksha with the brush.
When the beads are not worn, you need to keep it in the prayer room.
Things to avoid:
Remove the beads at night. Do not wear the beads and sleep.
Remove the beads when exercising or working out or swimming.
Never show off or put the bead on display infront of others.
Stay away from alcohol and non-vegetarian food when wearing this bead.
Also, do not indulge in any kind of negative activity like deceiving people, lying etc. when wearing the bead.
Ensure that you buy authentic 16 Mukhi Rudraksha from certified sellers like Brahma Gems. They will provide an x-ray report along with other authentication report as a proof of originality and purity.