CRYSTAL CARE
Crystals absorb and hold energy — which is exactly what makes them so powerful. But just like a sponge, they need to be wrung out regularly so they can continue working at their best. Cleansing your crystals clears any energy they've absorbed and restores them to their natural vibration. Here are six simple methods you can do at home.
Placing your crystals in moonlight — particularly during a full moon — is one of the most powerful and gentle cleansing methods available. Simply place them on a windowsill or outside overnight and allow the moon's energy to wash them clean. This method is safe for all crystals and also charges them at the same time.
Pass your crystal through the smoke of burning sage, Palo Santo or incense. The smoke clears stagnant energy and restores the crystal's natural vibration. Set your intention as you do this — visualise the old energy lifting away with the smoke. This is one of the quickest and most effective methods for regular cleansing.
Sound vibration is a wonderful way to cleanse multiple crystals at once. Use a singing bowl, a tuning fork, or even the sound of a bell or chime. The vibrations pass through the crystals and shake loose any stagnant energy. This is a great method if you have a large collection.
Selenite is one of the only crystals that doesn't need cleansing itself — and it has the unique ability to cleanse other crystals simply by contact. Place your crystals on a selenite slab or next to a selenite wand overnight and they'll be cleansed and recharged by morning. Easy, effortless and beautiful.
Burying your crystals in the earth — either in your garden or in a pot of soil — connects them back to their natural source and draws out any accumulated energy. Leave them for 24 hours, then brush them clean. This is a particularly powerful method for deeply grounding stones like black tourmaline and obsidian.
Place your crystals in a bowl of dry Himalayan salt or sea salt overnight. Salt is one of the most ancient and powerful purifiers — it draws out negative energy and leaves your crystals feeling fresh and clear. Important: do not use this method for soft, porous or water-soluble crystals like selenite, malachite or pyrite.
You may have heard of cleansing crystals under running water. While this works for hard stones like clear quartz and amethyst, many crystals are damaged by water — including selenite, malachite, pyrite, lepidolite and many others. Always check whether your specific crystal is water-safe before using this method.
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