How to Cleanse Your Crystals
Stones and crystals are constantly absorbing energy around them, so it is very important to keep them clean and *reset* them, giving them a special treatment that allows them to return to their original vibrational frequency.
Here are some ideas on how to do it! It is important to know the best way to do this depending on the stone, as there are several crystals that should not go under water.
Before cleaning them, find out their hardness, this way you can know if it is a crystal that can get wet or not. If the crystal is equal to or greater than 6-7 on the Mohs scale, it can go into water, if not, it is very soft and can break, so it is better to clean it using a different method.
Also find out if it contains any toxic components such as vanadium in Cavansite or any components that can oxidize, such as iron in Pyrite. For these crystals, it is best to avoid immersing them in water for long periods of time, but you can always use a wet toothbrush to remove dust by softly brushing them.
Cleansing should be done as frequently as you deem necessary, depending on the use or work you give your crystals. In some cases you can extend the time of cleansing some crystals as much as you consider convenient. Trust your intuition!
Here are some ideas on how to do it! It is important to know the best way to do this depending on the stone, as there are several crystals that should not go under water.
Before cleaning them, find out their hardness, this way you can know if it is a crystal that can get wet or not. If the crystal is equal to or greater than 6-7 on the Mohs scale, it can go into water, if not, it is very soft and can break, so it is better to clean it using a different method.
Also find out if it contains any toxic components such as vanadium in Cavansite or any components that can oxidize, such as iron in Pyrite. For these crystals, it is best to avoid immersing them in water for long periods of time, but you can always use a wet toothbrush to remove dust by softly brushing them.
Cleansing should be done as frequently as you deem necessary, depending on the use or work you give your crystals. In some cases you can extend the time of cleansing some crystals as much as you consider convenient. Trust your intuition!
CLEANSE WITH WATER
Leave them under running water for a few seconds in a glass or ceramic container. Then leave them for a few hours under the sunlight or overnight in the moonlight if you like. You can add a pinch of sea salt to help neutralize their energy, but don't use too much salt, as it can be quite corrosive. Remember to be mindfull if your crystal can be washed with water (many are too soft to be submerged for long time under water), if they are under 7 in the hardness Mohs scale, better avoid this cleansing method.
CLEANSE WITH ANOTHER CRYSTAL
Quartz clusters are excellent for returning the original energy of crystals and stones. They are formed by several crystal points growing together on the same matrix. These points harmonize and clean each other, and so can clean and enhance other crystals that rest on them. You can leave your crystal for 3 hours on an amethyst or quartz cluster. Selenite is also known as a powerful cleansing stone for other crystals.
CLEANSE WITH EARTH
You can bury your crystal in the garden or a pot for several days or weeks. The stones and crystals come from within the earth, so doing this is an excellent way to strengthen them and restore their original vibration. This is recommended for when you feel that a crystal is too overloaded or that it has lost its shine after an intense energetic work.
CLEANSE WITH SMOKE
Use incense, sage, copal, Palo Santo or any sacred herb that makes sufficient smoke to clear stones, especially with those that can not get wet. Light it with matches (avoid the lighter) and pass it around the stone doing anti-clockwise circles, to remove and clean the negative energy. Put all your intention in it.
CLEANSE WITH CONSCIOUSNESS
The power of our intention and consciousness also cleanses. Put the crystal on your receptive hand, with your dominant hand on top. Close your eyes and visualize a violet light that enters from your crown chakra and down your head towards your arms, your hands and towards the crystal. Affirm that any negative energy that the crystal collected is eliminated and that it has recovered its original energy. Doing this also contributes on having a special connection with your crystals.
CLEANSE WITH SOUND
The vibration of sound or a musical note can also clean energetically. Use a bell, cymbals or a tibetan singing bowl. Make a sound with them for a few minutes and send the harmonic vibration to your crystals. Help with your intention to clear and restore their original energy.
After cleansing, thank your crystals for accompanying you in your growth and spiritual work 💎🙏💜
With love,
Gabriela
With love,
Gabriela