Whenever you acquire a new crystal or gemstone, it is important to cleanse and charge it on an energetic level, prior to use. This will ensure that they are functioning at optimal levels of vibration, cleared of all trauma and negativity and enabled to be as useful and powerful as possible. The following are options for beginners:
Full Moon or Sun
Ideally, crystals should be placed outside on the earth or a natural surface. During the Full Moon, let them remain overnight, but when using sunlight, leave them out for only a few hours. If there is a chance of rain or snow, please note that some crystals cannot get wet. Please refer to our FAQ page, "Crystals and Water" for more information.
Water Bath
River, rain or ocean water is most preferred for this method. Hold your crystals under these water sources for one minute at a time, moving your fingers over them. As noted above, some crystals should not get wet so refer to our FAQ page, "Crystals and Water" for more information.
Sound Bath
Use a crystal or metal singing bowl, drumming, tuning forks or even recorded sound for this method. Place your crystals on a cloth and play the chosen sound while sending intention for the vibrations to penetrate it. This is a beneficial and beautiful way to not only cleanse your crystals, but receiving sound healing for yourself as well.
Selenite
There are a few crystals that can be used to cleanse other crystals. Selenite is the best crystal for the job because it magnifies energy, is always working and it cleanses itself. Because some crystals cannot get wet, this method is the safest way to prevent damage to your crystals.
Selenite is found in many forms. The general rule is that the more contact a crystal has with Selenite, the faster and more thoroughly it will be cleansed. For optimum purification, leave the crystals charging for 24 hours in either of the following ways:
Cleansing Plate, Bowl or Slab – Be sure that it is of equal size, or bigger than the crystals you are charging.
Selenite Tower, Chunk or Stick - Place the crystals you wish to cleanse in a circle around it. It is best if they can touch the Selenite.
*A tip from Gwen: If choosing this method, I recommend having Selenite to cleanse with and another, smaller piece for your own personal use. The idea being that your charging Selenite should not be what you use personally as it will have spent a lot of time interacting with the unwanted energy of your other stones.
The final step in cleansing and charging is to attune to your crystals. Meditate while holding each crystal. Feel it’s energy and connect to it. Most importantly, express gratitude during this process.