Crystal FAQs

What if I'm new to crystals? How do I use them?

Start simple. You don't need an altar or a whole ritual — you just need to have them nearby.

• Carry them with you for energy support throughout the day
• Place them in your home or workspace to shift the atmosphere
• Meditate with them when you want to go deeper
• Use them in rituals and affirmations to anchor your intentions

Do crystals really work?

Crystals have been used for thousands of years across nearly every culture on earth — that's a lot of collective experience to dismiss. Their effects are personal and vary by individual. But their physical properties are well-documented: quartz crystals are used in watches, clocks, radios, lasers, semiconductors, and optical instruments. The science is there. Whether you feel it energetically is up to you.

How do I choose a crystal?

Go with whatever calls to you. If you're shopping in person, pick up a few and notice which one you don't want to put down. If you're browsing online, pay attention to which ones keep pulling your eye back. Your instincts are usually a better guide than a list. That said, if you have a specific intention — protection, clarity, sleep, grief — I'm happy to point you in a direction.

How do I cleanse my crystals?

Crystals absorb energy, so cleansing them regularly keeps them working at their best. A few reliable methods:

• Selenite or Clear Quartz — place crystals on a selenite plate overnight
• Moonlight — leave them out under the full moon to recharge
• Sage or Palo Santo — pass them through the smoke
• Sound — singing bowls, tuning forks, or bells cleanse through vibration

Can I cleanse crystals with sunlight?

Some crystals handle sunlight fine — black tourmaline, clear quartz, and carnelian are okay for short periods. But others fade or become brittle with prolonged sun exposure. Amethyst, rose quartz, aquamarine, and celestite are particularly vulnerable. When in doubt, stick to moonlight or selenite — they're gentler and safe for everything.

Can I put my crystals in water?

Not always. Anything with a hardness below 6 on the Mohs scale, or a name ending in "-ite," should generally stay dry. Selenite, malachite, pyrite, and lepidolite are a few that water can damage or dissolve over time. Quartz family stones — amethyst, citrine, clear quartz — are usually fine for a brief rinse. When in doubt, skip the water.