How to Cleanse your crystal

Before you buy a crystal, it often travels a long way, picking up different energies that might not match yours , so it is necessary that you cleanse it efficiently so that it can work in your favor and remove all the absorbed or the negative energies.

Think of it like your skincare routine if you will.  You cleanse first to wash away all of the negativity from the day, then you charge your skin overnight with serums, creams etc to amplify its powers.To keep your crystals working well, you need to cleanse and recharge them regularly. This helps restore their natural state and can also refresh and efficiently help you to attract your purpose.

The beautiful parcel of crystal may hold a lot of negative energy within them, which is why regular cleansing and charging is an essential aspect of your spiritual self-care.

Let me take you on a short tour, how to charge or cleanse the crystals but before that  I would like you to note that each crystal has its own personality, which is why I would suggest before you do anything to check advice online.

Keep reading to learn about common ways to cleanse crystals, how to set your intentions with them, and more.

Here are some ways to cleanse your crystals 

Step -1 RINSE IT IN RUNNING WATER

Placing your crystal in running water or in a bowl: This method involves rinsing your crystal under a stream of running water or immersing it in a bowl filled with clean water. Running water helps crystals for cleansing negative energy it may have absorbed. As the water flows over the crystal, it carries away energetic impurities, leaving the crystal refreshed and revitalized. 

STEP-2 KEEP IT IN ROCK SALT WATER

Rock Salt water soak: Submerge crystal in rock salt solution for 3-4 hours to draw out negativity. To make the salt water solution , Dissolve 1 tbsp salt in lukewarm water, ensuring it's fully submerged. Rinse under running water, then pat dry.

PLEASE NOTE: NOT ALL CRYSTALS ARE WATER FRIENDLY , For example, many crystals ending with “ite” like selenite, azurite, fluorite and calcite  . For non-water friendly crystals you may charge it with other methods given below.

1.Cleanse crystals with incense stick or sage leaves

To cleanse your crystals , you can utilize the purifying properties of sage leaves or incense sticks ( Dhoopbatti) by allowing their smoke to cleanse the crystals. How to charge a crystal with incense stick or sage leaves?  Begin it by lighting a sage bundle or incense stick , hold your crystal on a heat-safe surface .Allow the smoke to charge the energetic field of crystal with an incense stick for about 2-3 minutes .

2. Cleansing crystal with Moonlight

To cleanse your crystal in moonlight, place it in a marble bowl overnight" is an easy way to refresh your crystal's energy using the power of the full moon. Find a quiet spot where the moon can shine directly on your crystal, like a windowsill or outside. Put your crystal in a clean marble bowl and leave it there overnight. While it rests, the moon's light works its magic, clearing away any negative vibes and recharging the crystal with positive energy. This ritual not only purifies the crystal but also deepens your connection to the natural rhythms of the universe, aligning you .In the morning, your crystal will feel brand new, ready to bring its positive energy into your life.

3.Cleansing it with selenite crystal 

You can also cleanse your crystal by keeping a selenite crystal , selenite bowl since selenite is also known for cleansing properties within itself .Selenite helps in clearing blockages , so if there are any blockages of negative energies it can help the crystal to cleanse it all. 

3.Cleansing it with sound

You can also use sound therapy to cleanse your crystals , since this therapy is also commonly called most effective therapy , because frequency of sound is effective on crystal . you can simply place your crystal on a table and play sound or may play an instrument to let the sound pass through your crystal and to cleanse it .

Asked Common questions 

• How to cleanse crystal quartz

To cleanse crystal quartz, you can use several methods. You can place it under running water, bury it in the earth for a day or two, smudge it with sage or other cleansing herbs, or leave Crystal it in sunlight or moonlight for a few hours.

• What happens if you don't cleanse your crystals

If you don't cleanse your crystals, they may become overloaded with negative energy they've absorbed from their surroundings or from you. Cleansing Crystal  can affect their effectiveness in healing or providing positive energy.

• Can i cleanse my crystals together

Yes, you can cleanse multiple crystals together using the same cleansing method. Just make sure the method you choose is suitable for all the types of crystals you're cleansing.

• Should we cleanse crystals in sunlight.

Some crystals may fade or become damaged if left in direct sunlight for too long.So we don’t suggest keeping crystals under sunlight for a very long period of a period. 

•  Can all crystals be cleansed with Water

Not all crystals can be cleansed with water. Some crystals, which end with “ite” like selenite or malachite, are water-soluble and can be damaged if submerged in water. It's important to research each crystal before cleansing to ensure you use a safe method.

• Can selenite cleanse all crystals

Cleansing with Selenite Crystal  is known for its ability to cleanse and recharge other crystals. You can place your other crystals on top of a selenite charging plate or wand to cleanse and rejuvenate them.

• How to cleanse a amethyst crystal,carnelian crystal, citrine crystal, clear quartz 

Amethyst crystal: You can cleanse amethyst by placing it under running water, smudging it with sage, or leaving it in sunlight or moonlight.

Carnelian crystal: Carnelian can be cleansed with water, sunlight, moonlight, or by burying it in the earth.

Citrine crystal: Citrine can be cleansed with sunlight, moonlight, water, or by smudging.

Clear quartz crystal: Clear quartz can be cleansed with water, sunlight, moonlight, or by smudging.

Crystal ball: Cleanse a crystal ball by smudging with sage, placing it in sunlight or moonlight, or using sound vibrations like a singing bowl.

Crystal bracelet: You can cleanse a crystal bracelet by running it under cold water, smudging, or placing it on a selenite charging plate.

Crystal necklace: Cleanse a crystal necklace using the same methods as the bracelet, ensuring it's suitable for the materials used in the necklace.

Crystal pendulum: Cleanse a crystal pendulum by holding it under running water, smudging, or placing it in sunlight or moonlight.

  CLEANSE*PURIFY*RENEW