The most valuable resource we have is water, which is the core of life. It nourishes, and purifies us. Water revitalises the healing power of crystals in the same way that it revitalises life.

Ideally, you will want to use a natural form of water to cleanse your crystals such as a stream, river, or spring. This water is free of chemicals and has natural origins – just like your crystals. Flowing waters from rivers, streams, waterfalls or the ocean are perfectly suited to the task of cleansing crystals. Collected rainwater can be used.

If access to a natural form of water is not possible then simply run your crystal under running water for several minutes. If you can use purified water that works better.

Not all crystals can get wet as this can damage them.

Salt has been used throughout history to absorb unwanted energy and banish negativity.

If you’re lucky enough to live near the ocean, you can collect a bowl of fresh salt water. Otherwise, mix a tablespoon of sea, rock, or table salt into a bowl of water.

You can submerge your crystals in salt water for up to 12 - 24 hours.

Not suitable for softer crystals or those with metail content.

This method can also be used to draw out negativity in a safe and contained setting. It’s especially beneficial for protective stones, such as black tourmaline.

To do this, fill a bowl with dry brown rice and bury your stone beneath the grains. Dispose of the rice immediately after the cleansing, as the rice is said to have absorbed the energy you’re trying to eradicate. Allow up to 24 hours for the rice to work.

This method can work for cleansing any crystal.

Although ritual cleansing is often centered around certain points in the solar or lunar cycle, you can set your stone out at any time to cleanse and recharge.

Set your stone out before nightfall and plan to bring it in before 11 a.m. This will allow your stone to bathe in the light of both the moon and sun.

Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may weather the stone’s surface, so make sure you return for it in the morning.

If you’re able to, place your stone directly on the earth. This will allow for further cleansing. Wherever they are, ensure they won’t be disturbed by wildlife or passersby.

Afterward, give the stone a quick rinse to remove any dirt and debris. Pat dry.

Works for any crystal although some, such as Amethyst will fade with too much sunlight. Some softer stones need to avoid getting wet.

Sage is a sacred plant with a multitude of healing properties. Smudging your crystals is said to clear inharmonious vibrations and restore its natural energy.

You’ll need a firesafe bowl, a lighter or matches and loose or bundled sage

When you’re ready, ignite the tip of the sage with the flame. Transfer the sage to your nondominant hand and firmly grasp your stone and move it through the smoke.

Allow the smoke to envelop the stone for about 30 seconds.

Can be done with any crystals. Only to be undertaken by a responsible adult and reccommended to be done outside. .

Sound healing allows a single pitch or tone to wash over an area, bringing it into the same vibration as the tone.

This can be accomplished using chanting, singing bowls, a tuning fork, or even a nice bell. It doesn’t matter what key the sound is, so long as the sound emitted is loud enough for the vibration to fully encompass the stone.

This method is ideal for collectors who have a large volume of crystals not easily inventoried or moved.

Works with any crystals and allow 5 minutes or so for each crystal.

Large quartz clusters, amethyst geodes, and selenite plates can be great tools for clearing smaller stones.

Place your stone directly inside or on top of any of these stones. It’s thought that the larger stone’s vibrations remove the inharmonious energies found in the resting stone. A charging plate is a great way to store your crystals as they can sit on it while not being used.

Carnelian, clear quartz, and hematite are also said to have an overall clearing effect.

Because these stones are typically smaller, you may need to have more than one on hand to successfully clear other stones.

Place the clearing stones into a small bowl, and set the stone you want restore on top.

Breathwork can also be an effective cleansing method.

To get started, hold the stone in your dominant hand. Focus on your intention for a moment and deeply inhale through your nostrils.

Bring the stone closer to your face and exhale short, forceful breaths through the nose and onto the stone to bring the stone to its highest vibration.

Allow up to 30 seconds per crystal.

The more in tune you are with your sense of self, the easier it may be to redirect your energy to the stone you want to restore.

Take a few minutes to ground and center your energy, then pick up your stone and visualize your hands filling with white, radiant light.

See this light surround the stone and feel it growing brighter in your hands. Envision the impurities flushing out of the stone, allowing the stone to shine brighter with renewed purpose.

Continue this visualization until you feel a shift in the stone’s energy.