Crystal Care 101: Do You Really Need to Cleanse Your Crystals?

Crystal Care 101: Do You Really Need to Cleanse Your Crystals?

Grisela Ceolin

Every time I hear someone say, "Don’t forget to cleanse your crystals!" or, "OMG, you touched my crystal, now I have to cleanse it," I can’t help but cringe a little.

Let’s take a deep breath, shall we? Here’s the deal...

You’ve got your shiny new crystals, and suddenly everyone in the crystal world is shouting about cleansing, clearing, and recharging them. While there’s some truth to it, let’s not panic. Your crystals aren’t going to lose all their magical vibes just because you skipped a cleansing sesh.

Here’s the thing:

We’re all made of energy—buzzing, vibrating energy! Sometimes we’re radiating love and happiness, and other times, well... not so much. Crystals are no different. They’re made of atoms arranged in precise, symmetrical patterns, which is what gives them their unique vibes.

But let’s be real—crystals go on quite a journey before landing in your hands. They’re mined, shipped, and touched by lots of people, which means they’re soaking up all kinds of energy along the way. Some of that energy might not vibe with you.

So yes, cleansing your crystals is a good idea! While they don’t technically need it to work their magic, they can pick up negative or stuck energy. Cleansing helps reset their vibes so they can keep doing what they do best: supporting your intentions.

There are plenty of ways to cleanse your crystals. Personally, I love using selenite, white sage or a Palo Santo stick. I also like to say a little mantra while I do it, like: “I cleanse and clear this stone of any and all low vibrations.”

Easy, right? So, don’t stress, but a little crystal TLC goes a long way!