Gemstones are not just visually pleasing adornments; they are energetic entities that influence and are influenced by those around them. Whether you believe in their spiritual powers or acquire them for their captivating beauty, cleansing and charging them is essential to maintain their pure energy and lasting radiance.
In this blog, we take you on an elegant and in-depth journey into gemstone cleansing and charging rituals.
First: Methods for cleaning gemstones
Cleaning a stone doesn't just mean removing dust, but also purifying it of any negative energies it may have absorbed. Here are the safest and most elegant methods:
1. Running water
- Run the stone under cold running water for a few minutes.
- While cleansing, imagine the negative energy being washed away and replaced with purity.
- Suitable for most stones except porous ones such as turquoise and agate.
2. Sea salt
- Place the stone in a glass bowl containing dry sea salt (without water).
- Leave it overnight and then wipe it with a soft cloth.
- Warning: Do not use with fragile or superficially polished stones.
3. Incense or holy smoke
- Use incense sticks (such as frankincense, sage, or palo santo wood).
- Slowly pass the stone over the smoke with the intention of cleansing.
- Safe method for all types of stones.
4. Tibetan Sound or Crystal Chimes
- Sound gently clears stagnant energy.
- Place the stone near a pure sound source for 5 minutes.
Second: Methods of shipping gemstones
After cleansing the stone, it is time to recharge it with new, renewed energy:
1. Full moonlight
- Place the stone in a place exposed to moonlight, such as a windowsill or balcony.
- Leave it on overnight especially during a full moon.
- A delicate and perfect way to wear feminine stones like moonstone and pearl.
2. Sunlight (for only a few hours)
- The sun brings vital and powerful energy.
- Use with caution, as some stones may change color under strong sunlight (such as amethyst and turquoise).
- Set charging time for early morning or before sunset.
3. Intention and contemplation
- Hold the stone in your hands and focus your intention: What do you want from this stone? Comfort? Tranquility? Mental clarity?
- Imagine your energy gently transferring to him.
- Intention is one of the most powerful means of charging, and it suits all stones.
4. Bury the stone in the ground
- Place the stone in a cloth bag and bury it in clean soil for 24 hours.
- The earth restores his balance and gives him raw natural energy.
- Use with heavy stones that are rooted in the body, such as agate and tourmaline.