To start with why is it a good idea to cleanse crystals? Well, we want their energies to stay as pure and fresh as possible so they can shine to their true potential and help us achieve the same resonance.
Crystals are very prone to holding on to energies and vibrations and they have a memory; it's what they do, some more than others. This means that if we reach for a crystal to assist in our healing journey and it is still holding stagnant energy from previous exchanges, then we may absorb those not-so-healing frequencies. It's a bit like energy in general - once you become sensitive to it you will notice that people and spaces both need cleansing regularly. So what are the best ways to cleanse crystals?
My favourite is simply holding them under running water for a few seconds, brushing a selenite (self-cleansing) stick around them and smearing a little Frankincense oil over them. Then intention can be used to ask that they are cleansed, charged and ready to use and all previous programming removed (say this out loud or to yourself).
Other methods include:
CHARGING: Leaving crystals out in the full moon (outside or on a window ledge) Using sound bowls/bells with the crystals inside them or near them Leaving them on a selenite plate
CLEANSING: Soaking in salt water (check to make sure they are not water soluble first) Reiki healing whilst holding them Burying them underground for 24 hours (not always practical) Smudging with a sage stick Covering in brown rice for 24 hours Healing with breath
Whichever method you use, you will get used to when your crystals feel like they need a good cleanse. They also get dusty if left out on display so cleansing them will help them to look shiny and vibrant again.
