🌙 Crystal Care Quick Reference Chart
Save this page. Screenshot it. Tattoo it on your water bottle. (Kidding. Mostly.) Here’s the fast, no-drama guide to which crystals are low-maintenance, which ones soak up energy, and how to cleanse + charge like a functional adult with sparkle standards.
✨ Self-Clearing & Low-Maintenance Crystals
| Crystal | Energy Style | Cleansing | Best Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selenite | Constantly clearing | Rarely | Cleansing spaces, other crystals, calm |
| Citrine | Uplifting, energizing | Rarely | Abundance, motivation, joy |
| Kyanite | Aligning, balancing | Never | Energy alignment, clarity |
| Carnelian | Motivating, grounding | Rarely | Confidence, creativity, momentum |
| Clear Quartz | Amplifying, clarifying | Occasionally | Intentions, energy boost, cleansing support |
| Fluorite | Organizing, calming | Occasionally | Focus, mental clarity |
| Jade | Stable, balanced | Occasionally | Harmony, soothing support |
| Agate / Jasper | Grounding, steady | Occasionally | Stability, everyday grounding |
| Hematite | Anchoring | Occasionally | Grounding, focus |
Quick note: Even “low-maintenance” crystals appreciate a reset after stressful days. Same, honestly.
💎 Absorbs Energy (Cleanse These More Often)
| Crystal | What it tends to hold | Cleansing frequency | Best Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Quartz | Heart + emotional residue | Weekly / as needed | Self-love, compassion |
| Amethyst | Mental + spiritual residue | Weekly | Calm, intuition, sleep vibes |
| Black Tourmaline | Protective / heavy energy | After stress | Protection, boundaries |
| Smoky Quartz | Dense emotions | After emotional work | Grounding, letting go |
| Obsidian | Deep layers | After intense use | Protection, truth, clarity |
| Lepidolite | Anxiety + overwhelm | Weekly | Calm, emotional support |
🌬️ Cleansing & Charging Methods
| Method | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sound | All crystals | Safe, fast, effective (great for jewelry) |
| Selenite | Daily maintenance | Cleanse + charge combo |
| Moonlight | Emotional work | Gentle and universal |
| Sunlight | Energy + motivation | Short exposure; some stones may fade |
| Earth | Heavy reset | 24–72 hours for “whew” energy |
Water caution: Avoid soaking soft/porous stones (ex: selenite, malachite, pyrite, some calcites).
🌈 “What Should I Use?” Quick Picks
Calm / Stress
Amethyst, Lepidolite, Fluorite
Amethyst, Lepidolite, Fluorite
Protection
Black Tourmaline, Hematite, Obsidian
Black Tourmaline, Hematite, Obsidian
Motivation
Citrine, Carnelian, Tiger’s Eye
Citrine, Carnelian, Tiger’s Eye
Love
Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Moonstone
Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Moonstone
Focus
Fluorite, Clear Quartz, Hematite
Fluorite, Clear Quartz, Hematite
Grounding
Jasper, Agate, Smoky Quartz
Jasper, Agate, Smoky Quartz
Cosmic Moon reminder: If it feels good, it’s working. If it feels heavy, cleanse it. If you forget, it’s fine. Crystals are resilient and so are you.