BLOG: Crystals and essential oils
If you use essential oils, crystals can also be a wonderful addition for you. I regularly get the question about how to use crystals and how to combine them with essential oils. In this blog I would like to give you more information and great tips on how to do this.
What are Crystals?
A crystal differs from ordinary stones by, among other things, its coloUr, shine, durability (hardness and resistance) and the rarity that you encounter it in nature.
Crystals are minerals, a single or composite substance that occurs in nature and is formed by geological processes. The most beautiful crystals are formed deep in the earth, where magma solidifies and crystals are formed. Fun fact is that the presence of chemicals and metals in the crystals provide the colour. For example, iron provides the purple color in amethyst. The darker the colour purple, the higher the iron content. Crystals are therefore truly natural products, which can be millions or even billions of years old.
When a crystals consists of one mineral, we call it a crystal. For example, amethyst, rock crystal and rose quartz are crystals. If a gem consists of several minerals, we call it a rock. These have a coarser structure, for example lapis lazuli.
Although not scientifically proven, gemstones are known for their healing properties in terms of health and vitality. For example, the Greeks and Romans used marble and gemstones for making works of art, Indians and shamanic cultures wore crystal jewelry to protect and/or heal themselves, and powder of certain gemstones was also used as medicine, make-up and colour for paint for wall paintings and works of art.
Nowadays, crystals are often used to help you connect with yourself and nature, to relax your body and mind and to heal the heart, among other things.
Personally, I LOVE crystals. It differs per period what kind of crystals I like to have around me or carry with me, how I feel and what I need. Basically the same as you can also use essential oils.
For example, there are gemstones that help ground, allow you to connect with yourself more, crystals that support cleansing, find clarity in your head and body and crystals that represent love and warmth, or can offer comfort.
If you also have gems, you probably chose them for a certain reason or you received them with a certain message.
Crystals by zodiac sign
You can also choose a crystal based on a zodiac sign. Below is an overview of examples of gemstones per zodiac sign. Please note, this is a selection, more gemstones may be suitable for a certain zodiac sign.
- CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) - Rock Crystal, Smoky Quartz and Obsidian
- AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18 ) - Amethyst, Aquamarine and Turquoise
- PISCES (February 19 to March 20) - Amethyst, Aquamarine and Opal (pink)
- ARIES (March 21 to April 19) - Hematite, Carnelian (red) and Garnet
- TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) - Rose Quartz, Smoky Quartz and Moss Agate
- GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) - Tiger Eye, Aquamarine and Citrine
- CANCER (June 21 to July 22) - Moonstone (rainbow), Opal (pink) and Carnelian (red)
- LEO (July 23 to August 22) - Labradorite, Garnet, and Tiger's Eye
- VIRGO (August 23 to September 22 ) - Amethyst, Amazonite and Moss Agate
- LIBRA (23 September to 22 October ) - Jade, Strawberry Quartz and Moonstone (rainbow)
- SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) - Labradorite, Malachite and Obsidian
- SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) - Labradorite, Sodalite and Lapis Lazuli
Crystals per chakra
Chakras, the wheels of energy in your body, are very interesting to me. Choosing a crystal can also be based on the different chakras. Below is an overview of examples of gemstones per chakra. In general, the colours of the crystals correspond to the colour of the chakra. Please note, this is a selection, more gemstones may be suitable for a certain chakra.
- CHAKRA 1 (Root Chakra) - Garnet, Hematite and Red Jasper
- CHAKRA 2 (Sacral Chakra) - Calcite and Carnelian
- CHAKRA 3 (Solar Plexus Chakra) - Citrine and Tiger Eye
- CHAKRA 4 (Heart Chakra) - Green Aventurine, Jade, Rose Quartz
- CHAKRA 5 (Throat chakra) - Aquamarine, Celestine and Sodalite
- CHAKRA 6 (Third eye chakra) - Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli and Sodalite
- CHAKRA 7 (Crown Chakra) - Amethyst, Clear Quartz and Snow Quartz
Cleaning and charging
Cleaning and charging gems can be done in different ways:
- WATER - One of the most common ways to clean your gemstones is with water. This can be done under the tap with running water or in the rain. Hold the gems in your hand or place them in a container/bowl. Let the water run on it for a few minutes and pat dry. Please note that your gemstone can withstand water. For example, you have to dry hematite well when in contact with water in connection with possible rusting, and there are salt crystals that dissolve as soon as they come into contact with water.
- SMOKE - Use the smoke of burning dried herbs or sacred wood, such as a smudge stick of white sage and palo santo. Light the dried herbs and/or wood and blow out to create a smoke. Pass the crystal through the smoke to clean it.
- SUNLIGHT / MOONLIGHT - Place your stones outside in the light of the new moon or full moon for feminine energy or in the sun for masculine energy. Please note that your gemstone can withstand sunlight.
- EARTH - Especially for grounding gemstones it is a nice way to cleanse and recharge them through the earth. Make a hole in the ground and put your gem in it. Leave overnight and remove from the ground the next morning.
Crystal ABC
The crystal ABC consists of crystals that can also be found in the webshop, such as the roller tops and loose chips. As this range will expand, this crystal ABC will also expand with new information.
AMETHYST - Protective and provides peace and harmony
Amethyst represents rest and peace. This stone has a protective and purifying effect and stimulates self-insight and trust in your intuition. Amethyst can help with insomnia and can provide relief from headaches and tired eyes.
✨ Matching essential oils: Clary Sage, Clove, Frankincense, Marjoram and Rosemary.
AVENTURINE (GREEN) - Protective and gives (inner) balance
Aventurine has a calming and protective effect. This stone attracts prosperity and luck and stimulates your decisiveness and creativity. The green Aventurine also focuses specifically on bringing (mental) peace and balance.
✨ Matching essential oils: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Geranium, Neroli and Orange.
CLEAR QUARTZ - Purifying, gives clarity and brings balance
Clear quartz is a very versatile gemstone. This has a detoxifying effect and converts negative energy into positive energy. This brings balance to body and mind. Clear quartz increases your consciousness, allows you to think clearly and brings harmony. In addition, clear quartz strengthens other crystals, including amethyst and rose quartz.
✨ Matching essential oils: All essential oils.
CARNELIAN (ORANGE) - Grounding, uplifting and protective
Carnelian (orange) works grounding and is a stimulating stone that supports doubts. It can give extra (self) confidence in troubled periods and boost your passion and creativity. In addition, carnelian has a protective effect on negative emotions from the outside, such as jealousy and anger.
✨ Matching essential oils: Cedarwood, Clary Sage, Helichrysum, Oregano and Rosemary.
HEMATITE - Strong grounding and harmonizing
Hematite works grounding and protective and gives balance between body and mind. In addition, hematite gives self-respect, strengthens your willpower and self-confidence. It is a useful stone that helps with addictions and compulsions. Furthermore, hematite is strongly linked to the circulatory system and would provide support for, for example, anemia.
✨ Matching essential oils: Cedarwood, Cypress, Fennel, Frankincense, Patchouli, Rosemary and Vetiver.
JASPER (RED) - Grounding, gives courage and absorbs negative energy
Jasper (red) is a protective and grounding stone. It strengthens a good connection with the (Mother) earth and thus gives stability and vitality (decisiveness) in troubled times. Jasper absorbs negative energy from the outside and thus ensures balance in body, soul and spirit. In addition, Jasper stimulates your imagination and creativity and increases your productivity.
✨ Matching essential oils: Clove, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Patchouli and Vetiver.
ONYX (BLACK) - Vitalizing
Onyx (black) is a beautiful vitalizing and energetic stone. For example, onyx can support to convert negative energy and ways of thinking into a more positive mindset. Onyx makes steadfast, decisive and stimulates your perseverance to achieve goals. A beautiful stone for people who are easily distracted.
✨ Matching essential oils: Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Roman Chamomile and Rosemary.
ROSE QUARTZ - (Self) love and acceptance
Rose quartz is the stone of the heart and love. It ensures that you may and can receive love and may and can give love. Rose quartz therefore also stimulates love for yourself, acceptance of yourself. Brings harmony and stimulates a sense of belonging.
✨ Matching essential oils: Bergamot, Jasmine, Lavender, Rose and Ylang Ylang.
TIGER'S EYE - Balance
Tiger's eye is the stone of balance and gives insight into yourself and others. For example, tiger eye helps to take a distance to get an overview and can give courage and confidence in troubled times. It also balances your emotions and can promote peace in case of overstimulation.
✨ Matching essential oils: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Clove, Fennel, Helichrysum and Roman Chamomile.
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Source:
- Essential Emotions (2023), Essential Emotions.
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Disclaimer:
It is very important that you use 100% pure essential oils and that you are well informed about which oils you can take responsibly and which oils you cannot take. The same goes for gems, make sure you have natural gems to work with.
There is a potential interaction between medications and essential oils, including a potentiation of drug side effects. Consult your doctor if you have any questions about incorporating essential oils into your daily routine. Pay particular attention to a (possible) pregnancy and when using blood thinners, which essential oil is safe to use. Special guidelines also apply to children. Consult a qualified physician for this.
This information has been compiled with the utmost care. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure and prevent diseases, or to replace medical advice from professional doctors and medicines. Anyone suffering from any illness or injury should consult a qualified physician.
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