Over the years of working with crystals almost on a weekly basis, one question keeps coming up: How do I cleanse my crystals? This is often followed by: How often should I cleanse them? What happens if I don’t? And many other related questions.

The truth is, it’s entirely up to you how often you cleanse your crystals and what method you use. If you haven’t cleansed them for a while, don’t worry! Crystals fit into our lives, not the other way around, and everyone has their own interpretation of how to work with them. The key is finding what resonates with you.

Why Cleanse Crystals?

People cleanse their crystals for a few reasons, mainly because they believe crystals absorb energy from their surroundings. Cleansing is thought to reset a crystal’s energy, clearing away any negativity or stagnant energy it might have picked up.

Some common reasons for cleansing crystals include:

🔮 To remove negative energy – Crystals are believed to absorb emotional or energetic imprints, so cleansing helps clear them.
🔮 To recharge their energy – Many believe regular cleansing helps a crystal maintain its vibrational strength.
🔮 Before using a new crystal – Cleansing newly bought crystals removes any lingering energy from previous handlers.
🔮 After intense use – If a crystal has been used for healing, meditation, or protection, cleansing helps refresh its energy.

What If I Forget to Cleanse My Crystals?

No worries! If you forget or don’t have time to cleanse your crystals, it’s not the end of the world. Many believe crystals are self-regulating to some degree and will still work. However, if you’d like to cleanse them, here are some quick and easy ways to do so.

Simple Ways to Cleanse and Recharge Crystals:

✨ Intention Setting & Visualization – Hold the crystal and mentally set the intention for it to be cleared of unwanted energy.
✨ Moonlight – Leaving crystals out under the full moon is a passive and effortless cleansing method. Even leaving them indoors by a window with the curtains open works! The energy is still strong for two days before and after the full moon.
✨ Sunlight – A few hours in the sun can help recharge them, but be mindful that some crystals fade in direct sunlight.
✨ Rain – Letting crystals sit in the rain can be a refreshing cleanse, though not all crystals are water-safe. Also, be mindful of heavy rain to prevent losing them!
✨ The Ocean – Cleansing crystals in the ocean can be symbolic and energizing, but be cautious with softer minerals like Aragonite or Calcite, as saltwater can erode them.
✨ Selenite – Placing crystals on a selenite slab or near a selenite wand is an effortless way to cleanse them. This is especially useful if you have many crystals to cleanse at once.
✨ Citrine & Kyanite – These two minerals don’t hold onto negative energy and can help cleanse other crystals simply by being placed nearby.
✨ Sound Cleansing – Singing bowls, bells, drums, or even clapping around the crystals can clear energy. If you don’t have instruments, playing a meditation track can work just as well!
✨ Breathwork – A few deep, focused breaths can work as a quick energy cleanse.
✨ Smudging – Passing crystals through the smoke of burning sage, palo santo, or other cleansing herbs is a quick and effective method. This also helps cleanse your space at the same time!
✨ Placing Crystals on the Earth – Some people bury their crystals in the soil to reconnect them with natural energy. If you’re worried about losing them, simply place them on the ground instead.
✨ Reiki & Energy Healing – Reiki, sound healing, and other metaphysical practices can channel pure, high-vibrational energy to cleanse and recharge crystals. Holding a crystal while focusing on healing energy or using Reiki symbols can be very effective.

How Often Should You Cleanse Your Crystals?

The answer depends on how often you use them and what feels right for you. Some people cleanse them weekly, while others do so only when their crystals feel “off” or heavy. The key is to trust your intuition and do what fits into your life.

Crystals are meant to support you, not add stress—so have fun, experiment, and find what works best for you! ✨