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Everything you need to know — from choosing your first crystal to caring for your collection.
Section 1
Crystals are minerals formed naturally in the earth over millions of years. Each type has a unique chemical structure that gives it its shape, colour, and energy. Many people use crystals for their believed energetic or healing properties — from reducing anxiety and improving focus, to attracting love or abundance.
You don't need to be spiritual to enjoy crystals. Many collectors simply appreciate their natural beauty. Others use them as mindfulness anchors — a physical reminder to pause and reflect. There is no right or wrong way to connect with a crystal.
Section 2
At Affinity Crystals, every piece is hand-selected across six categories:
Shaped into spheres, animals, towers, and more. Carved crystals concentrate energy in a specific form. Great for display and intention-setting.
Tumbled or shaped into smooth pieces — palm stones, hearts, eggs. Easy to carry daily. Softer energy, good for beginners.
Bracelets, pendants, and jewellery made with genuine crystal beads. Wear your crystal's energy throughout the day.
Unpolished clusters and points in their natural state. Powerful energy, striking display pieces. Ideal for the home or office.
Crystal-infused tools for cleansing your space — sage, palo santo, singing bowls, and curated sets.
Bulk crystals for retailers, practitioners, and event organisers. Enquire for pricing and minimum quantities.
Section 3
There are two approaches — and both work:
Decide what you want to work on — love, protection, abundance, clarity, sleep — and look up which crystals are associated with that intention. Use the table in Section 4 as a starting point.
Simply browse and notice which piece you keep returning to. A crystal that draws your eye or feels warm in your hand is often the right one for you at this time — even if you can't explain why.
Not sure? Come into the shop or send us a WhatsApp. Jess offers personal crystal recommendations based on your needs, star sign, or what's happening in your life. This is one of our most popular services — and it's free.
Section 4
A quick reference for the crystals we're most often asked about:
| Crystal | Common Uses | Best Form |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Quartz | Love, self-care, emotional healing, attracting relationships | Sphere, palm stone, bracelet |
| Amethyst | Calm, sleep, clarity, spiritual connection, protection | Cluster, tumbled, bracelet |
| Black Obsidian | Protection, grounding, removing negativity, shadow work | Tower, bracelet, raw |
| Citrine | Abundance, confidence, positivity, creativity, success | Point, cluster, tumbled |
| Labradorite | Intuition, transformation, protection during change | Palm stone, sphere, pendant |
| Clear Quartz | Amplifying intentions, clarity, energy cleansing, all-purpose | Point, sphere, cluster |
| Black Tourmaline | Protection from EMF and negative energy, grounding | Raw, tumbled, near electronics |
| Green Aventurine | Luck, opportunity, heart healing, new beginnings | Tumbled, bracelet, sphere |
| Pixiu (with Obsidian) | Attracting wealth, good fortune — popular in Chinese tradition | Bracelet with Pixiu charm |
| Selenite | Energy cleansing, moon energy, clearing other crystals | Wand, plate, raw slab |
Section 5
Crystals absorb energy from their environment. Cleansing removes built-up energy so your crystal can work at its best. Do this when you first bring a crystal home, and regularly after that.
Place crystals on a windowsill or outdoors overnight under the full moon. Safe for almost all crystals. Best done monthly on the full moon.
Pass your crystal through the smoke for 30–60 seconds with the intention of clearing. Effective and quick. We stock both in our Wellness range.
Place the crystal inside or near the bowl and play for 1–2 minutes. Sound vibration clears stagnant energy. Gentle on delicate pieces.
Rest your crystals on a selenite slab overnight. Selenite is self-cleansing and will clear surrounding pieces — no effort required.
Hold under cool running water for 30 seconds. Natural streams are best, tap water works too. Not safe for soft crystals — avoid Selenite, Malachite, Pyrite, and Kyanite.
A few hours in morning sunlight charges many crystals. Note: Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Citrine, and Fluorite will fade in direct sun — use moonlight instead.
Section 6
Remove crystal bracelets before swimming, showering, or applying perfume, sunscreen, or cleaning products. Many crystals are porous and will absorb chemicals or lose their polish.
Keep crystals in a soft pouch or separate compartments. Harder crystals (like Quartz, 7 on Mohs scale) can scratch softer ones (like Calcite, 3). Avoid storing in direct sunlight long-term.
Hold your crystal, take a breath, and set a clear intention for what you'd like it to support. This is especially powerful right after cleansing. Repeat whenever you feel you need a reset.
If you use a crystal daily (especially for emotional or protective work), cleanse it at least once a month. Display pieces in calm spaces need less frequent cleansing.
Ready to begin?
Browse our handpicked collection — or come in and let us help you choose.