Healing crystals form over the course of millions of years. In fact, they’re the result of intricate combinations of heat, pressure, geological composition and cooling speed exerted on minerals deep inside the Earth’s crust. You can find out more detailed technical information on the International Gem Society website at https://www.gemsociety.org/article/gem-formation.

Firstly, all matter, including the human body and crystals, is composed of atoms which vibrate at various frequencies. Secondly, healing crystals tend to vibrate at frequencies that are higher than the human body’s, thus creating a vortex of energy which stimulates, heals and rejuvenates our energy levels. Indeed, this is why crystals connect in this way to the human body through energy centres called Chakras.

To begin with, Chakras were first discovered in India between 1500BC and 500BC. They are wheel-like energy centres aligned along the spine. In fact, we have seven main chakras, each with a specific colour and each connected to a specific life area. Also, a crystal will benefit a particular energy centre depending on its colour.

Actually, choosing a crystal should be an intuitive and almost deliberate decision. In fact, you should let the crystal choose you. This is why, as you start building your collection, you will find yourself more and more attuned to your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs.

There are many ways you can choose to work with your crystals. Firstly, you should always cleanse your newly acquired crystal in order to imbue it with your energy. White Sage is ideal. You can also charge them up with natural sunlight and moonlight. A most instinctive way to connect with your crystal is to hold it in your hand whilst you visualise the outcome you wish for, or even place it on the chakra you wish to heal and rebalance.

Wearing your crystal is a great way to stay connected with its energy throughout the day. You may find that crystal rings are best suited to you, or perhaps earrings, bracelets, necklaces or pendants. Pendants can be adjusted so that they hang in direct contact with your preferred chakra, be it throat, heart, solar plexus or even sacral.

Below is a useful list of our most popular crystals and the main energies they help manifest. Click on each one to view what is currently available in the Wilde Ones boutique.