For thousands of years, people have been drawn to crystals and gems for their metaphysical qualities. They have been used in holistic healing, with people claiming they can do everything from boosting energy to calming frayed nerves and balancing the body and mind. It is said that the effect of gemstones can be felt with the tiniest piece of crystal because they store great amounts of energy. Why? because they’re all about vibrations. Our bodies are made up of 60 percent water, and liquids aren’t very stable and produce less steady vibrations, whereas gemstones are solid and create steady vibrations. This means the effect they can have on our bodies is profound.
Gemstones and crystals conduct and store energy. They’re part of almost all the electronic devices we use in our daily lives. Our emotions and thoughts affect our energy levels and vibrations very much. So when we put a crystal near, on, or around a human body, its vibrations will inevitably change to match the vibrations of the stable gemstone – that stability of a solid vibration is very soothing and calming to our tidal waves of constantly changing moods.
Each crystal is said to have a unique healing or protective purpose. Their beauty benefits are nothing new. And because of their intense vibrations, they’re able to deeply penetrate the skin to work at a cellular level. Everyone from Kate Hudson and Katy Perry to the Kardashian-Jenners and Victoria Beckham have revealed that they use crystals and gemstones for their health and beauty boosts. In fact, it’s believed that even Cleopatra bathed in water infused with rose quartz because of its strong healing and anti-aging benefits.
So if you’re stumped on which super stone to turn to for your beauty needs, we have created this gemstone guide to help you on your way. As the saying goes, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend” – but now emeralds, quartz, and sapphires will be your new beauty bffs too.
Diamonds
“Diamond is the stone of innocence, clarity, and focus. If you’ve ever tried gazing into a diamond, you’ll discover that it’s amazing for clearing and refreshing your mind,” reveal the Sheikhas. Diamonds are an amazing natural exfoliator, and they also help to remove toxins and purify the skin whilst evening out skin tone and promoting the regeneration of cells to help with anti-aging.
Jade
Jade has been used in Chinese beauty routines for centuries and is praised for its healing properties, which is why jade rollers have become a big thing in the beauty world. The likes of Behati Prinsloo and Miranda Kerr swear by them. It’s as simple as rolling the cooling, soothing jade stone over your skin to help eliminate toxins and excess fluid as it’s great for de-puffing. Believed to help tone skin, boost circulation, and improve elasticity, this is one glow-inducing gem.
Rose Quartz
Rose quartz is for love and nurturing, and pink is the color of softness and comfort. Known to soothe skin and help calm redness, it also helps minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, slowing down the aging process of the skin.
Citrine
When it comes to boosting your mood, citrine is where it’s at. Citrine is a yellow gemstone known for increasing happiness. You know that happy feeling when you see the sun shining and you know your day is going to be absolutely magnificent? Those are the feelings that citrine helps give you. It helps to promote radiance and evens out skin tone whilst purifying.
Emeralds
Emeralds are seen as a symbol of peace, helping to calm emotions and promote positivity whilst removing negative energies. They’re also amazing for detoxification, helping the body clear itself of toxins to promote inner health and wellness.