What crystals should you not put in water?

Stones that cannot be washed with water: 1. Desert Rose (I just found this out and I’m glad I did because I have one!)
12. Talc (just don’t do it)
14. Malachite (Really soft, massively toxic in water, even touching the 18. Selenite
19. Celestine
20. Amber
21. Imperial Topaz
22. Red Coral
23. Fire Opal
24.. Moonstone
25.. Opal
26. Azurite
27. Kyanite
28. Kunzite
29. Pyrite

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Any crystal that is a 5 or below on the Mohs harness scale should not be put in water . These crystals dissolve or crack if left in water for an extended amount of time. Some harder crystals should also be kept out of water.

All crystals from the Quartz family such as Smokey Quartz, Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Citrine, Amethyst are safe to cleanse in water. Not all crystals are safe to be washed in water and knowing which ones are not water-friendly and may cause crystals to lose shine, density, or even completely dissolve with prolonged contact in water.

We can dig in. the truth is, even glass undergoes low silicosis. So, it is best not to place any crystal in water. You can instead clean it with a soft cloth or brush. ** Ask our Crystal Expert any question you have in our Facebook Healing Crystals Group – Click Here to Join Now!

Can crystals be placed in water?

If you’re not sure whether your particular crystal can be placed in water, check it’s hardness level on the Moh Scale. If it is 3 or below on the Mo. H Scale, such as Selenite or Gypsum; If it is porous, such as Talc or Turquoise.

Which stones should not be placed in water?

Stones in their raw state, opaque and rough stones should not have contact with water. Pyrite or hematite are stones of metallic origin and can rust in contact with water. Selenite is a soluble stone, it simply dissolves if it is placed in the water.

Stones that have high iron content such as Pyrite, Hematite, Magnetite, and Goethite, should not be left in water for long periods because the iron has a tendency to rust. If you do want to wash them, remove them from the water quickly and dry them well.

How can I Clean my crystals without damaging them?

Fill a spray bottle with water and, from a distance, spritz the water in the air so that the crystals are misted with very fine droplets of water. This most likely will not damage your crystals by cracking or rusting, if you don’t over-do it.

What minerals should not be cleansed in water?

Iron ores, such as Pyrite, Hematite, Magnetite, and Goethite, should not be cleansed in water for long periods. They will rust when exposed to water for too long and we don’t ever want to see our mineral collection go from bright and shiny to dull and rusty.