How to Charge Crystals: 5 Easy Methods for Beginners
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When you bring a new crystal into your life, you’re not just holding a pretty stone — you’re connecting with a powerful energetic ally. But before you begin working with its magic, it’s a good idea to charge it. Charging a crystal helps awaken its energy, set intentions, and strengthen your connection to it.
If you’re new to crystal magic, don’t worry — these 5 beginner-friendly methods are easy, intuitive, and powerful.
1. Moonlight Charging
The moon is a gentle but potent source of energy. Place your crystal on a windowsill or outside under the moonlight — especially during the full moon, when its energy is at its peak. This method is ideal for sensitive or feminine-energy stones like rose quartz, selenite, and amethyst.
Try this with:
Gold-Plated Amethyst Cluster Necklace
Medium-Large Selenite Tower
2. Sunlight Charging
For a fiery boost of motivation and clarity, charge your crystals in the sunlight. A few hours of gentle morning light is plenty. Be cautious though — some crystals (like amethyst and fluorite) can fade in direct sun.
Best for: Carnelian, citrine, pyrite, and clear quartz.
Try it with:
Natural Quartz Cluster Necklace – Clear Quartz Points
3. Burying in Earth
Crystals come from the earth, and sometimes the best way to recharge them is by returning them to it. Bury your crystal in a small dish of soil, sand, or even a houseplant’s pot overnight to ground and rebalance its energy.
This is especially helpful for protection stones or those used during intense emotional work.
Try this with:
Selenite & Tourmaline Protection Wand Necklace
4. Using Selenite or Clear Quartz
Selenite is a self-cleansing crystal that can also charge other stones. Simply place your crystal on or next to a piece of selenite overnight. Clear quartz is another versatile stone that can amplify and cleanse other crystals too.
Try this with:
Medium-Large Selenite Tower
Aura Quartz Point Necklace
5. Intention Charging
Sometimes the simplest method is the most powerful. Hold your crystal in your hands, close your eyes, and focus on the intention you wish to program into it. Visualise light flowing from your heart into the crystal, filling it with purpose.
This method works with any crystal and helps personalise your practice.
Browse magical crystals you can program with intention:
Crystals Collection
Final Thoughts
There’s no one “right” way to charge a crystal — what matters most is that you feel connected and intentional in your process. Whether you’re working with a dainty necklace or a powerful tower, charging helps align your energy with your crystal’s purpose.
Start simple, follow your intuition, and trust the bond you’re building with your stones.