8 Crystals to Transform Your Energy

Since the days of the Ancient Sumerians in 4,500 B.C., crystals have been recognized for their healing properties. (In fact, the mystical minerals are some of the most popular features of alternative medicine.) When held against your body or placed throughout your space, crystals are thought to align the energetic fields surrounding them. Put more simply? Crystals will raise the vibration and level up your frequency to call in balance and bliss.

Ready to see these stones work their magic? Then add these eight crystals to your collection for better energy.

1. Citrine for confidence.

Known as “Golden Amethyst” for its sunny mix of orange, yellow, and brown, citrine is a rare form of quartz, which is a hard, crystalline mineral composed of silica. It’s often used to uplift low self-esteem, allowing us to see beyond insecurities and feel motivated to pursue our dreams.

2. Smoky Quartz for surrender.

The greatest energy boost? Letting go of what’s no longer serving you. When it comes to releasing old ties and excess baggage, smoky quartz is a trusted source of energetic liberation. So, what makes smoky quartz special? This super-charged stone clears the way for new connections to form.

3. Lapis Lazuli for communication.

Communication is the key to success for most relationships, including the one with yourself. But speaking your truth doesn’t always come easy. Lapis lazuli encourages honesty and harmony. The stone activates the higher mind and throat chakra for effective communication and deeper connections.

4. Amethyst for meditation.

Key Soulcare knows the power of this gemstone, which inspires tranquility and spiritual awareness. (It’s the secret behind Gleam On’s luminosity.) The balancing crystal guides your crown chakra, elevating your sense of universal consciousness to amplify intuition and creativity.

5. Black Obsidian for protection.

The volcano glass behind our favorite face roller and gua sha keeps you and your rituals grounded. Known for its rootedness, black obsidian grounds your energy by filtering it through the earth. The stone of clarity blocks, absorbs, and transforms negativity so you can stay steady to conquer your goals.

What is Obsidian?

While obsidian comes in a host of colors and types — including Golden, Mahogany, and Snowflake obsidian — the black obsidian stone featured in our offerings has a sleek, inky appearance that makes the stone stand out. The igneous rock is actually a natural volcanic glass formed by cooling magma — you know, lava — the molten material that erupts from volcanoes. Despite its fiery origins, obsidian is cool-to-the-touch.

What are the Benefits of Obsidian?

The stone’s cool factor doesn’t end with its touch and feel. Obsidian is a highly-regarded protective stone, known for its ability to block, absorb, and transform negative energy. Obsidian is believed to release emotional, physical, and spiritual blockages, drawing out feelings of stress and tension. Obsidian is also rumored to clear ancient traumas, support detoxification, and encourage personal growth.

How Can I Use Obsidian with Keys Soulcare?

There are two ways you can add an obsidian tool to your nightly skincare ritual, depending on what you like to do to foster relaxation and winding down. There’s the curved Obsidian Facial Roller and the sleek Obsidian Stone Gua Sha Massage Tool. Combining these tools with skin-nourishing offerings will help your ritual feel even more grounding — and luxurious.

To elevate your ritual to spa-like heights, take the Obsidian Facial Roller and start at the neck, rolling up and outward in gentle, smooth strokes. Continue these soothing motions across your chin, cheeks, eye area, and forehead. Take a mindful note of how you feel: are you feeling more relaxed? Are there any areas of tension from the day you were able to let go of during your ritual?

For an enhanced daily moisture ritual, you can pair the facial roller with our nourishing Fragrance Free Skin Transformation Cream, which contains plumping bakuchiol and hydrating ceramides plus another Keys Soulcare favorite, malachite. (Fun fact: did you know that malachite is a stone that symbolizes transformation?)

6. Rose Quartz for vulnerability.

Rose quartz is the love stone. Any crystal enthusiast is bound to have a cut of this blush beauty nearby to tap into unconditional love. While romantics regard this stone as sacred, it’s not just for star-crossed lovers. The stone invites heart-opening energy into you so you can embrace your divine feminine and build trust.

7. Moonstone for hope.

Like its namesake cosmic rock, moonstone offers stability through every phase. Moonstone is set to put you at ease by providing you with favorable outcomes and fertility to call in endless possibilities. Starting something new? This stone will get you through with calmness and compassion.

8. Aventurine for manifestation.

As the verdant champion of good fortune, aventurine brings even the most masterful manifestor a touch of luck. The heart chakra stone attracts abundance and perseverance, even in the face of hardship. Aventurine is the perfect mix of positivity and practicality to call in your dreams and make them a reality.

Which crystals are you adding to your collection? Share your favorites in the comments!