Cleanse your hematite under a full moon for a stronger, longer lasting cleanse. Make sure you rest it in a location where it won’t roll away or get knocked to the ground.
Hematite is opaque and is less sensitive to direct sunlight than translucent crystals, which can fade after too much exposure. [3] X Research source For an extra strong cleanse, leave your hematite out during dawn or dusk so it can absorb light from the sun and moon all at once.
Other cleansing crystals include quartz clusters, black tourmaline, and amethyst geodes. Selenite will also charge crystals you place on top of it, especially if the selenite has been in sunlight recently. [5] X Research source Selenite and other cleansing crystals are a great way to cleanse hematite jewelry, like rings or bracelets. [6] X Research source
Rub the stone with a soft polishing cloth afterward to remove any rice dust on the surface. Throw away the rice after the cleansing. It’s full of negative energy, so you definitely don’t want to cook or eat it.
Make sure to use dry salt and not saltwater (a popular way to cleanse many other types of water-safe crystals). Try adding herbs like rosemary, sage, or sandalwood to the salt for additional cleansing power. [10] X Research source
Choose a spot that’s free of mud or puddles since hematite should not be wet for long. Wipe your hematite clean afterward with a soft cloth and a small amount of warm water if necessary. Hematite has an especially strong connection to the earth compared to many other stones and crystals.
Sound waves are great for cleansing heavy stones that are hard to move or large collections of crystals all at one time. The exact pitch you generate doesn’t matter as long as you have a clear intention to cleanse the hematite before you begin.
In place of sage, use Palo Santo or any herb that you have a connection to. Sage is antimicrobial, so it will also cleanse the air in the room or space around the stone. If you’re smudging inside, open some windows or doors to ventilate the space. Smudge outside if possible.
If possible, use incense made from herbs that are native to your homeland or that you have a strong connection with. Try scents that are connected to the issues you want to solve with your hematite. For example, burning cedar or sandalwood is helpful for physical illness or financial stress.
Blow on the hematite for several minutes, or until you sense that it’s refreshed.
Once you’re used to visualization, it only takes about a minute to cleanse a crystal. Do breathing exercises or meditate on your intent to refresh the hematite before your visualization session to help you focus.
