Cleansing removes unwanted energy, while charging refreshes your crystal's natural frequency. Try these easy methods:

Simple Cleansing Methods:

• Running Water: Perfect for durable crystals; hold under cool tap for 1 min. Avoid for selenite, lepidolite, or calcite.
• Moonlight: Leave crystals in full moonlight for at least 4 hours.
• Selenite: Place crystals on a selenite slab overnight for passive cleansing.
• Sound or Smoke: Play singing bowls or pass through incense smoke for energy reset.

Simple Charging Methods:

• Place in moonlight (4+ hours; best during full moon).
• Set an intention while holding your crystal.
• Sunlight for 1-2 hours (avoid for amethyst & color-sensitive stones).

Tip: Cleanse monthly or after heavy use; moonlight is safe for all stones.

Raw Crystals:

• Natural, jagged edges; intense and potent energy.
• Best for displays, grounding, or deep meditation.

Tumbled Crystals:

• Smooth, rounded, and polished; gentle, subtle energy.
• Great for pocket-carry, sleep, jewelry, and beginners.

There's no "better" option—choose based on your needs, sensitivity, and preferences. Many use both!

We offer a deep library of books on crystal healing that you can reference while shopping. We also have partners who we work with to provide classes on meditation, Tai Chi, Crystal Healing and Tarot reading. We can help with crystal selection, goal clarification, and care guidance.

How it works:

• Visit us at Essex Studios in Cincinnati or book a virtual session
• Come with your intentions, budget, and questions
• We match you with the crystals that resonate with you

Request your session at (513) 549-1484 or via our Contact page—choose in-person or virtual.

• Expertise: Huge number of curated specimens, in-depth knowledge, and rare finds.
• Ethics: Fair prices for quality specimens.
• Community: Located inside Essex Studios, fueling Cincinnati's metaphysical community.
• Personalized Help: Test, feel, and select your stones with no sales pressure.
• Accessible: $5–$500+ price range; consultations, buy/trade, and custom recommendations.
• Location: Easy access, parking, and welcoming hours (Mon-Sat 11-6:30, Sun 2-5).

Yes! Bring your crystals to our shop for evaluation—no appointment needed for small collections.

What we look for:

• High-quality, rare, or unusual pieces
• Fossils, meteorites, mineral collections
• Specimens in excellent condition

We offer cash or store credit. Large collections? Call (513) 549-1484 first.

• Tiny: Pea-sized to 2"
• Small-Medium: 2-4"5
• Large: 4-8"
• Extra-Large/Museum: 8" to several feet

We carry tumbled stones, raw clusters, spheres, obelisks, palm stones, geodes, jewelry-quality pieces, and more. Visit in-person for the full experience!

Yes, rare specimens are our specialty! We curate exceptional minerals, fossils, meteorites, and petrified wood from around the world.

• Very rare items like dioptase, very large calcite and jade specimens and more
• Unique geography, beauty, size, or historical significance
• Collector-quality; often appreciate in value
• Displayed and described in-store—ask or call for details

Want to see what’s in stock? Visit or call (513) 549-1484—we love connecting you with true treasures.

• Start small—affordable tumbled stones are powerful!
• Trust your intuition when choosing crystals
• Give it time—work with stones for several weeks
• Cleanse regularly, ideally monthly
• Combine stones intentionally for synergy
• Ask for help—there are no silly questions
• Enjoy the journey—approach crystals however feels right to you

Questions? Visit us at 2511 Essex Pl, Cincinnati (Essex Studios), call (513) 549-1484, or browse our site. We're open Mon-Sat 11AM–6:30PM and Sun 2–5PM.