The best crystals are ethically sourced that are naturally grown in the earth. Unethically sourced crystals can carry negative energies due to their surrounding environments and can be affected because of how they were handled when mined. Artificial crystals don’t have the same potent energy as naturally grown crystals.
Always double-check with your seller about how the crystals were sourced, and look for common signs of unethically sourced crystals. Some signs of unethically sourced crystals include very low prices, sourcing from countries with inhumane working conditions, and commercial-scale mining operations.
If you’re new to working with crystals, you may wonder which types are best for beginners. I recommend working with crystals that offer various benefits and trying to pick one type within crystal categories. For example, Rose Quartz is great for beginners since it amplifies love, helps with confidence, and can transmute negativity.
Once you’ve brought your crystals home, you’ll want to learn how to care for and work with them properly. If you’re not familiar with how to clean crystals, I suggest starting there since it’s a great place to start on your journey to working with healing crystals.