Hearts in Semi-Precious Crystals
Small, large, or cabochon-shaped—we love them all once we discover them. Precious stones are magical, each with its own energy and vibration. Depending on our own vibration, we are more drawn to certain beautiful stones. They also have powers and help us recover our physical and emotional well-being.
If you are a regular visitor to our site, the9candles, you’ve probably already noticed that we A.DO.RE precious stones. They are everywhere: in our stunning massage candles, our gorgeous ambiance candles, and our adorable drawer and wardrobe perfumes. They also accompany our perfumes, teas, and soaps. Sometimes, we even gift them to our most loyal clients.
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You’ll also find a precious stone in our gift boxes containing organic and vegan beauty products.
Our Hearts in Semi-Precious Crystals and Their Properties
Amethyst
With its violet hue, the Amethyst crystal is associated with our highest Chakras, named the Third Eye and Crown.
This mineral stone is linked to artists for its properties that foster creativity. It also brings wisdom and calm to its bearer, which is why it is widely used in Buddhist meditation.
Amethyst dispels irrational fears and phobias. It supports all battles against physical and psychological dependence. It opens the imagination, encourages dreaming, and offers restful and restorative sleep to dreamers. It develops intuition.
- Chakra: Third Eye and Crown
- Astrological Signs: Sagittarius, Pisces, Virgo
Green Aventurine
Aventurine is a variety of quartz containing fuchsite inclusions (a type of muscovite) for its green variety or hematite or mica for its reddish-brown variety. Do not confuse it with jade, emerald, or agate, which have colored bands.
- Benefits: Aventurine provides inner peace and composure. It helps us take control of our lives and brings cheerfulness, patience, and stability.
- Astrological Signs: Sagittarius, Aquarius, Pisces, Aries, Taurus, Cancer, Libra
- Chakra: Heart
Carnelian
Carnelian (from the Latin cornu, meaning horn) is a variety of red chalcedony. Deposits are mainly found in India, Brazil, and Uruguay. When buying carnelian, be cautious, as most stones sold are actually dyed agates. Carnelian is a solid-colored stone, while dyed agates often have multicolored lines.
- Benefits: Vitality, dynamism, joy; dispels shyness, fear, anger, and sadness; courage, calming.
- Astrological Signs: Aries, Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio
- Chakra: Sacral, Solar Plexus
Lapis Lazuli
With its deep blue color, Lapis Lazuli has been famous since the time of Egyptian pharaohs, where it was used as jewelry and as an aphrodisiac. It also stimulates courage. Considered by Egyptians as a stone for the soul’s journey in the afterlife, it facilitates transcendence—transcending preconceived notions, difficulties, and inner conflicts. It helps identify blockages and fosters the openness of mind needed to create solutions. Its use dates back 7,000 years. Ultramarine pigment is extracted from Lapis Lazuli.
- Benefits: Intuition, joy, harmony, friendship, love, creativity. It purifies and calms.
- Astrological Signs: Sagittarius, Aquarius, Pisces
- Chakra: Throat
Apache Tear Obsidian
An effective pain reliever, this stone balances muscle and intestinal tissues. It can also regenerate the heart, kidneys, and skin, enhancing complexion. It improves hair growth and reduces nervous imbalances (apathy, stress). It also aids in the effective assimilation of vitamins B and E.
- Astrological Signs: Cancer, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius
- Chakras: Root, Third Eye
Onyx
As black as the night, Onyx embodies grounding to the Earth. It ensures absolute self-control and brings objectivity and great wisdom when making important decisions. It facilitates deep introspection, allowing one to confront both strengths and challenges. It protects against external influences and negative energies, while fostering a sense of reality and responsibility.
- Benefits: Balances body and mind, provides strength, and protects against negative energies.
- Astrological Signs: Libra, Sagittarius, Capricorn
- Chakra: Root
Rose Quartz
Rose Quartz symbolizes all aspects of love and compassion. It is also very useful in overcoming heartbreak. It soothes sorrow, disappointments, and emotional wounds. It builds confidence, openness to others, and fosters giving and commitment. It brings serenity and tranquility.
- Chakra: Heart
Sodalite
Sodalite helps sensitive individuals better manage and accept their emotions. Its calming properties reduce anxiety and effectively steer thoughts towards positivity. It boosts self-confidence, promotes clarity and creativity, dissipates intrusive thoughts, and aids in stability.
- Benefits: Self-confidence, stability, courage, harmony.
- Chakra: Third Eye
Sandstone
- Color: Glittery Red or Glittery Blue
- Associated Astrological Signs: Leo, Scorpio
- Chakra: Solar Plexus
- Benefits: Known as the stone of joy and vitality, healers use it to amplify energy both through hands-on and distant healing. It brings dynamism, reduces migraines, strengthens bones, and enhances psychic abilities. It is recognized as a protective stone.
- Chakra: Root
Opal
A protective stone, Opal enhances sensations, sharpens perception, and inspires creativity.
- Name Origin: From Sanskrit Upala meaning “precious stone”; Latin Opalus, and Greek Opallios meaning “to see a change in color.”
- Benefits: Encourages creativity and spontaneity; releases blockages; boosts self-esteem; helps reduce digestive issues; regulates bladder and kidney function; restores confidence in shy individuals; promotes restorative sleep.
- Chakras: Root, Heart
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