eptember 3, 2024Share
For centuries, the full moon has been a muse for poets, writers, and artists around the world. Many ancient civilizations even revered the moon as a divine being, seeing it as a symbol of power and transformation in its complete form. They created rituals to tap into those mystical powers, often incorporating crystals and sacred mantras—practices that, in various ways, continue to this day.
So, how do you harness the mythical power of the moon through crystals? What are the best ways to charge crystals under the full moon? And what are the benefits of doing so? Read on to find out!
But hold on, there are a few crystals that cannot be charged in the moonlight. More about that later.
What is Full Moon Crystal Charging?
Charging crystals under a full moon differs from salt, incense, or rice purification. As the moon’s energy peaks, it energizes your crystals, raises their vibrational frequency, and boosts their efficacy. No matter the weather, you can still harness the lunar energy for healing, grounding, and emotional well-being.
Technically, the full moon is fullest for just a moment. You may recharge your crystals and use them for up to three days—before, during, and after the full moon. This allows crystal charging ritual time flexibility.
Full moon crystal charging rituals help you shed old patterns and find equilibrium, whether you’re attempting to let go or start over. Now is the moment to clear your crystals, attune to your intentions, and materialize.
Stay Updated on Full Moon Phases
Each month, the full moon’s light enhances the natural properties of crystals, boosting their effectiveness for healing, protection, and manifestation.
For example, the Wolf Moon in January is ideal for setting new intentions, while the Flower Moon in May amplifies growth and healing energies. The Harvest Moon in September supports abundance and gratitude, making it a powerful time to charge crystals related to manifestation.
By aligning your crystal charging rituals with the specific full moon phases, you can tailor the energy you infuse into your crystals to match your goals and intentions.
There are typically 12 full moons a year, one each month. So if you missed one, here’s a the 2025 Full Moon Phases Calendar, to help you charge your crystals during the next full moon.
Begin With Cleansing Your Crystals
Crystals are “energy sponges” that absorb energy and vibrations. Thus, washing crystals before full moon rituals removes leftover energy and filth and dust, preparing them for revitalizing.
The process is simple: gently clean your crystals under running water for a minute (approximately 1 minute per crystal). This works with clear water or moon water. Water will help neutralize any negative energy present within them. Natural running water, like a stream, is ideal for this. However, you can also rinse the stones under a faucet.
Note that only hard crystals like quartz can be cleaned with water. Soft crystals like selenite, kyanite, halite, malachite, fluorite, apatite, and calcite cannot withstand water.
If you’re not sure if your crystals need water, don’t. Smudging crystals with sage or incense helps too. Rest assured, crystals will still absorb moon energy.
7 Full Moon Crystal Charging Techniques
1- Direct Moonlight
Collecting all the stones and laying them out directly under the moonlight is the best way of charging crystals in the full moon. Make sure the crystals are not stacked on top of each other, as each one needs to be fully submerged in the moon’s energy. You don’t necessarily have to place them outside, either. Simply putting them on a windowsill or a surface that can catch the moon’s glow is enough.
Steps to Charge Crystals in Direct Moonlight
- Place them as is, or use a dish or cloth—just make sure the surface is cleansed beforehand. Many people like using “charging dishes” or dishes made of crystals like selenite to maximize the full moon crystal charging benefits.
- Once your crystals are in place, focus on your intentions or read your affirmations aloud, directing your energy toward the crystals. The more energy and faith you put into this process, the more effectively your crystals will absorb the moon’s energy.
- You can also write down your affirmations and manifestations, then place the written intentions below your crystals while visualizing them.
- Leave the crystals under the full moon overnight and fetch them in the morning. You’ll find them refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to support you.
2- Water Charging The Crystals
Energetically, water has a natural cleansing power. Combining this with the full moon’s energy creates one of the most potent crystal charging methods.
Steps to Charge Crystals in Water: