Good Beginner Crystals and How to Build Your Own Crystal Starter Kit

If you are a novice in the fascinating world of crystals, you might want to know what are the best crystals that can get you going on your new journey.

To help you with that I've gathered everything you need to know, including how to choose your first crystals, where to place crystals in your home or workspace and how to incorporate crystals into your daily routine.

Beginners' Guide for Choosing Your First Crystals

Finding the first crystals for you can be challenging as crystals come in a thousand shapes, styles and colors.

Besides the aesthetic, these colorful stones also come with unique properties and can be integrated into your daily routine to facilitate the resonance with universal energies.

With so many crystals available on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose your first ones. So, how to find out the best starter crystals for you?

You can always start with the classic clear quartz - rose quartz - amethyst combo; these are ideal crystals for beginners and are highly valued in many cultures all over the world. These crystals are easy to find, there are not too pricy and it's easy to work with them. Purchasing these crystal classics can be great for getting your crystal collection up and running.

Alternatively, you can choose a crystal based on what you want to manifest in your life. It's not unusual anymore to see people looking for crystals for love, prosperity, or protection in a crystal store.

Choose the intuitive route if you love spontaneity and are not afraid to explore the unknown. Visit a local crystal shop and immerse yourself in the abundance of crystal shapes, colors, sizes, and vibrations. See what crystals attract you, hold them in your hands and focus your attention to feel their vibration.

Sometimes, hearing a crystal's name and learning about its properties can spark your curiosity and make you head to the nearest crystal shop to buy it.

Where to Place Your Crystals?

These days it's not unusual anymore to have a few pieces of raw shungite or a chunk of black tourmaline on your work desk to ward off harmful electromagnetic radiation.

When you want to decorate your home with crystals, just be creative. There's no place in your home where you can't have crystals.

If it's the first time when using crystals as home decor elements, here are some ideas for inspiration:

Place raw or tumbled crystals on windowsills.
Display crystal towers, spheres, cubes or pyramids on bookshelves.
Large crystal clusters or geodes displayed on the coffee table can be unique statement pieces of your living room.
My favorite decor piece is a selenite bowl filled with colorful tumbled crystals. It looks perfect on any kitchen table and brings the nurturing energies of the earth.

You can also select crystals that match the style of your home. Whether you prefer: minimalist, rustic, industrial, or shabby chic decor, there are dozens of crystals for each style.

How to Integrate Crystals Into Your Daily Routine?

Now that you have your first crystals, the next step is knowing how to use them. There are countless ways to use crystals and enjoy their benefits; here are some of them:

Hold palm stones in your hand during meditation.
Place tumbled crystals on your body on the chakra areas for chakra balancing purposes.
Carry your smaller crystals in your pocket or purse throughout your day.
Use crystal face rollers or Gua Sha tools for your skincare routine.
And the most fashionable way to harness their energy: wear gemstone jewelry.

How to Take Care of Your Crystals?

Whether you just purchased a new crystal or already have some, it's always good to keep them cleansed, charged and activated. Taking good care of your crystals is essential if you want to keep their vibration at the highest level.

Before choosing the cleansing method, learn about the crystal's properties as soft minerals such as selenite can be damaged in water, while prolonged exposure to intense sunlight will damage others like amethyst.

There are many ways to cleanse your crystals; here's a list of the easiest and safest methods:

Holding your crystal under cold running water for a few minutes.
Use it smudging with sage, palo santo or other sacred herbs.
Burry your crystal in sea salt or in the ground for at least 24 hours.
Soak them a nice bath in a bowl of sea salt water.
Place your crystals under the sunlight or moonlight.

The safest and easiest way to cleanse and recharge a crystal is to place it on a selenite slice, plate or tray overnight.

Selenite is a soft, translucent mineral known for its self-cleaning properties. Among the benefits of selenite, the most important aspect is that you have the possibility to cleanse the other crystals from your collection. Therefore, it's a must-have stone for any crystal lover.

Selenite is one of the most beautiful minerals and if you like its pearl-like appearance, choose selenite as your crystal starter. Due to its wide form variations - spheres, bowls, towers, palm stones, jewelry - you will surely find the right selenite product for yourself.

What are the Best Crystal Gifts for Beginners?

Gemstone jewelry, crystal hearts, tumbled stone sets, birth sign crystal pouches, worry stones, grumpy stones, pocket stones are all great pieces to start with.

For all those beginning their journey in the world of crystals, here are some of my recommended starters:

I believe Amethyst is one of the best stones for beginners. Due to its vibrant purple color, it's one of the most sought-after crystals for jewelry and home decor. According to crystal therapists, it is one of the best crystals for stress relief.
"The Stone of Unconditional Love" is another excellent option for beginners. Rose Quartz it's associated with love and romance in many cultures. Keep this lovely pink crystal nearby whenever you wish to attract more love, kindness, and tenderness into your life.
Known as the "Master healer" clear quartz is another must-have crystal for beginners. It's widely used in energy healing, aura, or chakra cleansing sessions and it's also an essential piece of crystal grids, as it can enhance the other crystals' energies. Not to mention that clear quartz jewelry can complement any of your outfits.

Once you purchase your first crystals and learn about their properties, you'll find that it's simple to integrate them into your daily routine. No matter what you wish to manifest in your life or what energy you want to resonate with, there's a crystal out there to support your intention.