Which Crystals Should Not Get Wet? These Ones!

For the most part, minerals interact fine with water. We even recommend charging minerals with water. This is safe and allows the stones to get rid of negative energy. But other minerals may be significantly harmed by water.

For example, some stones may lose their color from too much or not enough water inside, and some may dissolve when exposed to water for too long.

Scientists also advise against exposing stones with Mohs hardness less than 5 to water.

For example, selenite with a hardness value of 2 will simply dissolve in water. It is important to remember that all stones have a different chemical composition.
For instance, minerals that contain iron (hematite, pyrite) may oxidize and corrode in water.It is worth mentioning, however, that all stones need to be cleaned, so as a rule, they may be rinsed quickly in water and wiped with a damp cloth. Such procedures will not damage the stones.

All of these factors make it clear that you have to be careful with minerals. It is important to always study the information about the mineral so that you don't make irreparable mistakes.

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WHICH STONES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED TO BE SUBMERGED IN WATER?

1. Black tourmaline
Black tourmaline is a mineral with a hardness of 7 to 7.5. At the same time, it is rather prone to the negative effects of water. Thus, a stone that has been put in water, especially in saltwater, could be ruined. It is worth saying that this refers only to long-term exposure to water. Cleaning the stone with water can be done within a few minutes.

2. Hematite
This stone has iron in its composition, which will rust when in contact with water. That is why the mineral must not be left in the water for a long time.

3. Kyanite
Kyanite has a hardness of 4.5 - 5, which is a low value, so contact with water is not recommended.

4. Lapis lazuli
This stone contains calcite and pyrite, so if you put it in water for a long time, there will be less calcite in it.

5. Opal
Opals are very beautiful stones, but unfortunately, they are very dependent on water being in them (up to 20%). Because of their porosity, opals can easily lose the water they contain and therefore lose their stunning color. If the stone is exposed to dryness, it will crack.

6. Tangerine Quartz
This stone has a hardness of 7, but it contains iron, which rusts when in contact with water. It is the iron oxide that gives tangerine quartz its pleasant orange color. When in contact with water, your quartz can begin to fade, take on a different color, and the beautiful orange color can wear off.

7. Turquoise
The stone can easily crack and lose color if left in water.

8. Jade
This stone should not be left in water, especially chlorinated water or water containing chemicals. This is due to the sensitivity of the stone.

9. Amazonite
This stone can accumulate water in itself, which further damages it. Large amounts of water should be avoided to clean amazonite.

10. Fluorite
Fluorite dissolves in water, especially in saltwater.

11. Labradorite
It is not advisable to expose a labradorite stone to water for a long time, as the mineral will lose its luster and gradually dissolve.

12. Malachite
Malachite should never be in the water for a long time, as it will release toxic fumes.

It is important to remember that only by treating your minerals individually and with care will you be able to maintain their beauty. Every stone needs care and study of its properties. Knowing which stones should not be left in water, you can save your jewelry from irreparable consequences.

Kindly note that healing gemstone meanings are not prescriptions or healthcare information.