Crystals are stunning natural formations, created over millennia by nature’s endless cycles. However, mining processes for crystals can have negative impacts on our environment.

To protect our planet, look for stones sold from these conscious sellers that adhere to ethical standards. Their eight guidelines cover tracking each stone’s origin and donating a percentage of every sale towards communities who need help the most.

1. LUX European Crystal

LUX European Crystal is an exquisite piece that adds a luxurious feel to your home. These vibrant gems can serve as decorative elements on chandeliers or windows; additionally, you could also use them to spruce up jewelry or fashion accessories.

Lead glass (or crystal glass) was historically produced by substituting lead for calcium in potash glass production, creating an exceptional clarity clear glass that has long been appreciated for its beauty, usefulness and durability. Today this material can be found in vase, perfume bottles, clocks, chandeliers and automobile hood ornaments – which only adds another element of elegance!

Heritage Handcut crystal is meticulously handcrafted using centuries-old techniques by skilled artisans on iron and sandstone wheels by highly trained craftspeople, one facet at a time. When polished with marble dust to produce a sparkling shine, its prismatic prisms cast dancing beams of light that dazzle.

2. Spirit Nectar Gems

No matter your belief system or aesthetic preference for crystals, it’s wise to shop from sellers with strong ethical sourcing commitments. Below we have provided examples of brands who take great care to trace their stones’ supply chains, vet vendors for quality, and prioritize environmental impact when conducting their business practices.

Peach and Pixie is a Black-owned company that always lists the country of origin and mining practice of each crystal on its website, along with thoughtful starter sets to manifest love or abundance, or to cleanse your space using sustainable varieties of sage. You can purchase such sets here.

Spirit Nectar Gems of Maryland stands out with its extensive inventory of raw crystals, artisanal jewelry and mystery boxes. Each package offers intuitively selected crystals ranging from large quartz towers to spheres and free forms–you can even select your own mix! In addition to providing such an extensive selection of goods and services, the brand supports sustainable educational initiatives in Madagascar.

3. Desert Sage

Contrasting traditional rock emporiums, this family-run California boutique specializes in selling high vibration crystals that promote wellness and come complete with giftable display boxes. Their selection ranges from ancient meteorite nuggets to pretty blue Angelite (recently discovered Peruvian stone known for encouraging compassion). Furthermore, unique statues such as feather smudgers featuring driftwood are sold alongside gemstone massage wands.

Salvia dorrii is an evergreen sub-shrub that grows to 2-3ft tall, bearing deep blue flowers with purple bracts throughout a long season. Ideally located on a mound of sandy or gravel soil for optimal drainage, water sparingly after planting for optimal xeriscaping results; its peppery scent acts to cleanse and purify spaces.

4. House of Intuition

House of Intuition’s founders believe magic and intuition are inherent traits, so they created a metaphysical brand featuring intention candles, oils, crystals and tarot services which has grown into physical stores across North Carolina and Florida.

The shop provides guidance in all things metaphysical – from meditation and tarot classes to astrology and crystals – and is also home to a vibrant community of witches, wiccans, and healers.

Sparrow’s Crystal Gifts offers high-quality crystals ethically sourced and responsibly sold at fair prices, and carbon offset shipping. Shop healing crystals such as agate geodes and hematite bracelets as well as candles and altar offerings made of crystal. All stones are transparently photographed and listed here while shipping can also be carbon offset if applicable. Additionally, their selection includes crystals for manifesting intentions such as pyrite to attract wealth while clearing blocks as well as their Magic Intention Candle that helps create love, money luck & success for manifesting intentions!