FYI: Polished stones are less likely to allow elixirs, etc. "Do not make conventional, direct gemstone elixirs, gem waters, massage oils of any stone containing metal (lead, copper, etc.) Use an indirect method instead. The guidelines below can help you and those you know stay safe. "I recommend avoiding and not making conventional gem elixirs, gem waters, massage oils, or other consumables with these stones. Stromatolite - cyanobacteria and possible cyanotoxins Strawberry Quartz (natural) - hematite/iron inclusions Spodumene (incl Kunzite, Hiddenite) - aluminum Smithsonite (Galmei, Zinc spar)- zinc, may contain copper Quartz (all types) - toxic dust for inhalation Pyrite (Fool's Gold, Inca Gold) - sulphur Pearl - organic, may contain bacteria as well as pollutants from toxic materials in the water it forms in Paraiba Blue Quartz - aluminum in the tourmaline component Opal - toxic dust for inhalation at least Mother of Pearl - organic, may contain bacteria as well as pollutants from toxic materials in the water it forms in
Moonstone - may contain aluminum or other toxic substances Meteorite - may contain many toxic substances
Magnetite (Lodestone) - iron in large quantities Lapis Lazuli - may contain copper, sulphur Kambaba Jasper - cyanobacteria and possible cyanotoxins Jade (Nephrite) - aluminum, iron, titanium Garnierite (Genthite, Falcondoite) - nickel Where I have information on it, I've noted the toxic material that is or may be in the stone."Īmber - toxic dust, fumes, possible trapped bacteria or virii, possible ingestive toxicityĪtlantisite - contains Serpentine (see below)īoji-stones/Kansas Pop Rocks - may contain sulphurĬhalcopyrite (Peacock Stone, Peacock Ore) - copper and sulphurĬobaltocalcite (Pink Cobalt Calcite) - cobaltĬoral - organic, may contain bacteria as well as pollutants from toxic materials in the water it forms inįluorite - source of dangerous gas hydrofluoride Great to look at, great to hold, but not great to put in the body. These substances are often what give a stone its characteristic coloring or shape.
"Types of stones that are typically toxic to ingest are minerals/ metals containing copper, lead, arsenic, cadmium, aluminum, barium, mercury, zinc, or other poisonous / toxic substances. Before using any stone or crystal for elixirs or waters, you should personally make sure that it's safe by consulting a mineralogist, healthcare specialist, or other professional. Some I learned in college, from crystal experts, or from books.
"Please be aware that this is a partial list, as I don't know all the possible toxicity information. "While some of these minerals are micronutrients, such as copper which we need to survive, they can also be extremely toxic in larger amounts than required by the body. While any stone can be potentially harmful for fumes, or dust, here is some information on stones that are known to be toxic in certain situations. "I've been asked many times about whether a certain stone is safe for making conventional gem elixirs, gem waters, massage oils, or other internal or absorbent uses. Potentially TOXIC or HARMFUL STONES for gem elixirs, gem waters, massage oils, handling, etc. Obsidian (all forms can break from extreme liquid temperatures) Pyrite (combined with water produces sulfuric acid)
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This list is not all-inclusive and many crystals not listed here may crack if exposed to hot water."Ĭarnelian (salt water can cause fractures) "Below is a list of Crystals that might dissolve, crack, develop rust, or be otherwise damaged when exposed to water or other liquids.
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