Everything You Need To Know About Malachite, According To Crystal Experts

There's a reason malachite has a place in countless crystal collections. It has so many benefits, from protection to fostering love and compassion. And for what it's worth, it's a striking, vibrant green as well. Curious to learn more? Read on for everything you should know about this crystal.

And speaking of makeup, Leavy does note that you have to be particularly careful with more fibrous forms of malachite, as the dust or powder that comes off it can be very toxic if inhaled. "For the most part, tumbled pieces are totally safe to handle, but it's not a good idea to get them wet. It's also a really good idea to be super cautious if you're handling rough or fibrous malachite, and to wash your hands thoroughly," she says.

Malachite has long been used in amulets for protection, namely against the evil eye. As Leavy explains, the bands seen wrapping around a piece of malachite can sometimes look like eyes, adding that this may add even more significance to the use of malachite powder as eye makeup in ancient civilizations.

According to Leavy, malachite is also a good stone for accessing creativity. "Those swirling bands help you feel a little bit free, get a little bit lost in the patterns, and they're great for boosting and stimulating creativity," she tells mbg.

Sure, all crystals that come from the Earth are, in some way, connecting us to the Earth itself. But there's something extra special about malachite. "It's an excellent stone for helping you connect with nature; that vibrant green just reminds us of lush jungles and plants and Mother Nature," Leavy says.

Leavy explains that the copper content of malachite makes it the perfect crystal for amplifying your energy and your intention. "Copper is a great conductor of energy and a great amplifier," she says.

If your intuition is lacking, malachite might just be able to help. As Leavy explains, it can help you tap into your own inner guidance, to help assist you with things like visualization practices or meditation, with some folks believing it can even activate psychic awareness.

And that means love for yourself, too, Leavy adds. "It's great for encouraging self-love and unconditional love, plus for enhancing confidence as well as compassion," she says.

And lastly, if you're curious about astral travel, malachite might be able to help. According to Leavy, "It's been used by modern crystal healers to facilitate astral travel and to help you access intuitive messages from your subconscious mind from your dream state."

Want to tap into your intuition? Leavy says you can use malachite for divination by looking at the clouds and bands in malachite for pictures, symbols, messages, or meaning. Simply gaze at the malachite while letting your subconscious come through.

If you're looking to get into astral travel or even more basic dreamwork/interpretation, Leavy says you can keep malachite in your pillowcase or on your nightstand.

Leavy adds you can also set up a crystal grid with other crystals associated with love, such as rose quartz, to amplify your intention for more unconditional love and compassion.

Askinosie also recommends keeping a piece of malachite on your desk at work. "It's a wonderful crystal ally for times when frustration arises at work," she previously wrote for mbg, adding, "Close your eyes, hold a piece of malachite in each of your hands, and take three deep breaths when you feel frustrated and angry to deal with the issue head-on."

If you have any sort of altar or sacred space in your home, Leavy recommends placing your malachite there, "particularly if you're looking for spiritual guidance or intuitive guidance from your inner world or from the universe." She adds that you can then sit by the altar and connect with the energy of the stone, becoming clear and open and seeing what comes through from your subconscious.

The same idea for guidance can be applied for creativity, Leavy says, whether you place your malachite on your altar or simply hold it in your hand. As you connect with the energy of the crystal and tap into your own inner guidance, you can allow your intuition and creativity to take center stage.

You can bring malachite with you any time you want some extra protection, adds Leavy, so stash it in your bag or a pocket before you head out.

Some other safe options for cleansing include surrounding your malachite with sound or placing it near a clear quartz crystal, which carries a naturally cleansing energy. And as modern mystic Imani Quinn previously told mbg, because malachite is associated with Earth, charging it by burying it in the ground is also a fitting option.

Thanks to its gorgeous green color and ability to foster unconditional love and compassion, this stone is (you guessed it) associated with the heart chakra (or Anahata).

Yes, malachite is a great option to sleep near if you're looking to do dreamwork, access your subconscious, or astral travel, according to Leavy. It shouldn't have the same energizing effects you may see in a stone such as citrine, for example.

On top of that, she adds, if you are wearing it as a ring or bracelet, be mindful not to get it wet when you're washing your hands. Similarly, if you're wearing it as a pendant, make sure it has a closed back so it's not constantly touching your skin. Again, malachite is very porous, so you don't want it to absorb your sweat or natural oils.

Whether you're looking for protection, stronger intuition, or more love and compassion on your spiritual path, of all the crystals to choose from, malachite is definitely one you don't want to miss.