Crystals first entered the popular realm by way of celebs and wellness gurus. Katy Perry, Naomi Campbell, Bella Hadid, Miranda Kerr and more regularly praise their healing powers. Victoria Beckham travels with crystals. Adele used them to overcome anxiety during her comeback. The Hills fans will remember Heidi and Spencer Pratt’s massive million-dollar crystal collection. Now, crystals have migrated to the beauty space.
Though you may doubt the power of crystal-infused beauty products, the proof of their magic is in the mirror. Ally Sands, founder of Aquarian Soul, explains that crystals work on all levels of healing, both inside and out. They’re most often used to brighten dull complexions, but they can also help tighten skin and even out your skin tone.
Some of our favorite crystals and gems to wear — diamond, quartz, amethyst, tourmaline — also have skin care benefits. Sands says that rose quartz is one of her favorites since it’s known as “the stone of beauty.” In addition to helping you accept love into your life (self-love included), she says it works to bring a glow to your skin, aids in moisture retention and promotes an even skin tone. Diamonds are known for their brightening effects, while jade is lauded for its cool touch and detoxifying properties.
If you’re not quite ready to try a crystal-infused beauty product, Sands recommends trying a gemstone face roller. There are different types, including the popular jade roller, as well as rose quartz and clear quartz rollers. They’re used in conjunction with regular serums or moisturizers to help boost circulation while reducing redness, firming and detoxifying skin.
Ready to discover the world of crystal-infused skin care? Scroll through the gallery to see our favorite products to try now.
Make Skin Brighter With Crystal Skin Care Products
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Jaded
Jade rollers have long been used by Chinese royalty. Apply a serum or moisturizer, then run the roller upward and outward along the face. It helps reduce tension and increase product absorption. Plus, it's a chic addition to any vanity.
Ling Cool Jade Roller, $90 at Ling
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Get Dirty
Not anywhere near the Dead Sea? Mimic the effects of its famous waters with this mud treatment. Apply a thin layer from head to toes and leave to dry for 20 minutes. The rose quartz formula leaves you calmer and skin more hydrated. Follow with moisturizer for silky skin.
Crystal Cactus Rose Quartz Mud, $18 at Crystal Cactus
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All About Eyes
This may be one of the chicest eye serums around thanks to its clear roller packaging. Floating in that vial are lavender and quartz crystals, which help turn tired, puffy eyes into perky ones — no caffeine or concealer necessary.
Aquarian Soul Lavender and Quartz Under Eye Serum, $35 at Aquarian Soul
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Total Luxury
Literally drip with diamonds. Aside from being symbols of wealth, diamonds stimulate the imagination and creativity and reduce emotional pain. This girl's-best-friend-infused anti-aging oil also helps to nourish and regenerate skin. And for under $90, it's a steal compared to most diamond jewelry.
Shiffa Diamond Face Oil, $87 at Shiffa
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Roll With It
Fun fact: The gorgeous lapis lazuli stone contains a skin-perfecting oil called blue tansy that helps banish redness and reduce breakouts. This easy-to-apply roller is infused with said miracle oil. That brilliant blue color? That's the oil itself. No tinted bottle here.
Herbivore Botanicals Lapis Facial Oil Roller, $26 at Herbivore Botanicals
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Spray Away
Inside that black bottle are rose quartz crystals that have been charged at the full moon with intentions to create serenity and protection. Don't write the concentrate off as being "too cosmic" just yet. A few spritzes calm you and your personal space. The formula also boosts skin cell regeneration.
Sandoval Peace Aromatic Concentrate, $60 at Sandoval
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Love and Light
Wellness guru Miranda Kerr is a known crystal fan, so it makes sense that her entire KORA Organics range is filtered through rose quartz. The healing stone encourages self-love and self-esteem. Combined with a blend of nourishing oils, this face oil will make us feel and look good.
KORA Organics Noni Glow Face Oil, $68 at KORA Organics
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Keep On Rolling
A jade roller doesn't just make for a good minimalist Instagram flat lay. It helps lift skin, smooth wrinkles and boost lymphatic drainage. Plus, it's very easy to get addicted to thanks to the soothing rolling sensation.
Minimal Beauty Facial Jade Roller, $19 at Minimal Beauty
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Not Just for Rings
Apply rubies to your face, feel like a million bucks. This brightening treatment has micronized ruby crystals to smooth and brighten skin. The formula works as a more natural highlighter thanks to its optical diffusers and illuminators. Apply it regularly and make your skin shine bright like a...ruby.
Dr. Brandt Glow by Dr. Brandt Ruby Crystal Retinol Hydracrème, $65 at Ulta
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Rainbow Gems
Dealing with irksome hormonal acne? A bit of moonstone cream can help clear up pimples. This formula features a mix of rainbow moonstone and other crystals that helps regenerate skin and balance the power of yin and yang. Did we mention that they also carry strong feminine energy?
Gemstone Organic Organic Moonstone Crème, $37 at Gemstone Organic
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Spot Treatment
Masking just got a whole lot more luxurious with this acne-fighting mixture. Apply a thick layer to faces and necks for 15 to 20 minutes. Quartz sand micro-crystals slough off dead skin cells, while salicylic acid keeps pores clear. Before rinsing the mask away, take a #masking selfie. The vivid green color will earn plenty of Instagram likes.
Tata Harper Clarifying Mask, $68 at Sephora
