Selenite Healing Properties, Meanings, and Uses

Selenite is closely related to the other crystalline forms of Gypsum: Satin Spar, a compact fibrous variety that is generally translucent with a pearly chatoyant appearance; Desert Rose, most often bladed in the familiar shape of a rose with an outer druse of sand, or with sand throughout; and Gypsum Flower, an opaque variety usually attached to a matrix with spreading fibers forming a myriad of shapes, sometimes with severe curves and bends. While all have, at times, been grouped together and collectively called Selenite, the variety producing transparent, well-formed crystals remains the true Selenite.

In addition to the clear colorless or pearly white crystals of Selenite, in nature, druse, inclusions, or the presence of other minerals may cause Selenite crystals to form in light tints of color or exhibit a translucency or opacity. In addition to the general properties of Selenite, those displaying the following hues carry some additional qualities:

Blue Selenite – carries the full intuitive power of a moon crystal but combines it with intellectual knowledge and powers of assessment. It is great for seeing through the illusion and is an excellent business crystal for balancing integrity and people skills with financial acumen. Placed on the Third Eye, Blue Selenite quiets the intellect and helps to shut off mind chatter during meditation. It is a particularly lucky talisman during a month with two full moons (called a Blue Moon) and is ideal for beginning or improving a therapy or New Age business.

Green Selenite – assists one in working for the highest good and promotes self-esteem and a general sense of well-being. It may be used to help delay the effects of aging on the skin and skeleton.

Orange or Orange - Brown Selenite – encourages a friendly, productive atmosphere and is marvelous for use in the home or workplace. It is a great crystal for grounding angelic energies or aiding Earth's healing. Use it to send healing to places damaged by deforestation, mining, and emissions released into the environment or for gridding houses suffering from geopathic or electromagnetic stress. This color is ideal as a focus for connecting with moon and Earth divas or higher nature essences.

Peach Selenite – a stone of emotional transformation, is ideal for drawing out issues of abandonment, rejection, alienation, or betrayal. It is a karmic cleanser offering healing, forgiveness, and acceptance, no matter in what timeframe these issues have occurred. Connected to Persephone, the Greek Queen of the Underworld, Peach Selenite shines light into dark places, helping one understand one’s inner processes and to accept the hidden self. It is particularly inspiring for women celebrating rites of passage, such as puberty, childbirth, or menopause, to reconnect to the wise feminine divine power.

The formation known as Fishtail Selenite or Angel Wings Selenite provides deep healing for the nerves and neural pathways, soothing and stabilizing emotions and defusing tension. It ushers in positivity and light to guide one through uncertainties and is highly beneficial for facilitating contact with one’s angels.

Note: Selenite is water soluble. Immersing it will erode the surface. Dust gently, or wipe with a slightly dampened cloth to clean or re-polish. Never soak Selenite; always use the indirect method when preparing an elixir.