Crystal: Malachite

Form: Bangle

Best known for: Transformation | Protection | Clearing

Chakra: Heart

Use:

Malachite is said to be the crystal of transformation, by absorbing surrounding negative energies into itself, allowing for positive change and metal and emotional reset. It is said to have the following healing properties:

Promotes detoxification of negative energies from the body and environment
Brings protection during travel and helps to overcome fears of flying
Supports change and transformation in ones life
Encourages spontaneity and helps you to release old, bad habits, while embracing new, positive ones
Activates the heart chakra to embrace feelings of love, compassion and empathy

Science: Chemical composition: Cu₂CO₃(OH)₂| Mohs Hardness: 3.5-4

Malachite is a copper carbonate hydroxide mineral formed above copper deposits at shallow depths within the Earth. Malachite minerals precipitate from liquid moving down descending columns in porous rock such as limestone, cavities and and fractures. Its stunning green colour is resistant to fading over time or with exposure to light, which has long made it a great pigment and colouring agent.

Feng Shui:

In Feng Shui, malachite is considered to be a powerful healing stone known as the 'stone of transformation'. The malachite crystal uses Wood Energy in Feng Shui, bringing energy for growth, expansion, new beginnings, nourishment and health. It is also said to enhance vitality, bring wealth and abundance and bring positivity to any space where you are starting a new project.

As Wood Energy is traditionally associated with the East and Southeast areas of your home or room, malachite can be placed in these areas to bring balance, health and abundance.