How to Use Gem Essences (+ some effective tips for using gem essences in blends) | Part 2

You can use gem essences in so many ways, probably even many you haven’t yet thought of!

Have you got a copy of my free resource, 50+ Practical and Spirited Ways to Use Flower Essences? If so, know that you can use gem essences in all of the same ways.

Orally, topically, or even via inhalation!

The last method is the fastest way to introduce an essence into our energy field. This information comes from Sue Lilly in her book, The Essence Practitioner: Choosing and using flower and other essences.

I highly recommend this method if:

a) you are new to vibrational essences, or

b) if you are not as sensitive to their effects as you would like to be. 

I don’t recommend this if you are sensitive to alcohol and have a standard alcohol-preserved essence. 

And did you know? We offer all of our essences preserved with organic glycerine or organic apple cider vinegar. Just make a mention in the Order notes box of the shopping cart.

Here are my specific tips for using gem essences alone or in combination with other essences:

1. When choosing an essence, consider the specific qualities you’re hoping to experience or embody.

Just like with flower essences, think of your intention for using or working with a gem essence. Once you know that, you can narrow down on the gem essence you’d like to use.

Combination essences can also be helpful because they blend the energies of multiple crystals for a more targeted approach.

2. Gem essences are my top choice if you want to feel more grounded.

If you spend a lot of time in your head, or if you have a lot of air placements in your natal chart, gem essences can bring you back into your body, quite effectively.

In other words, gem essences can help you become more embodied.

3. Gem essences are helpful to add to most blends.

I often include at least 1-2 gem essences in most vibrational blends. I find this helps stabilize ALL of the essences in the combination.

This makes sense because gem essences have grounding and stabilizing qualities. They also root us to the earth.

Flower essences, on the other hand, can be more ethereal and connect us to higher realms and energies.

However, these are just general statements and there are, of course, exceptions.

4. I rarely use individual gem essences on their own (ironically).

I have to admit: in consulting with clients, as well as in my personal practice, I very rarely use gem essences individually as remedies.

I will, however, use a few gem essences on their own together in a blend.

5. My last tip is to try to… Be patient.

You may need more time to notice the subtle energetic shifts that come from gem essences compared to flower essences.

The effects, however, will often be more long-lasting!

Curious to try vibrational essences to support the health of your mind, body & spirit?

You can buy gem essences in the Shop through a custom individual essence or blend.

Looking for a specific essence? You can check out this list, though know that it may or may not be up-to-date because we regularly add new flower essences and remedies.

Not sure which one(s) to choose? I also offer personal consults for blends.

Have a question? Please reach out anytime.