The moon exudes a captivating mystical aura—its silvery radiance, its recurring cycles, and its profound influence on the Earth.
The moon is central to lunar magic, governing its cycles and holding the key to amplifying the radiance of crystals, channeling crystal magic, and infusing all things with lunar energy.
Each lunar phase holds a specific energy that you can tap into to amplify your intentions and more!
On the night of September 7-8, 2025, a blood moon will appear in the sky. It will be visible from beginning to end in Asia and Western Australia, partially in Europe, Africa, Eastern Australia, and New Zealand, but will be hidden from the Americas.
A blood moon is essentially a total lunar eclipse. Earth's atmosphere filters sunlight and scatters blue light, leaving behind a reddish-orange glow that falls on the lunar surface, giving it a reddish or coppery glow and a fiery appearance.
Not all lunar eclipses result in a blood moon. A partial eclipse occurs when Earth blocks only part of the sunlight, while a full blood moon occurs when the moon completely passes through Earth's shadow. Sunlight penetrating the atmosphere imparts a coppery red hue to the moon, similar to the red glow at sunrise and sunset.
The color of a blood moon varies depending on atmospheric conditions. Volcanic ash, smoke, dust, or pollutants in the air can make the moon appear darker or more intense. On average, Earth experiences two lunar eclipses each year, while a full blood moon is visible from the same location approximately every 2.5 years.
Full Moon
A full moon is when the Moon’s face is fully illuminated—100% visible—marking the peak of the lunar cycle. Symbolically, it's associated with illumination, manifestation, and heightened energy.
How to use your crystals
- Place your crystals outside or on a windowsill overnight to bathe in the full moonlight—this both cleanses and charges them.
- Use this potent energy for manifestation rituals—hold your crystals, set intentions, or power up your crystal magic.
How to cleanse your crystals
- The full moon’s energy is especially effective for cleansing. Leave your crystals in its light to release old energies.
- Optionally, pair moonlight with traditional methods like smudging or water for added purification.
Waning Gibbous Moon
This phase follows the full moon as the illuminated portion begins to shrink. It symbolizes reflection, gratitude, and releasing what no longer serves.
How to use your crystals
- Hold your crystals and express gratitude for their support and energy—this nurtures deeper connection.
How to cleanse your crystals
- This phase doesn’t explicitly suggest cleansing techniques—but reflecting with your crystals can energetically refresh them. For deeper cleansing, you might follow with smudging or water rituals.
Third Quarter Moon
At this phase, half the Moon is illuminated, and its light wanes. It symbolizes closure, reflection, and preparation for the new cycle.
How to use your crystals
- Meditate with your crystals, reflecting on your progress and refining what you desire to manifest next.
How to cleanse your crystals
- Ideal for a deeper cleanse: smudge with sage/Palo Santo or rinse under running water to clear residual energy.
Waning Crescent Moon
The waning crescent is the final visible phase before the new moon, signaling rest, recuperation, and intuitive preparation.
How to use your crystals
- Let your crystals rest in a quiet, undisturbed place.
- Meditate with them, focusing on peace, renewal, and gentle energy realignment.
How to cleanse your crystals
- This phase emphasizes energetic rest rather than overt cleansing—but quiet meditation itself can lull old energies away. For full cleanse, follow next phase’s methods.
New Moon
When the Moon is between Earth and Sun, it’s invisible from Earth—perfectly dark. It signifies new beginnings, fresh intentions, and renewal.
How to use your crystals
- Cleanse them (via smudging or water), then set your intentions: hold each crystal, visualize or speak your purpose clearly.
- Place them outside or on a windowsill to absorb the potent new-moon energy.
How to cleanse your crystals
- Begin with cleansing: rinsing under running water or smudging clears old energies so your crystals are ready for new programming.
Waxing Crescent Moon
Just after the new moon, a sliver of light appears—signaling intention-building, growth, and manifestation.
How to use your crystals
- Visualize your intentions growing stronger. Hold your crystals and envision your goals blossoming.
- Leave your crystals where they can catch the gentle moonlight, charging them with upward momentum.
How to cleanse your crystals
- This is a phase for energetic charging, not cleansing. If needed, cleanse before this phase.
First Quarter Moon
Half-lit, the Moon reflects the tension between intention and action—encouraging decisiveness and progress.
How to use your crystals
- Hold them and focus on actions or decisions you need to take to manifest your intentions.
- Still beneficial to let them sit in moonlight to absorb proactive, energized lunar magic.
How to cleanse your crystals
- Cleansing isn't a focus here—intention-setting and action is. Save cleansing for waning phases if needed.
Waxing Gibbous Moon
This near-full phase brings refinement, focus, and preparation before culmination.
How to use your crystals
- Meditate to refine your goals and plans with your crystals.
- Leave them in moonlight to enhance clarity and focus.
How to cleanse your crystals
- Not typically a cleansing phase; focus remains on energy amplification.