How to Use Charging Plates to Cleanse and Empower Your Tools

In the world of energy work and spiritual practice, charging plates are powerful allies. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting your journey, learning how to use charging plates can elevate your rituals and help you keep your spiritual tools energetically clean and aligned.

In this guide, you’ll learn what charging plates are, how to use them effectively, and how they can cleanse and empower your crystals, tarot decks, jewellery, and more.

 

🌟 What Is a Charging Plate?

A charging plate (also called a crystal charging plate) is a flat, often circular or rectangular slab of crystal or gemstone most commonly selenite, but they can also be found in black tourmaline, quartz, or other high-vibration materials.

These plates are used to:

• Cleanse energetic residue
• Re-energize and align your spiritual tools
• Hold intention-charged objects
• Serve as altar centrepieces

Selenite charging plates are especially popular because selenite has a naturally high frequency and is self-cleansing. That means it not only cleanses other objects but also doesn’t require frequent cleansing itself.

 

✨ What Can You Cleanse or Charge on a Charging Plate?

You can use a charging plate to cleanse, recharge, or amplify nearly any spiritual or metaphysical item. Here are some common uses:

• Crystals & Gemstones – Especially after use in rituals or healing sessions
• Tarot Cards & Oracle Decks – To clear residual energy between readings
• Pendulums & Runes – Before divination work
• Jewellery – Especially gemstone or energy-focused pieces
• Essential Oil Bottles – To enhance the vibrational properties
• Spell or Ritual Tools – For clearing and recharging intentions

Bonus: Place your self-care products or chakra bracelets on a charging plate overnight to keep them energetically aligned!

 

🔮 How to Use a Charging Plate (Step-by-Step)

1. Choose the Right Plate for Your Intention

• Selenite plates are ideal for general cleansing and lunar energy
• Black tourmaline or obsidian plates are powerful for protection and grounding
• Clear quartz plates amplify any energy and can be programmed with specific intentions

2. Cleanse the Charging Plate First (If Needed)

Even though selenite is self-cleansing, other types may need to be cleared with:

• Incense smoke (sandalwood, nag champa, or frankincense)
• Sound (singing bowl or ritual cymbals)
• Moonlight or sunlight

It can also be beneficial to cleanse selenite charging plates for peace of mind as you don’t know how many hands it’s passed through on it’s way to you.

3. Place Your Tools or Crystals on the Plate

Lay your items on the charging plate and let them sit undisturbed. You can leave them:

• Overnight (especially during a full moon)
• For a few hours during the day
• During meditation or ritual for focused charging

4. Add Intention (Optional but Powerful)

Speak out loud or silently set an intention you’re wanting to imbue on your tools such as:

“I charge these tools with clarity, love, and protection. May they work for my highest good.”

You can enhance the energy by placing the plate on your altar and surrounding it with candles, incense, or herbs aligned with your intention.

 

💡 Pro Tips for Using Charging Plates

• Use during moon phases: Place your charging plate under moonlight, especially on the full moon, to supercharge your items.
• Create a ritual station: Dedicate a space for regular cleansing with your charging plate, incense, and sound tools like a singing bowl.
• Layer tools: You can charge multiple items at once as long as the plate isn’t overcrowded.

 

🌙 Incorporating Charging Plates Into Your Daily Practice

Make charging plates a daily ritual by placing frequently used items like:

• Your crystal bracelet after a day of wear
• A rollerball essential oil after a healing session
• A pendulum post-divination
• Or your favourite tarot deck after a reading

Doing so not only clears stagnant energy but also enhances the vibrational power of your magickal tools.

 

🛒 Recommended Charging Plates From Our Store

Looking for a high-quality charging plate? Here are some of our customer favourites:

• Selenite Moon Phase Charging Plate – Ideal for crystal cleansing and lunar rituals
• Small Tree of Life Charging Plate – Great for grounding and removing negative energy
• Chakra Crystal Charging Plate – Aligns and energizes chakra-related items

🌟 Shop All Charging Plates →

 

✨ Final Thoughts

Learning how to use charging plates is a simple yet powerful way to maintain the energies of your spiritual tools. Whether you're charging a tarot deck, refreshing your healing crystals, or preparing for a ritual, a charging plate can enhance your work and support your energetic wellbeing.

Trust your intuition and let your tools rest and recharge, they’ll thank you with stronger, clearer energy.

 

🔁 Related Posts:

• “How to Cleanse Crystals with Sound, Smoke, and Moonlight”
• “Building a Sacred Altar: Essentials for Every Witch”
• “Crystal Healing for Beginners: What to Know Before You Start”