Stone Guide6 min readJanuary 10, 2026Written by Onyxx Media Group

Rose Quartz: The Heart Stone for Love & Self-Care

Rose quartz is the quintessential stone of love—and that includes love of self. Explore how this gentle pink crystal can open your heart to deeper compassion.

Rose Quartz: The Heart Stone for Love & Self-Care

The Gentle Power of Rose Quartz

Rose quartz, with its soft pink hue, is perhaps the most recognized heart stone in the crystal world. Its gentle energy has made it a symbol of love and compassion across cultures for thousands of years.

A Stone of Ancient Love

The ancient Egyptians and Romans used rose quartz in beauty rituals and as tokens of love. Greek mythology connects it to Aphrodite, the goddess of love, who is said to have bled on white quartz, creating its pink color.

Rose Quartz Properties

Physical Characteristics

  • **Color:** Pale pink to rose
  • **Hardness:** 7 on the Mohs scale
  • **Transparency:** Usually translucent
  • **Origin:** Brazil, Madagascar, South Dakota
  • Traditional Associations

    Rose quartz is linked to:

  • **Self-love:** Nurturing compassion for yourself
  • **Relationships:** Attracting and deepening love
  • **Emotional healing:** Processing old wounds
  • **Peace:** Creating calm, harmonious energy
  • Self-Love & Rose Quartz

    In a world that often emphasizes giving to others, rose quartz reminds us that love starts within. Practitioners use it to:

  • Build self-compassion after setbacks
  • Release self-criticism and judgment
  • Recognize their own worth
  • Set healthy boundaries with kindness
  • How to Use Rose Quartz

    Morning Ritual

    Hold rose quartz to your heart while setting an intention of self-kindness for the day.

    Relationship Support

    Place rose quartz in your bedroom to enhance the loving energy in your space.

    Daily Wear

    A rose quartz bracelet keeps heart-centered energy close, supporting emotional balance throughout your day.

    Meditation

    Lie down and place rose quartz on your heart chakra while breathing deeply. Visualize pink light filling your chest.

    Caring for Rose Quartz

  • Avoid prolonged sun exposure (can fade)
  • Cleanse with moonlight or sound
  • Pair with other heart stones
  • Handle gently—it can chip
  • AURELIS HEART Collection

    Rose quartz is the centerpiece of our AURELIS HEART collection, designed for love and harmony. Each bracelet features hand-selected 8mm beads with beautiful translucency.

    Crystal traditions are personal. Our pieces are designed for intention and style.

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