Ethics & Sustainability

Our Commitment to Ethics & Sustainability

At The Crystal Avenues, ethics, integrity, and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do. I believe the magic of crystals should never come at the cost of people or the planet. That’s why we work exclusively with natural, Fairtrade crystals and minerals, ensuring each piece is sourced and crafted with respect—for both Earth and its inhabitants.

What Makes a Crystal Ethical?

Since crystals and minerals are not officially registered as Fairtrade products, I’ve chosen to go the extra mile. I spend significant time and energy carefully sourcing our stones from small-scale, ethical suppliers—places where workers are treated with respect, operate in safe conditions, and receive fair wages.

This process means our collection is more curated and limited—but that’s a conscious choice. We will never compromise on our values for the sake of volume. Together with my team, I continue to build trusted relationships with ethical mines and workshops around the world, expanding our range slowly and mindfully.

All our crystals are 100% natural—never dyed, never treated, and never mixed with fillers.

Sustainable Packaging & Shipping

We believe sustainability also means being mindful of our environmental footprint at every stage. That’s why:

• We reuse all packaging materials that arrive with our crystals

• We use FSC®-certified* shipping boxes, jewelry boxes, tissue paper, and gift wrapping

• We choose recyclable and biodegradable packaging wherever possible

• When plastic is necessary to protect fragile pieces, we only use reused plastic

*The FSC® system helps ensure forests are managed in a way that preserves biodiversity and supports fair labor practices.

Sustainably Sourced Ritual Tools

We’re equally selective when it comes to our spiritual tools:

• Palo Santo: Our Palo Santo sticks come from Peru, where the tree is protected under strict conservation laws. The wood is harvested only from naturally fallen trees and cultivated sustainably in compliance with Peruvian export regulations.

• White Sage: Our sage bundles are hand-harvested and hand-wrapped by members of an indigenous-owned business. Grown organically on reservation land, nothing is taken from the earth without ensuring its natural ability to regrow.

From the Founder

I’m Michelle - Crystal Healer and founder of The Crystal Avenues.

Crystals changed my life. They’ve guided me, grounded me, and given me a sense of purpose and connection I never expected. That’s why it’s so important to me that every crystal we carry comes with a clean, clear energy—ethically sourced, consciously chosen, and treated with deep respect.

I don’t just sell crystals—I personally select them, research their origins, and ensure they align with our values before they ever reach the shelves. It’s a slow, thoughtful process, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

To me, sustainability isn’t just good practice—it’s a responsibility. And building a business rooted in heart, honesty, and holistic wellbeing is my way of giving something meaningful back to the world.

Thank you ♡︎