Fake or Real? How to Differentiate Genuine Crystals, Glass, Fake Stones?

[@denisereynolds64]

there is a lot of synthetic malachite out too, it looks like fruit stripe gum! i like sellers who declare plated or dyed stones. i feel comfortable knowing their other items are natural crystals. love your video, thanks for sharing the knowledge.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thanks for sharing too. :)

[@alikibupcherry5601]

Something i also noticed about real ones is that if you hold them for a bit above fire from a candle for example not too close and you see they're warm the exact moment you remove them they become freezing cold not just cold freezing cold the exact moment you remove them

[@theecosmicwitch]

Yeah i had hematite & sodalite but wasn’t sure if it was fake or not, every time i wore them they would heat up & as soon as i took them off they were FREEZING lol

[@rosaelinav8036]

Is this mean these are real gemstones and pendants too? Especially the bracelet? Thank you please let me know.♥️🙋‍♀️♥️

[@lisasammons2343]

Thank you. I have brackets. One is real. I will use your method to see if the one my son bought me is real.

[@gpaulac5284]

Karen, please also make a video differentiating real and fake jade. Thanks, love your informative videos on crystals

[@undefinablereasoning]

Another important tip is that Genuine Malachite will almost certainly be chipped or have some kind of defect in it as it is very brittle. So if your beads are perfect and you got them for cheap, odds are they are glass. Additionally real malachite will feel cold to the touch.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you for sharing, but I have not seen fake malachite in glass beads, all plastic.

[@patty5317]

I recently bought a malachite bracelet and to be honest i don’t have any idea if that bracelet is real or fake, but based on your video, i’m more than 50% sure that the one that I bought is indeed a real one, doesn’t have white parts, not too bright, and the bracelet is heavier than some of my “beaded” bracelets. 💚 thank you for this information!

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

I am glad you bought a real one. 😄

[@raheejoshi6272]

Thank God

[@undefinablereasoning]

Check it for defects. Real malachite will almost certainly have some as it is very fragile and will tend to chip/break when being machined.

[@kylejosephcastillo8350]

If I didn't watched this, maybe I could have a fake malachite. Thank you for the info! Much love!🙌✨

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

My pleasure. :)

[@chryh9215]

Very nice review! I'm so happy that the one that I bought is a real malachite. I also like the singing you did..so adorable 😆💖

[@shroomy350]

KZbin recommend her videos randomly and im so grateful

[@leonoraauren5571]

You can also distinguish the fake malachite by a brighter colour. Real malachite is a bit more blue-ish/gray-ish, like conifer needles. Not so vibrant as the fake one. And in case of plastic fakes you can also try a fire test.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you for the suggestion.

[@AnnDrogyne]

So pleased I found this channel, very informative!

[@lee-hl7of]

thank you for sharing this video & love the singing at the end too! it was unexpected but i loved it!😂🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@rosaelinav8036]

Omg, thank you for letting us know and showing us the difference and the lighter and heavier gemstones 💎…♥️♥️♥️♥️ looks like I might has to get a little scale to verify my gemstones bracelet,and pendants too…🙋‍♀️

[@treemerryweather]

Well done Karen. I used to teach classes about crystals and your video made me feel very nostalgic.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Really? Thank you. :)

[@smb879]

I just came upon your channel, and subscribed. Thanks for the useful information. I'm new at making jewelry, and fell in love with crystals. Ii try to make my jewelry with intension. So, it's imparative that I have genuine stones. Thanks again. Looking forward to more of your videos.💜🙂

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you, I will make more videos about real vs fake. :)

[@ShantiDevi7444-o1e]

Wow! 😯 That fake or real test was impressive! I’m going to try that on mine! Loving your information videos very much! 👌🏼☺️

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you. :)

[@ivania321]

so much to learn from you Karen :) can't wait for you to hit one million

[@YOURhimera]

I live in China and there are plenty of these water filled quartz selling… I think it’s so easy to grow it in lab this way! I can’t believe you can find it in nature so often

[@peterraja9152]

Hai. Miss Karen.... Just want to know ... 1) which crystal will bring good luck to us? 2) Remove our negetive energys? 3) Recently I buy 5 crystal from retails shop...citrine, green aventurine, blue tiger eye, clear quartz, golden sun stone....can I wear it? and in which hand I should wear it?

[@mzrosie7415]

I’m so happy that I found you and your website!!! ❤ Thank you for sharing yourself and your talents!❤

[@margaretgould7885]

thanks for the important info, I am always wondering about the beads I buy.

[@iri5016]

thank you so much !! this was really helpful💜

[@GeekingoutwithMellyMel]

This was so interesting to watch! Thank u for the tips!! Also, loved that u sang a little bit of Backstreet Boys at the end haha

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Haha, thank you. Glad you like it. :)

[@toscatattertail9813]

i have heard of heat treating to change the colors of tigers eye, i have never heard of them being dyed so this was new to me.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Color dyed tiger eye is very popular in China facotry because many foreigner resellers love those color.

[@Arizona_lilly]

Wow I never thought about 3 bracelets same stones very similar weight but one is a lot lighter wow very nice thanks for teaching us soo much

[@IcelandicNativecitywalk]

Thank you for the informations, really been looking for where to get genuine crystals.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

You are so welcome!

[@michelemurphy3541]

Thank You! Excellent information! I hope you & Mr. Chris are well! ✨💜

[@luciamitu9962]

Thanks for useful video. Real Malachite on the left. The one on the right is fake because l have an exact one from amazon and luckily the seller was honest enough to specify that it is artificial stone, in fact it is a bit lighter in weight and not so cold to the Touch like Real stones. It is green and Black while real Malachite is dark green and light green. Hug from Germany.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

It's good to know you met an honest seller. :)

[@diannebartkus9893]

I make and sell jewelry and try my best to offer the best. This was so interesting, easy and informative, oh and Helpful! Thank you Karen

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you, I am glad I can help. :)

[@somethingbronzie]

I share your sentiments

[@StrifesResolve]

hey this was actually really helpful, thank you!

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you. My pleasure to share.

[@RoxUniverse]

Thanks Karen and Chris! 🐇🍄⚡️

[@jaelbecker3898]

You're awesome girl!! Thank you for this info☺️

[@Eggs.Benedict.Please]

Love your Channel 💗💯 Your videos are packed-full of useful information! So glad I found your Channel! 🌈💗😍

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you. :)

[@nidhimishra8598]

u r so sweet....thank's for all ur effort....i have seen first time ur video..mmn trust me......i became ur fan....lot of love and blessings 💖💖🦋🦋

[@inaayapearlsimraanavarcie]

Awesome information!! Thx a million for sharing!! Just subscribed!!!

[@sabeennoor8152]

Thanks for the useful information pls do one video on different kind of pearls and semi precious stones🌼

[@charmainecachupa3701]

Karen Hui can please explain more about Cinnabar gemstone please thank you 😊

[@apothecrafty8195]

Just when I thought this video couldn't get better, you come out with some Backstreet Boys! Love it!

[@susancook1448]

Oh no-I’ve been buying the malachite beads with the black stripes! Need to check it out hope it’s cold and heavy!

[@ValerieWhittington]

thanks you so much Karen... I am a new fan!

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you for joining this crystal family. :)

[@JosieRuben-nx3dk]

Thank you much maam karen this was very helpful

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

@@JosieRuben-nx3dk Thank you for watching, I am glad to know my video is helpful.

[@lisaestellayee6865]

Hi Karen, thanks for sharing all those info. I had follow ur method for my blue tiger which i always feel uncomfortable about the color. Truth that after u mention to spray alcohol the color do came out. What should i do with this bracelet? Discard it?

[@sunnym2227]

Wow...I learned so much, something told me to watch a video, and learn so I know the difference, and I'm glad I did, I want the real deal, I'm going to check out your items as well...I'm subscribing, thanks for sharing!!:-)

[@ASMRReikiHealingRelaxation]

Thank you Karen! This was very helpful!

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Hi, it's my pleasure. :)

[@amandamarie5337]

I love the way you say crystals!!!!! Xoxo

[@Cecilia-zx8ok]

Hi Karen, I am now 1 of your many subscribers. I am happy to see your youtube channel because lately I became a crystal stone lover because of the possible benefits we get from the crystals. My birth stone is emerald but I also want to wear clear quartz, citrine, aquamarine, red jasper, red garnet and rainbow obsidian. I also have the 7 chakra. Is it ok to wear them all everyday and how do I cleanse and recharge the crystal stone energy? Your answer/tips about the crystals would be a great help. Thank you for taking time to read my message

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Hi, thank you for watching my videos. How many crystals bracelets you wear everyday depends on how you get along with all these crystals. Cuz crystals have much higher frequency than human body, some people wear too many crystals they will get dizzy. So you can try two or three first.

[@alphacast463]

Hi karen is it ok to wear crystals even if its dyed but made of natural crystals.?

[@rvideos3014]

Hello do you recommend wearing the brown tiger eye ?

[@interestinglyso4404]

I love your very informative video, on fake vs real. I am very interested in obsidian at this time. Any suggestions on verifying its authenticity ? As well as purchasing . Thank you and live that blessed life.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Hi, obsidian stone is real in the market, you just need to make sure it's not black onyx. :)

[@interestinglyso4404]

@@KarenHuiCrystals is there a test ? I just sent you in Instagram message. Asking about 20 mm or 2 cm . Drilled spheres . Can I purchase through you . ?

[@carriesgiftsgalore7936]

You won me with the song. subscribed. good information here.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you. Good to know. :)

[@lynnepostings]

That was a great video. Very interesting and informative. I have a clear quartz bracelet ... it does feel cold ... however, when wearing it - it doesn't seem to take too long before it starts to feel warm .... is this normal for genuine quartz? Also, a warning ... ppl please be extremely careful to not purchase glass bracelets ... these could be really dangerous if you fall and they break due to a risk of cutting the veins in your wrist !!! Much love 💓💕

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you so much for sharing. :)

[@mascarenhassai]

So much information about gemstones quality and thank you. I am into beading and like your videos.

[@nhuduong5815]

Amazing content 👌✨ I learned a lot Thank you

[@wolfqueen2622]

Hello Karen please I have a question, can Tiger eye always shows strong magnetic attraction, or only sometimes

[@Dysjama]

Hi Karen, where is the video where you talk about the danger of dyes?

[@kathrinemc1664]

Thankyou Karen, this is great advice.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

My pleasure. :)

[@PositiveContinentNews]

Thank you. This video was very informative.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Glad it was helpful!

[@YOURhimera]

lol, I have exactly the same fake malachite from my recent trip to Zhangjianjie😂 super channel, thank you!

[@monikasturm2575]

Going to some warehouse district discount bead wholesale stores tomorrow and want to make sure I get natural stones for my earrings. So thank you so much for this video.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

My pleasure. :)

[@angelamolnarpemberton5145]

Wowee I m so happy to have found your channel. Thank you dear sister. 🙏🙏🙏🥰😊

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

It's my pleasure. :)

[@angelamolnarpemberton5145]

@@KarenHuiCrystals if I may ask does your wonderful child help you make your beautiful jewelry? I would love to buy one and so I clicked on the link from another comment to go there but I couldn’t figure out how to change it to US dollar so I could see the prices for me. I’m not to good at internet things. I own my cell phone and no computer but I seen a beautiful bracelet of three different shades and shapes of tourmaline that I really like there. Could you please help me figure this prices out please and thank you. 🙏😊

[@greymatterr11]

I love bracelets and I never thought that a lot of the ones from Amazon are not real. I realized today that my “tiger eye” bracelet has several beads that have gotten flat spots. I’m sure real tiger eye stones would not get flat areas around the the bead?

[@miscalotastuff733]

Fire mountain, limabeads, and michaels are pretty good about telling you if there stuff is dyed and fake.

[@dcharmz5915]

Hi...my friend has a ton of unprocessed jade...he want to sell it...can you give some tips? Thanks!

[@annettepang3288]

Hi Karen, thanks for making those lovely videos.. keep it up. Just want to ask u, is golden obsidian and hyperstene the same? New DIY starter here, thank you and cheers ☺️❤

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you. They are not the same. Golden sheen obsidian is a stone that contains patterns of gas bubbles while hypersthene is a kind of crystal.

[@annettepang3288]

@@KarenHuiCrystals ohh ok, thank you so much ☺️

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

@@annettepang3288 My pleasure.

[@verycd]

Hi, Karen, thank you for the informative video. I bought a malachite bracelet and a hawk's eye bracelet. Both are made of 23 8mm beads (1mm holes I believe)but the malachite weighs 27 gms and the hawk's weighs only 19 gms. Are they genuine? 91% alcohol does not make them shed color. Please help.

[@verycd]

I checked the density. Hawk's eye: 2.65, malachite: 3.25-4.1. Guess it is about right 🙂

[@alandavidperedo1234]

@@verycd Hello, How do you checked the density? I have a malachite bracelet 23 beads of 8 mm with 27 gr weight like you, for me it is genuine.

[@htsawyers]

Great Information, Thank You. 👍 👍 👍

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you. :)

[@aubreygillianguiang5316]

Thank you karen for making videos like this. More of this kind of video. ❤️

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you. I'll make more of this kind. :)

[@cetaphoenixranch2623]

Thank you for this great information!

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

It's my pleasure. :)

[@maricarforondatacotaco2304]

Thank you so much for sharing the information.

[@picksoverpeas]

Very informative! Thank you for making these videos. Your singing voice is beautiful!

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you, I am glad to share. :)

[@lynnepostings]

Yes, I agree with that .. lovely !

[@Galaxy-ml3wn]

Hello! Thank you for teaching us the difference between real and fake stones. Do you sell on Amazon?

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you, sorry I don't sell on Amazon anymore.

[@Xx-cf4ys]

Could you have used alcohol on malachite also? To test if it was real ? I have a tumbled malachite that someone gave me and I rubbed alcohol on it and the cotton swab turned green. But I don’t know why nobody does the alcohol test with malachite 🤔

[@CYRINTHIA212]

thank you for these series

[@queenb5392]

Please make a review on Lapis Lazuli 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@yellowbirdfindings5349]

Thank you! This was awesome!

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Glad you liked it!

[@bobpinoy9506]

Hello Karen! If the hole of crystals are too big, is it glass?

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Hi, some crystals beads have 2mm holes, but it doesn't mean it's glass.

[@Arizona_lilly]

Yes the malachite I have has thick black lines I saw the ones u had it had blended lines not to much of everything

[@patriciahighfield4646]

Can you do a video on bloodstone, dragon blood stone please. I really like your videos.

[@Somewe]

I test them on my teeth. Plastic and glass are smooth on the tooth. Real ones feel like real pearls on the tooth, like sand paper😊

[@kenmhilkyong707]

Love to know that! Well do u sell crystal bracelets! Love to buy some😊

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Hi, thank you for your interest. Please feel free to visit my stores at www.diynotion.com www.gemandsilver.com www.etsy.com/shop/DiyNotion

[@kaleoy7584]

Place stones in question against your face and if the stones stays cool and does not become as warm as your body after at least 10 seconds, then those stones are genuine quartz crystal. This tech. can be done with other genuine gems, too.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

But some people can not really understand what ice cold feeling is. Even on the face.

[@user-md8588]

I knew malachite and others from the sound it made when touched the steel surface

[@ms1573]

Hello , I am Looking 8 mmm Malachite Genuine natural and I need 110 beads , Do you know where I can buy it ?? Please do let me know . Thank you

[@ThatsMyBlackOpinion]

Good info. Thank you! I just liked and subscribed.

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you. Welcome to the family. ❤️

[@summerdays360]

Thank you for sharing. I'm just getting into crystals. Does anyone know of a reputable company to buy beads from?

[@pawerjam670]

Thank you very informative. Labradorite and moonstone next pls

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you, I'll put your request in my schedule. :)

[@pawerjam670]

@@KarenHuiCrystals thanks for noticing 🥰

[@ellyn6038]

Hi Miss Karen! How can I buy protection crystals from you?

[@michellel-jones4649]

The dye is very common with Lapis Lazuli as buyers prefer a darker blue

[@alexandrajgd]

Very interesting! thank you!

[@Dbob533]

the outro is nicee😂😂💎💎

[@TeacherJhean]

Can you recommend or suggest shopee stores that sell legit ones?

[@elifsoyarslan8254]

love the song at the end! :D

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Thank you. :)

[@lync7790]

Hi Karen, thanks for your informative video! May I know if your clear quartz beads in the video are of 10mm? I have a bracelet of 10mm 18 beads coming to 24.6grams. I am questioning it’s authenticity, any advice?

[@kathleenmcbride4838]

Very good information and thank you!

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

My pleasure. :)

[@lilymuseic]

Thank you so much for this video. Your alcohol test helped me prove to a seller that the stones I received were not genuine.

[@lisakinney3747]

Nice video, thanks for info!!!

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Kapalaran986]

Hi Karen do you sell natural crystal and stone? Where did you get those?

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Hi, thank you for your interest. Here's my store www.diynotion.com, we get all supplies from crystal factories.

[@dorianhazel7491]

I just found your channel and love it!

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Yay! Thank you!

[@kalpanadaya4706]

Hello Karen , i want to purchase the Obsidian bracelet with a Pixiu , please

[@dude...are-you-sure]

So the natural colored ( yellow) tiger's eye isn't faked? And colored tiger's eye are made from natural colored ones using color dyes?

[@KarenHuiCrystals]

Hi! I believe that yellow tiger eye actually refers to what we previously called brown tiger eye. It's important to note that color-dyed tiger eye stones are made from natural tiger eye; the only difference is that the color is not natural.

[@Angelic102]

Thank you dear very kind words f you to clarify this🙏🏻✨💕