How to use Mineral Oil on Rocks & Crystals- Raw or Polished

[@ClaudetteMiss]

This is great, Marlaina, as I was just thinking I ought to look into how to oil some of my finds. You are right, looks super simple to do. Thanks for sharing!

[@largent45]

Thanks Malaina! That was a great hack for our rocks! Showing us the before and after shots of the rocks it really does make a huge difference. Ive seen people who actually even soak them in mineral oil. They look great!

[@sandmaker]

They looked beautiful, before and aftet. It's a great tip. Thanks. Keep the good coming. Be happy, safe and stay healthy from Benson, AZ

[@jonathonstorjohann9030]

Just saw this I am really excited to do my crystals. Thank you.😊

[@manisteerocks7092]

Mar...ur a life saver...I often wonder about why my perfect green moss and others look so good..but yet spots..this oil will help!..thanks dear!

[@allysonhean4204]

Thanks for sharing, guess what I'll be doing this weekend 👍😉

[@MarlainaAtkins]

😉🙌💫

[@alicemiller3139]

I’ve used mineral oil on various rocks as well, but I like how you applied the mineral oil and did not know I should let it sit a few hours before rubbing it off. Thank you! While watching this episode today. I was applying clear nail polish to some small thunder eggs. I do not have the equipment to make them shine, other than a tumbler and I was afraid to tumble them. The nail polish made them shine. For how long, the will tell!

[@MarlainaAtkins]

Thanks! Lapidary equipment is super expensive... I completely understand. I think nail polish is a fine idea! Especially if it's a lacquer. Would probably last awhile... May yellow and crack over time... But will work just fine. I've known people to use varnish or a clear acrylic coating that seems to last a long time too. Let me know in the future how it goes! Best wishes✨

[@wilbondcajunrockhound5758]

nice good info , i put it on my rough crowleys i have on display , you can see the pattern almost like its wet , thanks for sharing

[@angelahighwolf]

I use a rubber mat and clear resin with a small brush.

[@SachiFaker-o3x]

We are thinking something similar after sanding off scratches. How ere your results?

[@phyllistinetinker9076]

Thanks for sharing ❤

[@offyarocka]

Awesome information you shared here, thank you!!!!!

[@kendramanuel1276]

Thank you for such a wonderful video. 👍✌️

[@GREEKEXPLORERS]

Amazing video!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@gingermackeen5741]

I live in FL and people do this with shells. I haven't tried it yet but I might.

[@silverymoon5516]

Thanks for the tips.

[@MarlainaAtkins]

You're welcome💫

[@juliegascoigne5804]

Thanks for sharing....I have labradorite hearts I will try this on

[@nicolagraynewzealandrockho8976]

Great video. I might give this a go.

[@Dahlia_Perfumery]

I have a question, have you tried this on grape agate? I have some dull looking grape agate and I'm wondering about this.

[@MarlainaAtkins]

I have not! But I imagine it'll work great 👍

[@FurrKnight]

what great advive, thank you!

[@MrGary669]

Thanks for the video... hey I was wondering what that middle rock was..I have one similar I just found...I thought it could be yellow sapphire but it's probably agate

[@MarlainaAtkins]

My pleasure! The middle rock is a carnelian agate. Cheers!✨

[@WigsGlam]

Can I use this to shine up my pyrite that has natural cubes?

[@MarlainaAtkins]

I would not use any oil on pyrite. You could try a silver cloth. I'm not sure otherwise... sorry 😕 Best of luck

[@whirl00]

Can this also work for crystal bracelets? Does it feel oily to touch? And cannot get it wet?

[@MarlainaAtkins]

I've actually tried it on a small bead bracelet and the only problem is the oil gets stuck in the bead hole and it's hard to get out. But if you manage to wipe off all the oil it really doesn't leave any oil residue on your skin. But you will have to reapply over time

[@awakenchange]

Can you handle your rocks after you have mineraled them or will it get all over? And you have to just let them sit and look at them?

[@MarlainaAtkins]

Wipe down with paper towel or cloth really well... should not get oil on anything if wipe well enough

[@chopperdt66]

Can you use this on fluorite, quartz and calcite?

[@MarlainaAtkins]

I have not used it on calcite. I have used it on quartz (amethyst is quartz) and fluorite just fine. Best wishes to you 💫

[@trt2127]

Does anyone know if it’s dangerous to use on your stones if you have them in a glass display cabinet with lights? As my bottle of mineral oil says it’s flammable.

[@MarlainaAtkins]

Being that you are wiping off all the oil till you can handle it without leaving any oil residue on fingers/ hands... I would think your stones wil be safe under your lights. I've had mine in display cases fir days under high light and heat and had no problem at all. Hope this helps. Best wishes to you 💫

[@trt2127]

@@MarlainaAtkins Thanks so much for that 👍

[@gregkosinski2303]

Will this help channel the vortices?

[@MarlainaAtkins]

Help...not quite sure. Hinder...no 😎

[@jasonloxton2785]

Does the mineral oil attract dirt over time or need to be reapplied?

[@MarlainaAtkins]

I haven't noticed it attracting dirt much (I dust my collection a lot) but I suppose it could. The oil does need to be reapplied over time. Heating up the oil makes it last longer but it can be tricky to do without creating fractures. If you can... while it's soaking in the oil...let it sit in the sun for a few hours...it will heat up gradually...and then wipe it off... the effect will last longer before having to reapply

[@jadelee6555]

Can we let the gemstones soak in a mineral oil bath?

[@MarlainaAtkins]

Absolutely! And the warmer the oil is, the better it'll set in 😎

[@mousenation3867]

Could I oil a Malachite slice ?

[@MarlainaAtkins]

Good question...🤔 honestly I personally would not...even tho I suppose you could. Not quite sure if it would damage the stone nor if it would show a big difference. You could always test a spot... let it sit for a few minutes and see if it does anything. But keep in mind that malachite is toxic and you might want to look into it more before messing with it. I wish I could be more help. Best wishes to you!✨

[@mickybyrne60]

My fear is that the oil will yellow over time

[@MarlainaAtkins]

You will have to reapply at some point. I haven't noticed yellowing but it will start to look a little whitish. I usually just clean with soap and water and reapply oil. You can soak crystal in oil in an oven safe container @ 350 degrees for 20min... Take out and let cool to touch... Then wipe off with towel. That process works A LOT better and lasts A LOT longer between applications.

[@terridiamond7862]

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[@dardourcacaww]

oil I didn't try yet but it looks like touth past contain something and the results is unbelievable (8448)