At Gem & Tonic, we’ve always believed your beauty routine should do more than just care for skin - it should support your whole self too. That’s why we infuse every formula with revitalising plant, mineral and, very importantly, gemstone extracts - so your skin doesn’t just look great, but you also feel energised, confident and ready to take on the day.
Crystals in skincare seems an intriguing idea, though - we get it. What do they really bring to modern, daily beauty routines and how do they support wellbeing? Who better to ask than Reiki master, our Founder Gemma’s long-time friend, and our own trusted crystal expert, Katy Sloane.
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What first sparked your love of gemstones and how has your passion evolved?
I have loved crystals since childhood and was fascinated with gemstones like quartz, rose quartz and amethyst. I spent hours at the beach searching for them to add to my collection. Today, there’s not a crystal I don’t own!
When I began to practice Reiki, I fully realised their healing power and balancing energy, and my passion really evolved. I became a crystal therapy practitioner in 2012 and a Reiki master in 2013, and since then have loved helping thousands of people live a life of harmony, calm, love and joy.
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How did you and our Founder Gemma meet?
Gemma and I met in our late teens, while I was at university and Gemma was on Hollyoaks. Mutual friends brought us together - we had a lot of fun and stayed connected ever since. Back then, we were a little more wild and a little less zen!
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How exciting was it being involved in Gem & Tonic’s use of gemstones in skincare?
I was so excited when Gem & Tonic invited me to be their crystal expert. It is such a unique concept and I really believe in these products. Not only is this beautiful, mineral-rich skincare - these formulas also bring a powerful fusion of crystal energy for emotional and spiritual wellbeing to everyone using them.
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Is getting the balance of gemstones important?
Yes - and I love the balance of crystals used in Gem & Tonic products. The crystal energies of quartz, moonstone, amethyst, malachite, olivine and hematite really complement each other and bring a powerful combination of grounding and uplifting properties.
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Do you have a favourite gemstone? How do you use crystals in your own beauty routine?
Clear quartz and rose quartz are my favourite gemstones to use in my skincare routine. I love my Rose Quartz Gua Sha and often lay smooth, tumbled crystals over my face and eyes after applying my Gem & Tonic Hydrating Face Cream (instead of cucumbers, think crystals!) - it’s such a relaxing ritual and gives an additional boost of crystal energy to my skin. I highly recommend it!
“There’s not a crystal I don’t own!” Katy Sloane
“Some of my best ideas have come to me during Katy’s meditations. So relaxing, so soothing, so reassuring.” Gemma Atkinson
For many more wellbeing gems (pun intended), check out Katy’s Instagram @katysloane… or get to know the proven benefits of the crystals in your favourite skincare routine even better in our guide.
