Tourmaline is not a single mineral, but a group of isomorphous minerals with an identical crystal lattice. Each member of the Tourmaline group has its own chemical formula, due to small differences in their elemental distribution. The formula of the Tourmaline group is very complex, since it contains many elements and many combinations of elements. It is one of the most complicated chemical formula of all minerals.
Watermelon tourmaline belongs to a tourmaline group called Elbaite: Na(Li,Al)3Al6(BO3)3Si6O18(OH)4
Hardness: 7
Elbaite is by far the most colorful Tourmaline group, including Indicolite (associated with clove oil) and Verdelite (associated with violet leaf oil) and Watermelon (associated with rosewood oil).
In general, tourmaline is very grounding and helpful in releasing stress-related tension.
All tourmalines balance yin and yang energies, as well as the left and right hemispheres of the brain.
Tourmaline purifies ones bioenergy and protects it from negative influences
Watermelon tourmaline is known as the “Gateway to the Inner-Self”
Watermelon tourmaline is a synthesis of the green and red color spectrums of light fusing in a single gem
Tourmaline of all varieties generates healing ions that counteract the effects of harmful electromagnetic fields produced by such devices as computers and cell phones.
4th chakra, 5th chakra, 6th chakra
Cleanses and removes blockages from 4th chakra
Zodiac: Gemini, Sagitarrius, Virgo
Element: Water
Reduces insecurities
Functions as a combination of male and female energies, both Yin and Yang together in one crystal
Inspires both creativity and practicality
Calms overactive emotions
Helps attract love and resolve relationship issues
Via connecting one with the Earth, helps overcome feelings of disconnection
Ameliorates depression and helps heal emotional wounds by helping one come to understand the meaning of certain events in one’s life
Can aid in the release of unhealthy patterns of behavior, making room for new ways of thinking that lead to wholeness of being
Reduces feelings of guilt related to conflicts and confusions
Physical: reduces pain; strengthens immune system; has value in heart disorders; reduces hyperactivity; supports metabolism and neurohormonal regulation
