Well Hello there,I LEARNED GEMMOLOGY SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO! BUT HOLD ON A SEC… LET ME REWIND!
In 2020, during lockdown, I launched Self & Others with one goal — to help people find the perfect crystals and wellness tools for their self-care rituals.
But as I sourced crystals, I quickly ran into sellers who didn’t disclose treatments, didn’t know what they were selling — or worse, were intentionally dishonest.
After getting burned a few times, I knew I had to do something!
That’s when I decided to study gemmology with Gem-A (The Gemmological Association of Great Britain). It turned out to be one of the best decisions I made! Opening up a world of knowledge about crystals, treatments, and sourcing practices. I learned so much about how to identify authentic crystals, spot treatments, and source responsibly.
My mission? To share that knowledge with you, so you can shop with confidence and avoid the mistakes I made.
So yeah, I learned gemmology so you don’t have to!
I’M CANDICE
south african rootsWhere My Journey Began
Growing up in South Africa, where diamonds and gold are woven into the very fabric of the land, I was surrounded by nature's treasures from the start. With a family that shared a love for both spirituality and minerals, my fascination with gemstones was almost inevitable.
London BoundThe Leap That Changed Everything
In 2008, I took the plunge and moved my life to London—a leap into the unknown that was equal parts thrilling and transformative. It was a whirlwind of change, but with it came incredible opportunities that reshaped my path in ways I never could have anticipated. London has been my home ever since.
Self & OthersCrafting a Business from My Love of CrystalsFast forward to 2020.
During COVID, like so many of us, I found myself craving something meaningful. So, I launched Self & Others – a crystal healing and wellness store.
I wanted to make crystal healing accessible, modern and colourful.
A lession learnedSeeing something positive in the negative
But here’s the twist! In the process of sourcing crystals, I had an experience where I was scammed and was sent artificial and treated crystals!
I realised there was so much I didn’t know about the stones I was working with. So, I decided to go all-in and study gemmology to get to the root of crystal identification. It was a big leap, but learning the science felt like the missing piece that I’d been searching for!
gemmologyThe Science Behind the Sparkle
Gemmology opened up a whole new world. It gave me the tools to know my crystals inside out–where they come from, how they’re formed, and how to recognise authenticity. Now I get to share that knowledge with others who feel just as strongly about their stones. I’m all about helping you feel confident in the energy and origins of your crystals–because that connection matters!
Blending science and spiritBecoming The Spiritual Gemmologist:
And that’s how The Spiritual Gemmologist came to life! This space is where I get to blend my love for crystal healing with the science behind each stone. For me, it’s all about honouring both the energy and the science of crystals. If you’re someone who loves knowing the ‘why’ behind your crystals, this journey is for you, too.
My goal is to bring clarity and confidence to your crystal journey so that you feel connected and informed. Follow along and let’s dive in together – I can’t wait to explore with you!
