The hustle and bustle of everyday life has turned anxiety and stress into a common struggle for millions of people. It’s not surprising then that natural, holistic therapies are becoming increasingly favored as a complementary alternative to manage these conditions. And when it comes to healing stones, lava rock bracelets are among the most popular for emotional support and stress relief.
You may have noticed this black, porous stone wrapped around someone's wrist, particularly men. Because of its raw and intense energy, lava rock bead bracelets have always been associated with masculine energy. According to Native American lore, fighters would wear a piece of lava stone mineral when going to battle as they believed it would give them strength and courage.
Even though it has a special connection with male energy, black lava beaded bracelets are unisex, and anyone can benefit from their incredibly grounding, soothing, and healing properties.
Lava stone, also known as basalt, is an igneous volcanic rock that has solidified from molten lava. After an eruption, fire and earth are spewed, running down the side of the volcano and cooling until they become hard as a rock. This is how lava stones and obsidians are created.
Volcanos have long been seen as symbolic signs of creation, and the fact that lava rock is born from high heat and extreme pressure makes this mineral an extraordinary stone of rebirth and new beginnings.
Most of the brimstones used to create lava rock bracelets are extracted from old volcanic sites in Utah, New Mexico, and California. Due to its porous and highly absorbent nature, these stones make for fantastic essential oil diffuser bracelets.
They're also commonly used as chakra bracelets, where they’re combined with other chakra gemstone beads. Even though they're not official birthstones, it's believed that these lava rock stones are particularly beneficial for those born under the zodiac signs of Taurus and Cancer. Thanks to their mineral-rich content and capacity to relieve tension, they're one of the top options for hot stone massages.
Below you'll learn all about lava stones, how they can be used as healing tools, and how to combine them with the correct essential oils for enhanced physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Healing Properties of Lava Rock Bracelets
One of the oldest stones on the planet, lava rock has a special connection to Mother Nature. Made of the earth's core, it’s considered one of the most powerful grounding stones available. Its vibration is primarily connected to the root chakra, the first energy center on the chakra chart.
The root chakra, also known as the base chakra, is where your sense of survival, security, and stabilization is stored. Since a well-nourished first chakra creates a solid foundation for the rest of the chakra system, it's essential to keep it open and balanced.
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Physical Benefits
One of the main benefits attributed to black lava beads is the ability to relieve anxiety and manage stress. This grounding stone is a great companion in times of change, strengthening your connection to the earth and encouraging you to be in the present moment. These qualities make them ideal rocks for those who are seeking greater mental well-being.
In some cultures, these beautiful natural stones are believed to increase fertility and restore hormonal balance, especially during premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menopause, and andropause. Some say that they exude a warming vibration that can keep the cold away.
If you're feeling a little under the weather or lethargic, wearing a lava rock bracelet is said to stimulate vigor and boost your spirit. Black lava stones are also believed to encourage the rejuvenation of body cells, leading to faster healing and helping you overcome illness.
Black and dark stones are frequently associated with grounding and protection. Therefore, wearing a necklace or mala bracelet with the following gemstones may reduce stress and protect you from negative energies:
- Tiger's eye
- Black agate
- Black tourmaline
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Emotional Healing
If you're going through a painful or sensitive time, hold on to your lava bracelet. It’s believed that wearing these dark-colored stones can provide guidance and understanding in troublesome situations, giving you courage, strength, and stability. Their soothing vibrations might be especially beneficial to calm anger and encourage positive changes in behavior.
It can also encourage those who have gone through disappointment or grief, and give a little boost to help you bounce back. Its intense but calming energy can support emotional balance, reduce negativity, and encourage you to shed layers of emotional attachments that no longer serve you. In fact, Lava Rock stone is considered one of the crystals for grief and overcoming the death of loved ones.
If you feel like your thoughts are all over the place, wearing a lava bead bracelet is said to enhance assertiveness, bring focus, and control excessive thinking.
Other soothing stones include:
- Howlite
- Amethyst
- Lapis lazuli
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Spiritual Properties
This stone of rebirth and new beginnings is a great companion for those on a path of spiritual growth. By balancing the root chakra, lava rock can keep you humble and deepen your connection with your physical body. It can also give you a sense of belonging and security in the material world.
It's considered a great stone that brings both physical and spiritual nourishment, and some believe it can clean your aura and dispel cynicism. Lava stone's energy encourages you to stay motivated and determined on the path to achieving your dreams.
Let its vibration gently guide you towards the creation of meaningful and loving bonds with the people in your life, whether it’s friends, family members, or coworkers.
Other powerful rebirth stones also include:
- Unakite
- Labradorite
- Amazonite
Black Lava Rock Bracelets and Essential Oils
You can’t talk about lava bracelets and not mention essential oils. This ancient stone is one of the best options to use as an aromatherapy tool. Lava rock beads are porous (with tiny holes on the surface) and can easily and quickly absorb your favorite oils, turning them into versatile essential oil bracelets.
These bracelets can replace the use of alcohol-based perfumes: the oil fragrance stays longer on a lava rock bracelet than if applied on the skin, and you can even use it as a bug repellent (just add some drops of citronella essential oil.)
Lava stone diffuser bracelets are best used directly touching the skin so you can reap all the benefits from both the stone's energy and the oil's properties.
Since lava rock is best known for its calming yet energizing qualities, pairing it with the appropriate essential oils is vital to further magnify the healing properties of these two elements.
Some classic essential oils include:
- Stress and anxiety relief: Lavender, clary sage, chamomile, melissa, ylang-ylang, jasmine, and rose
- Energizers and mood boosters: Lemon, peppermint, bergamot, lime, grapefruit, eucalyptus, basil
Add one or two drops of your favorite oils or oil blend to your lava beads and gently rub until it's absorbed. Reapply once the fragrance disappears. If you have a hard time falling asleep or if you keep waking up throughout the night, place your lavender-infused lava bracelet under your pillow to fight insomnia.
If you opt for a lava rock chakra balancing bracelet, pair it with chakra balancing essential oils to magnify the crystal's vibration.
Lava Rock Bracelets: Relieve Anxiety and Energize Your Spirit
Lava rocks are one-of-a-kind healing stones with a grounding and protective vibration, which can soothe or energize according to your needs. It's the only healing stone that can also be used as a diffuser bracelet, making it twice as powerful as a tool to balance your mind, body, and soul.
It has a special connection with the root chakra, and it's also one of the most popular protection stones loved by the holistic community. Its intense vibration holds the earth's core itself— the heart of the planet — making it one of the most vigorous and fierce stones of all gemstones.
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