Tourmaline is one of the most powerful crystals for energy work — a shamanic stone that clears the aura, removes blockages and disperses negativity. What makes it special is that its many colours each align with a different chakra, so you can choose a tourmaline to support a specific energy centre. This guide maps tourmaline colours to the chakras and explains how each one is used for healing. (For the full variety list, see our types of tourmaline guide.)
Tourmaline as a Shamanic Healing Stone
In crystal traditions, tourmaline is prized as a healing tool that clears the aura, removes energy blockages and grounds excess or negative energy. Because it channels energy so effectively, each coloured variety is matched to the chakra it resonates with — turning a single family of stones into a complete toolkit for balancing the body’s energy centres.
Tourmaline Colours and Their Chakras
Here is how the main tourmaline colours align with the chakras.
Tourmaline Colour–Chakra Chart
| Tourmaline Colour | Chakra | Healing Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Black | Root / Base | Grounding, protection from negativity |
| Brown | Root | Grounding, stability |
| Red | Sacral | Love understanding, vitality |
| Yellow | Solar Plexus | Confidence, personal power |
| Green | Heart | Healing, compassion, visualisation |
| Pink | Heart | Love attraction, emotional healing |
| Purple | Heart / Crown | Emotional and spiritual healing |
| Blue | Throat / Third Eye | Communication, intuition |
| Colourless | Crown | Clarity, spiritual alignment |
| Multicolour (Watermelon) | Heart | Holistic balance and harmony |
Popular Tourmalines for Chakra Healing
Black Tourmaline for Protection
Black tourmaline is the most famous healing variety — a powerful root-chakra stone believed to ground energy and protect against negativity and even electromagnetic stress, which is why many keep it near electronics and workspaces.
Pink and Green Tourmaline for the Heart
Pink tourmaline opens the heart chakra to love and emotional healing, while green tourmaline supports compassion, healing and visualisation — together they make a gentle heart-centred pair.
Blue and Yellow Tourmaline
Blue tourmaline activates the throat and third-eye chakras for clear communication and intuition, while yellow tourmaline stimulates the solar plexus for confidence and personal power.
Important: These are traditional metaphysical beliefs valued for mindfulness and emotional wellbeing, not proven medical facts, and are not a substitute for professional healthcare.
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For the full colour variety list, read our types of tourmaline guide; for astrology and how to wear it, see our main tourmaline gemstone page; and explore the beautiful watermelon tourmaline. Browse our full Gemstones collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does tourmaline help with chakra healing?
Tourmaline is a shamanic healing stone that clears the aura, removes energy blockages and disperses negativity. Because each colour aligns with a specific chakra — black with the root, pink and green with the heart, blue with the throat — it can be chosen to balance a particular energy centre.
Which tourmaline is best for protection?
Black tourmaline is the best variety for protection. As a root-chakra stone, it is believed to ground energy and shield against negativity and electromagnetic stress, which is why it is often kept near electronics, doorways and workspaces.
Which tourmaline colour is for the heart chakra?
Pink and green tourmaline are the main heart-chakra stones. Pink tourmaline is associated with love and emotional healing, while green tourmaline supports compassion, healing and visualisation. Watermelon tourmaline, combining pink and green, is also a powerful heart-chakra stone.
What is tourmaline used for in crystal healing?
In crystal healing, tourmaline is used to clear the aura, remove blockages, ground negative energy and balance the chakras. Each colour supports a different energy centre, making tourmaline a versatile stone for protection, love, communication and confidence.
Is tourmaline a shamanic stone?
Yes. Tourmaline is regarded as a shamanic stone and a powerful healing tool, valued for its ability to clear the aura, disperse negative energy and align the chakras. These are traditional beliefs valued for emotional wellbeing and mindfulness.
