The Natural Beauty of Copper – How to Clean, Store & Protect Your Copper Tensor Energy Tools

There’s something truly magical about pure copper. No two pieces ever look quite the same. When freshly polished, it glows with a warm, reddish-gold shimmer — like the last rays of sunset. Over time, it gently deepens into beautiful tones of rose gold, bronze, and antique brown, reflecting its interaction with the world around it — and with you.

This evolving appearance is part of copper’s natural composition. The subtle colour changes and soft patina that develop are signs of authenticity, showing that your copper tensor energy tools are made from high grade pure copper and are energetically active. Whether you choose to embrace this evolving patina or prefer to keep your copper bright and polished, there are simple ways to care for and protect it.

Comparison: Copper with natural patina vs polished copper retaining its original shine.

A Living Metal

Copper is one of Earth’s most unique and responsive materials. It has been treasured for centuries not just for its beauty, but for its conductive, healing, and harmonising properties. Whether used in jewellery, harmonisers, or tensor tools, copper interacts with its environment — including your energy field — to create a sense of grounding and coherence.

Over time, this natural interaction may cause a gentle deepening of colour, or occasionally a faint green tint where the copper touches skin. This is simply a surface reaction between copper ions and natural skin oils or moisture, and it’s completely harmless. A deeper explanation of this process can be found in our upcoming article “Why Does Copper Sometimes Turn Skin Green?”

Cleaning Your Copper

Pure copper will naturally darken over time, but restoring its radiant shine is easy. Here are three simple, effective, and natural methods to keep your copper tools and jewellery looking beautiful:

1. Lemon Juice (a great way to use up leftover wedges)

• Rub a used lemon wedge directly over the copper surface.

• The natural acids gently lift oxidation and tarnish.

• Rinse with warm water and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

2. Citric Acid Solution (with a gentle polish)

• Dissolve 1 teaspoon of citric acid powder in 1 cup of warm water.

• Soak your copper briefly or wipe it with a soft cloth dipped in the solution.

• Rinse well, then lightly polish with fine-grade steel wool to bring back the shine.

You can keep and reuse this solution multiple times until it turns cloudy or less effective. Store it in a sealed glass jar between uses.

3. Lemon Detergent and a Soft Scourer

• Mix a few drops of lemon-based dish detergent in warm water.

• Gently clean with a soft, non-abrasive scourer.

• Rinse and dry completely to prevent water marks or spotting.

If you prefer, a non-toxic commercial copper cleaner can also be used, but always rinse thoroughly afterward to remove residues.

Tip: Always dry copper completely after cleaning. Moisture speeds up the patina process.

Here are some videos showing how to clean a copper tensor tool using citric acid and a soft scourer:

Storing Your Copper

Copper loves a clean, dry environment. To preserve its lustre:

• Store your tools in a soft cloth bag or wrap them in cotton to protect from dust and scratches.

• Keep them away from damp or humid areas (avoid storing in bathrooms).

• In humid climates, adding a silica gel packet helps absorb moisture.

  
  

If you’re taking a break from wearing or using your copper, this gentle storage care will help it remain polished and vibrant.

Protecting Your Copper

If you prefer your copper to stay bright and shiny for longer, you can apply a light protective layer:

• Use a thin coat of natural wax (such as beeswax or carnauba wax).

• Or apply a touch of clear, non-toxic nail polish to inner surfaces that contact the skin.

• Wipe your copper gently with a soft cloth after each use to remove oils and fingerprints.

Embrace the Living Beauty

Remember — copper is not meant to stay static. It evolves and responds to your touch, environment, and energy. That’s part of what makes it so special. Every subtle change in colour or tone tells a story — your story — of interaction and resonance.

Your copper harmonisers and tensor tools are designed to hold and radiate coherent energy, supporting balance and wellbeing. Caring for them mindfully helps them continue to support you in return.

Discover More

If you’re curious about the energetic science of copper — its conductive nature, healing properties, and role within the human body — explore our next article:

👉 Copper and the Human Body – The Science, the Energetics, and the Balance

And if you haven’t yet experienced the frequency and vitality of Slim Spurling–inspired copper tensor energy tools, visit our online shop or drop by the Longevity Lounge Market Stall at Eumundi to explore them in person.