Authenticity & Origin of Our Shungite

At Growing Healing, authenticity matters. With the growing popularity of shungite, imitation and misrepresented materials have become increasingly common. This page explains how we verify the origin and authenticity of the shungite used in our products.

Where Authentic Shungite Comes From

Authentic shungite is a naturally occurring carbon-rich stone found only in the Republic of Karelia, Russia. The most well-known and historically documented source is the Zazhoginsky deposit, which has been studied and mined for generations.

Shungite sourced outside of Karelia — including materials marketed from India, China, Pakistan, or elsewhere — is not geologically classified as true shungite.

All Growing Healing shungite products are sourced from Karelia and carved from single, solid stones, not molded, powdered, or composite materials.

How Authenticity Is Verified

Documentation available from suppliers in Karelia relates to:

• Geological origin
• Material composition
• Regional industrial and material standards

These records are provided within the region to verify stone provenance and authenticity, and they serve as sourcing documentation rather than consumer product certifications.

Because shungite is a natural stone and not a regulated consumer good, no modern global certification exists that verifies shungite for lifestyle or decorative use. Regional documentation is the only formal material verification available from suppliers at the source.

Important Clarification About Documentation

Any historical or regional documentation associated with shungite:

• Relates to material origin and classification
• Does not evaluate finished consumer products
• Does not make medical, health, radiation-protection, or environmental performance claims
• Should not be interpreted as regulatory approval for consumer use

Growing Healing products are offered as natural stone lifestyle accessories, not medical devices, safety equipment, or treatment tools.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Beyond supplier documentation, we emphasize authenticity through:

• Long-term sourcing relationships
• Visual and structural characteristics unique to genuine Karelian shungite
• Hand-carving from single stones rather than mass casting
• Clear educational content about how to identify imitation materials
• Consistent product descriptions and disclosures across our site

We believe transparency builds trust — and that trust should come from clarity, not exaggerated claims.

Why This Matters to Customers

Choosing authentic shungite ensures you are receiving:

• A genuine natural stone from its true geological origin
• The material qualities associated with real Karelian shungite
• Products that align with their intended use as lifestyle and decorative accessories

This page exists to help customers make informed, confident purchasing decisions.

A Note on Lifestyle Use

Growing Healing shungite products are intended for:

• Decorative placement
• Personal spaces
• Everyday living environments

They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, nor are they marketed as providing measurable environmental or health effects.

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Authenticity & Origin FAQ

Is authentic shungite only found in Karelia?

Yes. Shungite is a naturally occurring carbon-rich stone found only in the Republic of Karelia, Russia. Material sourced outside of Karelia may resemble shungite in appearance but is not geologically classified as true shungite.

How do you verify that your shungite comes from Karelia?

Authenticity is verified through direct sourcing relationships with suppliers in Karelia and through regional documentation that relates to material origin and composition. This documentation supports provenance and sourcing transparency rather than consumer product certification.

Why don’t you provide a modern global certification?

Shungite is a natural stone and is not regulated as a consumer product. As a result, no modern international certification exists for lifestyle or decorative use. Regional documentation from Karelia is the only formal verification available from suppliers at the source.

Are your products made from real stone or composites?

All Growing Healing shungite products are carved from single, solid stones. We do not sell molded, powdered, cast, or composite materials. Each piece retains the natural texture and variation of genuine Karelian shungite.

Why are there so many imitation shungite products on the market?

As interest in shungite has grown, materials from other regions are sometimes marketed using the name “shungite.” These materials may be carbon-based stones or composites, but they do not share the same geological origin as authentic Karelian shungite.

Does authenticity documentation mean the products are certified for health or EMF protection?

No. Documentation associated with shungite relates to material origin and historical industrial standards. It does not evaluate finished consumer products and does not make medical, health, radiation-protection, or environmental performance claims.

Growing Healing products are offered as natural stone lifestyle accessories, not medical devices or safety equipment.

Why does authenticity matter when choosing shungite?

Authenticity ensures that you are receiving:

• A genuine natural stone from its true geological source
• Material consistency associated with Karelian shungite
• Products that align with their intended use as lifestyle and decorative accessories

This FAQ is provided to support informed purchasing decisions and transparency regarding material origin.

Questions About Authenticity?

If you have questions about sourcing, material origin, or craftsmanship, we encourage you to contact us. We are always happy to explain how our products are made and where our materials come from.