They are called ritual oils, sacred oils, or conjuration oils. They all actually belong to the large family of magical oils, creations resulting from grimoire recipes, sometimes centuries old. Very popular, these oils have the advantage of being accessible to any practitioner and are mostly already consecrated and therefore ready to use. If you have purchased a magical oil from our online esoteric shop or are researching, we explain in this practical guide why and how to use them properly.
1. The brief history of oils in magic
The use of magical oils dates back millennia. They played an important role in spiritual and magical rituals, notably among the Babylonians, ancient Egyptians, as well as in popular magic traditions like Hoodoo. In magic, these oils are used to invoke spirits, consecrate objects, or strengthen the energies of a particular ritual.
With the development of distillation in the Middle Ages, the availability of oils allowed for a greater variety of uses. Witches, wizards, and practitioners of European folk magic used these oils not only for their medicinal properties but also to amplify magical rituals.
2. Why use a magical oil?
Before continuing, it is important to distinguish "devotional" oils from "talismanic" oils. Devotional oils are intended to honor or please a spirit, deity, or particular celestial body. They serve as offerings and allow channeling the powers of the invoked entity. For example, anointing an object with Saint Expedite oil invokes his power to bless that object, such as a letter or package, so it arrives quickly and safely.
Talismanic oils, on the other hand, require a specific ritual to be activated. They are consecrated and charged with a particular energy, often capturing a celestial event or a specific goal, such as prosperity. To amplify their effect, these oils are sometimes placed with symbolic objects like coins or gemstones. The charged oil can release its power when used in a ritual or spell. However, its energy diminishes over time and must be revived by simple gestures, incantations, or visualizations.
3. How does a magical oil work?
These oils are often prepared from dried plant materials infused in a base oil, olive oil being the most traditional. By doing so, not only the physical properties of the plant are extracted, but also its spiritual essence, allowing this essence to become a powerful tool in magic. The oils thus prepared are used to influence the outside world through sympathetic magic, anointing, or rituals with candles.
They can serve as fluid condensers in divination rites or be applied to talismans to temporarily attune an individual to the energies of a plant, spirit, or celestial body. The purpose of magical oils is therefore to facilitate interaction with invisible forces while channeling their energies through material supports (the oil), making them extremely versatile in magical rituals.
4. How to use a magical oil?
4.1. Using a magical oil to anoint a candle
The anointing of a candle with a magical oil is a common practice to strengthen the effectiveness of spells and rituals. To do this, start by choosing an oil suited to your intention (for example, patchouli oil for prosperity or rose oil for love). Then, hold the candle and visualize your intention. Pour a few drops of oil into your hands, rub them together, then apply the oil to the candle, rubbing either from the center to the ends (to attract something) or from the ends to the center (to banish or repel). This allows the candle to be imbued with the energy of the oil, which will be released when the candle is lit.
4.2. Using an oil to invoke a force in a ritual
In a ritual, magical oils can be used to invoke a spiritual force or entity. For this, choose a devotional oil consecrated to the spirit or deity you wish to invoke. Apply the oil to your body, especially on energy points like the forehead, wrists, or chest. While doing this, recite a suitable prayer or invocation, visualizing the force or entity entering your ritual space. The oil acts as a channel, facilitating the connection between you and the invoked force.
4.3. Using a magical oil to anoint an object
Anointing ritual objects with magical oils is a powerful method to charge them with energy. For example, to consecrate a talisman or amulet, apply a few drops of oil on the object and rub it while reciting words of blessing or charging. Focus on the intention you want the object to carry (protection, prosperity, etc.). This act of anointing infuses the object with the spiritual properties of the oil and strengthens its magical power.
4.4. Using a magical oil as an offering
Magical oils can be offered to spirits or deities as an act of devotion. To make an offering, pour a few drops of oil on an altar or in a dedicated bowl or dish, while praying or thanking the concerned entity. Some traditions advise anointing sacred objects or statues of deities to reinforce the act of offering, calling upon the benevolence of the spirit or deity.
4.5. Using a magical oil in the home
Magical oils can also be used in the home to create a particular atmosphere or to attract certain energies. For example, you can add a few drops of oil to a diffuser to purify the air and attract positive energies, or mix the oil with water to clean surfaces while charging the home with specific intentions, such as protection or peace. Additionally, anointing door and window frames with a protective oil (such as sage or rosemary) helps create a spiritual shield around the home.
5. Uses according to the type of magical oil
Now find our advice on how to properly use a magical oil according to its association (money, love, protection, etc.). Generally, a magical oil is not meant for skin application or to be diffused in an oil burner, but only intended for ritual use.
5.1. How to use a magical oil associated with money?
To activate this energy in your rituals, you can anoint green candles, symbols of abundance and finances, with a few drops of prosperity oil. When lighting the candle, visualize money flowing into your life, whether through material gains, opportunities, or general financial flourishing. Another method is to anoint objects directly related to money, such as coins or a wallet. By charging them with the oil, these objects become attractors of positive financial energy, facilitating the flow of abundance in your daily environment.
5.2. How to use a magical oil to strengthen love energies?
For an effective ritual, you can anoint a candle or a dagyde in red or pink with the love-related oil, and place it on your altar while visualizing loving energy entering your life. Lighting this candle will strengthen the intention of your ritual, whether to attract new love or strengthen an existing relationship. You can also consecrate symbolic objects, like a love letter or a couple’s talisman, by anointing them with the magical oil so that the energy of love infuses these objects.
5.3. How can a magical oil be used to promote success?
To amplify the energy of success in your projects, magical oils can play a key role. These oils are applied to gold or green candles, symbols of success. Before an important project or during a ritual for professional success, light the candle anointed with this oil while visualizing your goals coming to fruition. The oil can also be applied to objects related to your work or studies, such as a pen or a notebook, to imbue these tools with the energy of success and ensure their role in achieving your ambitions.
5.4. What are the steps to use a magical oil in a protection ritual?
Protection oil, often made from plants like sage, rosemary, or clove, is used to create a spiritual shield against negative energies. To protect your home or sacred space, anoint door and window frames with this oil, thus forming a barrier against unwanted influences. This method is very effective for maintaining a purified and secure environment. During protection rituals, you can also anoint a black or white candle with the oil, light it, and recite prayers or incantations to repel harmful energies and attract protection into your living space.
5.5. How to use a magical oil to get rid of negative energies and curses?
Oils intended for banishment are used to repel negative energies and dissolve curses or hexes. One of the most common ways to use these oils is to anoint a black candle dedicated to a banishment ritual, while visualizing the elimination of negative influences around you. You can also apply this oil to specific objects, such as amulets or talismans, to purify and protect the object against the evil eye or other harmful energies. This helps strengthen the protective energy of the object in its daily use.
5.6. What is the best way to use magical oils during the sabbats?
The magical oils associated with the sabbats are assembled to honor and celebrate seasonal cycles and important transitions in the pagan wheel of the year. Anointing candles dedicated to the sabbat with this oil intensifies the spiritual energy of the moment, fostering connection with ancestors or spirits during this particular period. You can also anoint altar objects or offerings with these oils to consecrate them and make them more effective during celebrations.
6. Another question about using a magical oil?
If the answer to your question is not found in this practical guide, you can of course contact us for a personalized response. Please note, however, that we can only provide answers for oils purchased from our online esoteric shop. We cannot commit to oils bought elsewhere.
