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Ostara in Adelaide: 23rd September
FREE shipping on all orders over $150 within Australia
Ostara in Adelaide: 23rd September
At markets, people often ask how to use ritual oils and what purpose they serve in witchcraft. Another common question is whether ritual oils can be used in a diffuser. Short answer is no, but that is a topic in itself.
Anointing oils, also called spell oils or ritual oils, have been part of rituals for centuries. They focus intent, direct energy and add another layer of magic. Practitioners use them in rituals, ceremonies, initiations and to anoint almost any object.
Most ritual oils contain plants, herbs, flowers or roots prepared for their spiritual energy. In witchcraft, we call on the spirits of these plants to aid our work.
When learning how to use ritual oils effectively, start by selecting the right ones for your intention. Perfume oils do not work well in magic because they often contain synthetic ingredients. Synthetic substances carry no energy as they are made in a lab, not drawn from the earth.
For effective spell weaving, choose oils that contain natural herbs, flowers, roots, pure essential oils or absolutes. These ingredients hold true energy and keep your magic connected to nature. Perfume oils have their place in everyday fragrance, but they will not help you manifest your intention. Always choose the purest, most natural ritual oils you can find from a trusted Australian witchcraft shop like mine, because I can promise you I’m picky about my magic.
High quality ritual oils weave layers of magic and energy into your work. By using oils made from natural plant material, you invite the energy of the earth into your practice, strengthening spells and adding depth to your intention. Selecting the right oil is as important as the ritual itself, ensuring that every drop works in harmony with your magic.
When people ask me how to use ritual oils in witchcraft, I tell them there is no single right way. If something in your magic feels like it needs an extra boost, a ritual oil can add the perfect layer of energy. Spell weaving is all about combining elements that work together, and oils are one of the simplest ways to do that.
One of my favourite ways to show how to use ritual oils is through candle magic. Rubbing ritual oil into a candle blends the oil’s energy with the candle’s element and colour. For example, I often light a green chime candle and anoint it with a draw money oil to slowly build abundance and keep my little shop thriving.
You can also get creative with how to use ritual oils. Anoint the corners of your altar, the clasp of a talisman, the edge of a spell bag or the frame of a mirror for layered magic. Rub a little onto door frames to welcome specific energies into your space, or onto a journal cover to charge your written spells. I have even dabbed ritual oil on my shoes before a long day when I needed every step to carry intent. The only real limit is your imagination and the intention you set.
Other objects you can anoint with ritual oils include door knobs, telephones, money, vehicles, letters or tools you use daily. These everyday items can quietly hold and carry your magic. The list is endless. Be creative, after all it is your magic.
Talismans strengthen their purpose when aligned with your intention using ritual oils.
Charms hold energy beautifully, especially when carried in pockets, placed in bags or hung in the home. This is one of my favourite ways to use ritual oils for everyday magic.
Ritual tools respond well to oils. Anoint the corners of your altar, the handle of your athame, over a wand, or dab a pentagram to strengthen protection.
Books and grimoires benefit from oil on the cover or corners to charge the pages with intention before writing or reading.
Bags and pouches such as charm bags, herb sachets or small crystal pouches keep their contents charged when treated with oil.
Altars and sacred spaces hold intention well. Run oil along edges, legs or across the cloth to keep the space aligned with your purpose.
Musical instruments like drums, rattles or bells gain layered energy when applied to handles or frames.
Doors and windows can be treated along the frame to welcome blessings or keep unwanted energies out.
Crystals gain an extra boost in energy with oil, but always check if they can handle it. Some, like selenite or malachite, must never touch water or oil.
Jewellery becomes a stylish way to carry magic when gemstone pieces are treated to weave their energy with your intention.
Statues and figurines representing deities or spirits strengthen your connection during offerings and rituals.
Oil burners fill a space with magical vibrations. Use a tealight burner or electric diffuser with a few drops of oil and enjoy the layered energy.
Bath magic allows you to work through water by adding a few drops to the bath. This also applies to essential or medicinal oils for healing or restorative focus.
Anoint your body with ritual oils during magical workings or wear them as a perfume to hold your intention close. When you know how to use ritual oils for ongoing spell weaving, you can keep your magic alive long after the ritual ends.
Some intentions need time to fully manifest. Continue anointing and working over days, weeks or even months until the result comes to life. Carrying that layer of magic with you helps strengthen the energy and keep it moving toward your goal.
Always test ritual oils on a small area of skin first. Even oils labelled safe can cause irritation, especially those made with pure essential oils. To learn more about how to use ritual oils in your own craft, explore the ritual oils available in this trusted Australian witchcraft shop!
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