by Lynn Smythe

Created on: January 08, 2008

TOP TEN MAGICAL ESSENTIAL OILS

"Fragrance played a large part in days gone by. An attempt was early made for sanitation in home and community by the protective measures of strewn, burning, and inhaling aromatic herbs. Pleasing odors had beneficial effects and vile odors would ward off evil."
-Rosetta E. Clarkson, Magic Gardens

MAGICAL ASSOCIATIONS OF ESSENTIAL OILS

Essential oils can be used in your magical spells and rituals. Here are the magical properties associated with ten essential oils.

1. Sweet basil - this is an energizing and uplifting oil with a very refreshing, clean scent. Basil essential oil can be used to help relieve mild depression and fatigue. This oil blends well with lavender, rose geranium, and thyme.

Planet=sun
Element=fire
Magical uses=mood elevator, leadership, prosperity, protection

2. German chamomile - this is a calming and relaxing oil. Be careful when using this dark blue colored oil it as it can stain any object it comes into contact with. This essential oil is a terrific one to use as a facial steam treatment for your skin. German chamomile can also be used to help relieve mild depression, insomnia and a variety of digestive complaints. This oil blends well with lavender, marjoram and ylang ylang

Planet=Venus
Element=water
Magical uses=dream work, meditation

3. Clove bud - this oil is energizing and stimulating. It also smells wonderful when mixed with a bit of lavender, lemon or ylang ylang essential oil. Clove bud oil can also be used to help treat acne, athlete's foot, and the pain associated with a toothache

Planet=Jupiter
Element=fire
Magical uses=courage, healing, memory enhancement, protection

4. Lavender - this is a harmonizing, soothing, and rejuvenating oil. It can be used to help relieve mild depression and insomnia. Lavender blends well with most citrus and floral scents in addition to clover, patchouli, and rosemary. This is a great oil to use to help relieve a tension headache.

Planet=Mercury
Element=air
Magical uses=dream work, healing, love

5. Patchouli - this is an earthy, musky and slightly herbal scented oil. It can be used as a fixative to extend the life of other scents. It is an aphrodisiac and can be used in love magic. Patchouli blends well with citrus scents and clove oil

Planet=Saturn
Element=earth
Magical uses=aphrodisiac, love, prosperity

6. Peppermint - this oil blends well with all citrus scented oils in addition to lavender and marjoram. Peppermint oil helps to get rid of excess gas and is a useful herb to use in cases

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