Aroma Therapy
Blessing Oil
Into safflower or grape seed oil, blend the following herbs - one cup of
oil to 1/2 cup of the following herb blend:
1 part juniper
1 part basil
1 part jasmine blossoms
Set the mixture on a sunny windowsill for about two weeks. Strain out
the herbs. To this oil blend in:
9 drops jasmine oil
Crush three juniper berries and three hazel nuts. Slice three rose
petals and three leaves from a cherry tree. You can substitute the stems
from a cherry if you cannot obtain the leaves. Heat two ounces of olive
oil and pour the mixture into it . Let it simmer for twenty minutes.
Then strain the oil through a layer of cheesecloth and pour the filtered
oil into a bottle. Add three drops of tincture of benzoin compound to
it to keep the oil fro spoiling. This tincture is available at most
pharmacies. label the prepared oil and charge it with the Element.
There are four common methods used for making oils. Each of these
methods is highly effective and is used professionally as well as for
home use. I myself prefer the methods that employ a long, slow heating
process, such as the solar, oven-extraction, or Crock pot or roaster-oven
techniques, over the double-boiler method. But there are times when
I've been thankful to be able to make a medicinal oil in the short time
made possible by the stovetop method.
Solar Infusion Method
Using the simpler' measure, place the desired amount of herbs and
oil in a glass jar. Cover tightly. Place the jar in a warm, sunny
spot. In Europe and the Mediterranean the jars are placed in sandboxes
to attract greater amounts of heat. When traveling in Switzerland, my
daughters and I were fascinated and excited to find jars of St. John's
Wort flowers steeping in oil on the porches and balconies of may
people's homes. The beautiful yellow flower of St. John's Wort turn the
oil a bright red. It is truly beautiful and amazing!
Let the oil/herb mixture infuse for two weeks. People always ask
why the oil doesn't go rancid sitting out in the hot sun. According to
natural laws, it should. But for some magical reason, it seldom does.
I believe it's because of the alchemical fusion of the sun, the herbs,
and the oil. But once strained, the oil will definitely go rancid very
quickly if left in the hot sun.
At the end of two weeks, strain the herbs, rebottle your beautiful
herbal oil, and store it in a cool dark area. If you wish a stronger
oil, add a fresh batch of herbs to the oil, and infuse for two more
weeks. This will double the potency of your medicinal oil.
Using the solar method for making medicinal oils is my favorite
method. I learned it from the wise old Gypsy herbalist, Juliette de
Bairacli Levy. Though a bit more time-consuming than the other methods,
it has the added benefits of the sun, the wisdom of the elders, and a
delightful array of bottles sitting in a sunny spot in the garden or
windowsill of your home.
Oven Extraction Method
Place the oil/herb mixture in a pan with a tight-fitting lid or in
glass canning jars. Put the pan and/or jars in a larger pan with
sufficient water to cover up the bottom half of the container. Turn the
oven on the lowest temperature possible and allow the herbs and oil to
infuse for several hours. Check frequently to prevent the oil from
overheating and burning.
Double Boiler Method
Place the herbs and oil in a double boiler, cover with a
tight-fitting lid, and bring to a low simmer. Slowly heat for one-half
to one hour, checking frequently to be sure the oil is not overheating.
The lower the heat, and the longer the infusion, the better the oil.
This is a quick and simple method that appeals to many modern-day
herbalists. One word of caution, however: oil heats up very quickly.
Be mindful of the temperature. Your preparation can quickly go from a
nice herbal oil infusion to deep-fried comfrey leaves.
Crock pot and Electric Oven Roaster Method
Both Crock pots and electric oven roasters allow for a long, slow
cooking process. The roaster is most often used by small professional
companies making quality herbal products. The herbs can macerate in the
oil for a long period of time (two to four weeks) and the resulting oil
is of a superior quality. Electric roasters can often be found quite
inexpensively at bargain shops and second-hand stores. They are in hot
demand by herbalists!
Place the herbs and oil in the Crackpot or roaster and turn to the
lowest heat. Place the lid on and let the mixture steep for the desired
length of time. The heat is generally higher in the Crock pot and
usually two to four hours is sufficient to prepare good-quality herbal
oils. Check frequently to protect against overheating and burning. In
the roaster, the herb/oil mixture can steep for two to four weeks. It
gives a superior, dark-green herbal oil.
For women who wish to become more attractive (absolutely magnetic) to
men, wear this oil. On a Friday night blend together Jasmine, red rose,
a drop of lavender (no more!), a bit of musk, and ylang ylang oils. This
oil should only be worn by women who are wishing to attract men.
Wisdom Oil
Into 1/4 cup of grape seed oil, blend the following essential oils:
2 drops cinnamon oil
4 drops myrrh oil
3 drops lavender oil
Protection Oil
-magical herbalism by Scott Cunningham
To make a personal protection oil blend together the oils of rosemary,
rose geranium, and cypress. This oil is also used to anoint candles and
is added to protective
cleansing baths.
Louisiana van van oil
this one has a lot of uses ! Add to wash water to soiritually cleans your
home, use a an annointing oil to "uncross" yourself, or add 9 drops to
the bath for 9 days to change your luck.
2 tablespoons lemon grass
2 ounces of oil
steep for a moon cycle or in a crock pot for 12-24 hrs on low. Strain
and bottle. To each bottle add apinch of blessed salt.
Satyr Oil
-Magical Herbalism by Scott Cunningham
A famous, controversial oil. There are several variations in the recipe,
but all are very earthy and passionate gragrances. The man who wears
this should be
prepared for anything! Start with a base of musk and patchouly. Add
cinnamon, carnation, and vanilla oils. Blend and add until the scent
seems right to you. Blend
on Tuesday. This oil should only be worn by men. It doesn't always smell
great, but it works as an aphrodisiac and the results can be quite
amazing!
Old Time Vanilla Extract
4 oz vanilla beans
16 oz. alcohol, edible (or brandy)
16 oz water
Slice beans and cut into fine pieces.
Powder beans with mortar and pestle along with 1-2 oz. granulated sugar.
Place the powder into the alcohol and water mixture.
Let set for 4 weeks.
Strain.
Easy Vanilla Extract
1 quart of good 80-proof brandy
2 vanilla beans, split
Add the two split vanilla beans to the brandy. Cork it / put lid back
on. Let sit for 2 months before using.
Oils
Every witch has a store of rosemary oil, which can be used for any type
of spell-casting. Here is a list of other oils that resonate to specific
desires.
Love- Gardenia, jasmine, lavender, rose
Lust- Basil, cinnamon, ginger, neroli, ylang ylang
Prosperty- Almond, bergamont, honeysuckle, mint, peony
Healing- Carnation, mimosa, rosemary, sandalwood
Protection- Basil, frankincense, lavender, myrrh
Luck- Allspice, nutmeg, orange, violet
Business- Benzoin, cinnamon, mint, peony
Money- Clove, ginger, honeysuckle, nutmeg, pine
Success- Bergamot, clove, ginger, lemon balm
Happiness- Lavender, lily of the valley, marjoram
Sleep- Chamomile, lavender, peppermint, thyme
Vitality-Bay, carnation, pennyroyal, St. John's Wort
Peace- Lavender, gardenia, passion flower, skullcap
Blessings- Benzoin, cumin, rue
Symptom - Aromatherapy Used
Oils used in Aromatherapy
Allergies - chamomile, eucalyptus
Bruises - chamomile, lavender, geranium
Burns - lavender
Colds - eucalyptus, ginger
Cramps - ginger
Dry Skin - lavender, geranium
Fever - peppermint
Headaches - peppermint, lavender
Indigestion - ginger
Insect Bites - thyme, lemon grass, lavender
Insomnia - chamomile, dill
Jet Lag - geranium, lemongrass, grapefruit
Muscle Aches - thyme, ginger
Rashes - chamomile, lavender, eucalyptus
Sprains - giner, thyme
Sunburn - lavender, aloe
Blessed Be
Lady Pavane Maya
