Honouring the passage between life and death requires sacred tools, crafted with intent and reverence. Oils and incense serve as bridges between worlds, opening the Veil, guiding spirits, and providing protection for those who walk the liminal path. Below are recipes for oils and incense used in death magic and rites of passage.
Death magic, rites of passage, and spiritual transformation, the use of sacred oils and incense plays a vital role in creating an environment conducive to connection, healing, and spiritual guidance. These rituals, which honour the departed, guide souls through their transitions, and help the living cope with grief and loss, are ancient practices that have been passed down through generations. The tools and ingredients we use to engage with these energies are not just symbolic; they hold deep metaphysical power, helping to facilitate the spiritual processes that accompany death and transformation.
The following recipes for oils and incense are specifically designed to deepen your connection with the unseen realms—whether you’re seeking to communicate with ancestors, protect the living and the dead from negative influences, or guide the soul through the transition between life and death. By blending natural ingredients such as resins, herbs, and essential oils, we can craft sacred tools that support our rituals and heighten our awareness of the spiritual forces at play.
In these recipes, you will find a variety of blends to assist with different aspects of death magic: banishing harmful energies, invoking ancestral guidance, facilitating safe passage for souls, and promoting healing and renewal. The ritual use of oils and incense can serve as a bridge between the physical world and the spiritual, helping us honour the deceased and establish deeper communication with those who have passed, while also empowering ourselves and others to navigate the complexities of life and death.
Whether you are marking a personal transition, performing a ritual to honour your ancestors, or guiding a loved one through their own passage, these blends will support you in connecting with the divine and the spirit world. Each recipe is designed to empower you on your spiritual journey, helping you navigate the mysteries of death with wisdom, respect, and grace.
Sacred Death Oil
Used for anointing candles, ritual tools, or the body during rites of passage and spirit communication.
Ingredients:
3 parts Cypress essential oil (for transition and spirit guidance)
2 parts Myrrh essential oil (for preservation and connection to the dead)
2 parts Patchouli essential oil (for grounding and stabilizing energy)
1 part Mugwort essential oil (for opening the third eye and spirit contact)
1 part Wormwood essential oil (for deepening trance work)
Dried Yew needles (symbol of the underworld and longevity)
A small piece of Obsidian or Black Tourmaline (for protection)
Carrier oil (Jojoba or Almond oil preferred)
Instructions:
In a dark glass bottle, combine the essential oils.
Add dried Yew needles and the small stone.
Fill the bottle with your chosen carrier oil, shaking gently to mix.
Charge under a dark moon, whispering the names of the spirits or ancestors you wish to honour.
Spirit Calling Incense
Burned during seances, divination, or rituals to summon and communicate with spirits.
Ingredients:
2 parts Frankincense resin (to elevate and clear energy)
2 parts Myrrh resin (to enhance connection with spirits)
1 part Dittany of Crete (for summoning spirits)
1 part Mugwort (to open psychic awareness)
1 part Wormwood (to thin the Veil)
1 part Yew needles (for honouring the dead)
1 pinch Graveyard Dirt (collected respectfully from a sacred site)
Instructions:
Grind all ingredients together in a mortar and pestle.
Store in an airtight container until ready for use.
Burn on a charcoal disc in a fire-safe vessel.
Rite of Passage Anointing Oil
Used to anoint the forehead, hands, and feet of the deceased or the grieving to ease transition and provide peace.
Ingredients:
3 parts Lavender essential oil (for comfort and soothing energy)
2 parts Sandalwood essential oil (for deep spiritual connection)
1 part Cypress essential oil (for passage to the next realm)
1 part Rose absolute (for love and remembrance)
A sprig of dried Rosemary (for memory and protection)
A few dried Marigold petals (for guiding the spirit)
Carrier oil (Olive or Jojoba preferred)
Instructions:
Combine essential oils in a small bottle.
Add the dried herbs.
Fill with carrier oil and shake gently.
Hold in your hands and speak words of peace and guidance into the oil before use.
This oil is specifically made to connect with ancestors and spirits of the departed, inviting them to guide and protect during the rites of passage.
Ingredients:
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Base Oil: 2 oz. of Almond oil (light and used to carry energies gently)
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Rosemary Essential Oil: 5 drops (for remembrance, protection, and spiritual connection)
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Cedarwood Essential Oil: 5 drops (grounding, calling upon ancient wisdom, and honouring spirits)
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Lavender Essential Oil: 3 drops (for peace, rest, and soothing of souls)
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Sage Essential Oil: 4 drops (cleansing, clearing, and protection from negative energy)
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Dried Lavender Flowers: 1 teaspoon (for peace, rest, and connection to ancestors)
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Dried Rosemary: 1 teaspoon (for remembrance and spiritual connection)
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A Small Clear Quartz Crystal (optional, for amplifying energy)
Instructions:
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Combine the almond oil with dried lavender and rosemary in a small glass jar or vial.
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Add the essential oils: Rosemary, Cedarwood, Lavender, and Sage.
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Place the Clear Quartz crystal into the jar (optional, to amplify the energy of ancestor communication and spiritual connection).
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Seal the jar tightly and store it in a dark, quiet place for at least 7 days.
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Shake the jar daily while focusing on your intention to connect with the ancestors.
How to Use:
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Anoint candles or yourself before ancestor rituals or offerings.
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Use during meditation or prayer to invoke the spirits of your ancestors.
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Apply to an altar or ritual tools before performing a ceremony for the dead.
4. Spirit Release Incense
This incense blend is designed to aid in the peaceful release of spirits, assisting them in transitioning to the afterlife or helping them find their way.
Ingredients:
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Copal Resin: 1 part (used for purification and spiritual protection, helpful for crossing the veil)
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Lavender Flowers: 1 part (promotes peace and rest for the departed spirit)
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White Sage: 1/2 part (cleanses and purifies, clears away negative energy)
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Cedarwood Chips: 1/2 part (for grounding and helping spirits find their path)
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Dried Mugwort: 1/4 part (helps guide spirits and enhances spiritual sight)
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Cinnamon Powder: 1/4 part (for clearing obstacles and helping to open the spirit’s path)
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A pinch of Sea Salt (optional, to add protection and strengthen the bond between realms)
Instructions:
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Grind all the herbs and resins into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle, focusing on the intent of guiding spirits and aiding their peaceful transition.
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Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl.
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Store the mixture in a glass jar and allow it to cure for 7 days for the energies to settle and blend.
How to Use:
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Light this incense on a charcoal disc during spirit release ceremonies.
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Place it on an altar or burn it while performing a ritual to release spirits or guide them toward peace.
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This incense can also be used to cleanse a space that may have lingering spiritual energy, especially after a death or ritual.
Soul Cleansing Oil
This oil is used to cleanse and release any lingering negative or stagnant energy from the spirit and body, allowing for purification and peace as the soul transitions. It can be used on yourself, ritual objects, or in cleansing spaces.
Ingredients:
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Base Oil: 2 oz. of Grapeseed oil (light and absorbs easily, used for purification)
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Frankincense Essential Oil: 6 drops (cleansing, purifying, and enhancing spiritual connection)
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Lemongrass Essential Oil: 5 drops (for clearing negativity and inviting clarity)
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Palo Santo Essential Oil: 3 drops (to cleanse energy and protect the spirit)
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Patchouli Essential Oil: 4 drops (to ground, protect, and aid in deep spiritual connection)
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Dried Lemon Peel: 1 teaspoon (used for cleansing, purification, and uplifting energy)
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A pinch of Sea Salt (for purification and protection)
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A small Black Tourmaline Stone (optional, for protection and energy grounding)
Instructions:
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In a small glass bottle, combine the grapeseed oil with dried lemon peel and sea salt.
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Add the essential oils: Frankincense, Lemongrass, Palo Santo, and Patchouli.
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If desired, add a small Black Tourmaline stone for additional protection and grounding.
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Seal the bottle tightly, and allow the oil to sit for 5-7 days in a cool, dark place. Shake the bottle gently each day.
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Strain the oil before use if you added larger herb pieces.
How to Use:
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Anoint yourself, candles, or ritual tools before beginning a cleansing or death-related ritual.
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Apply it to your skin before performing a ritual for purification and release.
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Use it to cleanse spaces or objects connected to the dead, helping to clear away stagnant energy.
6. Crossing Over Incense
This incense blend is specifically created to help a spirit cross over into the afterlife, guiding the soul to the light and aiding in the peaceful transition. It can also be used in rites of passage to honour those making their journey into the next realm.
Ingredients:
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Dragon’s Blood Resin: 1 part (for potency, strength, and to honour the transition between realms)
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Frankincense Resin: 1 part (for purification and spiritual communication)
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White Sage: 1/2 part (cleansing and protection from harmful energies)
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Cinnamon Sticks: 1/4 part (to open the way and create a path of transformation)
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Rosemary: 1/4 part (for remembrance, protection, and spiritual connection)
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Dried Rose Petals: 1/2 part (for love, peace, and safe passage)
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A pinch of Salt (optional, to strengthen the crossing and protect the soul on its journey)
Instructions:
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Grind the Dragon’s Blood, Frankincense, Cinnamon, and Rosemary into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle, while focusing on the intention to guide souls across the veil.
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Mix the powders together in a small bowl, adding the dried rose petals and salt (if using).
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Store the incense in a glass jar, allowing it to settle and blend for at least 7 days before use.
How to Use:
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Burn the incense on a charcoal disc or in an incense holder during rites of passage or when guiding a spirit across the veil.
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Place the incense on an altar or in the space where you are conducting a crossing ceremony.
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As the smoke rises, focus on offering light, love, and protection to the soul as it moves into the next realm.
Guardian Spirit Oil
This oil is used to invoke and honour protective spirits, ensuring safety during the rites of passage and facilitating a powerful connection to guardian spirits, both ancestral and spiritual.
Ingredients:
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Base Oil: 2 oz. of Sweet Almond Oil (known for its gentle and nurturing qualities)
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Black Pepper Essential Oil: 5 drops (for protection, breaking through spiritual blocks, and invoking strength)
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Benzoin Resin Essential Oil: 4 drops (for protection, purification, and creating a spiritual shield)
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Clary Sage Essential Oil: 3 drops (to enhance spiritual awareness, insight, and protection during the rite)
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Hyssop Essential Oil: 3 drops (for purification and to banish negativity)
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Dried Juniper Berries: 1 teaspoon (for protection, purification, and warding off evil spirits)
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A pinch of Black Salt (optional, for extra protection and to clear harmful energies)
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A Small Obsidian Stone (optional, for grounding and added protection)
Instructions:
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In a small glass vial, mix the base oil (sweet almond oil) with dried Juniper berries and Black Salt.
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Add the essential oils: Black Pepper, Benzoin, Clary Sage, and Hyssop. As you add each oil, visualize calling upon your guardian spirits and protection.
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If desired, add the Obsidian stone to the vial to strengthen the protection energy.
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Seal the vial tightly and place it in a dark, quiet place for 5-7 days to allow the energy to infuse.
How to Use:
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Anoint your body, candles, or ritual tools before engaging in any death-related rites or passages for protection.
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Use during ancestor rituals to call upon protective spirits and honour guardians.
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Apply to yourself or others in times of spiritual transition, offering protection during times of change.
8. Ancestral Calling Incense
This incense is crafted to call upon the spirits of your ancestors, inviting them to witness and participate in rituals, offering wisdom, guidance, and protection during rites of passage.
Ingredients:
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Frankincense Resin: 1 part (for spiritual connection, purification, and offering to the ancestors)
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Myrrh Resin: 1 part (to honour the ancestors, create a sacred space, and aid in transition)
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Bay Leaves: 1/2 part (used to invoke wisdom, clarity, and to honour the ancestral line)
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Lavender Flowers: 1/2 part (for peace, calm, and connection to the spirit world)
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Cedar Chips: 1/4 part (for grounding and honouring ancient spirits)
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Rosemary: 1/4 part (to honour memory, protect the living, and connect with departed souls)
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A pinch of Salt (optional, for purification and protection of the space)
Instructions:
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Grind the Frankincense, Myrrh, and Bay Leaves into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle, focusing on connecting with your ancestors and the spiritual realm.
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Mix in the Lavender flowers, Cedar chips, and Rosemary to complete the blend.
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Add a pinch of Salt (optional) to purify the energy and protect the space.
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Store the mixture in a glass jar, allowing it to sit for at least 7 days for the energies to blend and strengthen.
How to Use:
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Light this incense on a charcoal disc during ancestor honouring rituals or when invoking the spirits of your forebears.
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Place it on your altar or in a space where you are conducting rites of passage to help open the communication between you and your ancestors.
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As the smoke rises, focus on calling in the wisdom, guidance, and protection of your ancestors.
Shadow Work Oil
This oil is specifically designed for shadow work, which is the process of confronting and integrating the darker, unacknowledged aspects of oneself. It can be used during death rituals to address unresolved issues, heal the soul, and release attachments that may prevent smooth transitions.
Ingredients:
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Base Oil: 2 oz. of Jojoba Oil (light and easily absorbed by the skin, perfect for spiritual work)
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Vetiver Essential Oil: 4 drops (for grounding, protection, and connecting with deep, hidden aspects of the self)
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Black Pepper Essential Oil: 3 drops (for protection, banishing negative influences, and pushing through blockages)
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Sandalwood Essential Oil: 5 drops (for spiritual grounding, insight, and releasing attachments)
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Patchouli Essential Oil: 4 drops (for healing, grounding, and invoking transformation)
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Dried Wormwood: 1 teaspoon (to open the gates to the underworld and enhance spiritual work)
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A pinch of Black Salt (for protection, banishing negativity, and cleansing)
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A Small Amethyst Crystal (optional, for emotional healing and protection from negative energy)
Instructions:
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In a small glass bottle, combine the base oil (jojoba) with dried wormwood and black salt.
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Add the essential oils: Vetiver, Black Pepper, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. As you do, focus on your intention to confront and release what no longer serves you.
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If you wish, add the Amethyst crystal for its healing and protective properties.
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Seal the bottle tightly and place it in a dark, quiet space for 7 days, shaking it gently each day to help the energies blend.
How to Use:
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Anoint yourself with the oil before performing shadow work, meditation, or death-related rituals to address unresolved emotions.
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Use this oil when cleansing or purging negative attachments and energies during rites of passage.
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Apply to candles or tools to deepen the connection with the inner self and spirits of transformation.
10. Soul Retrieval Incense
This incense is intended for the process of soul retrieval—an essential ritual that can help recover lost or fragmented pieces of the soul during times of death, grief, or intense spiritual transition. It’s helpful for both the living and the dead, bringing healing and reunification.
Ingredients:
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Frankincense Resin: 1 part (for purification, spiritual connection, and opening the path to the divine)
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Dragon’s Blood Resin: 1 part (for potency, strength, and aiding in spiritual retrieval)
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Myrrh Resin: 1/2 part (to honour the soul and ancestors, and facilitate transition)
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Rosemary: 1/2 part (for remembrance, spiritual connection, and healing)
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Juniper Berries: 1/4 part (for protection and purification, especially for the soul’s return)
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Damiana: 1/4 part (for spiritual strength, healing, and attraction of positive energies)
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A pinch of White Salt (optional, for purification and strengthening the bond between realms)
Instructions:
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Grind the Frankincense, Dragon’s Blood, and Myrrh into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle while focusing on the intention of retrieving lost soul fragments.
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Add the Rosemary, Juniper Berries, and Damiana to the mix, continuing to focus on healing and the reunion of soul pieces.
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Optionally, add a pinch of White Salt for purification and protection during the ritual.
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Store the incense blend in a glass jar for at least 7 days, allowing the energies to combine and strengthen.
How to Use:
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Light this incense on a charcoal disc or in an incense burner during soul retrieval rituals or to honour those who have passed.
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Use during deep healing rituals to guide the soul back to wholeness or assist others in reclaiming their lost soul pieces.
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Burn this incense while meditating on spiritual healing, transformation, and the reunification of the soul.
Banishing Death Oil
This oil is used to help clear negative energies, banish unwanted spirits, and protect the space and those within it from harmful influences during death rites and transition ceremonies. It can be used to cleanse the energetic space around the deceased or the living, ensuring peace and safety.
Ingredients:
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Base Oil: 2 oz. of Olive Oil (a grounding and purifying carrier oil)
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Black Pepper Essential Oil: 4 drops (for banishing, clearing negative energy, and protection)
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Cypress Essential Oil: 5 drops (for grounding and aiding in the transition of souls, as well as providing protection during rites of passage)
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Sage Essential Oil: 3 drops (for cleansing and purifying the space, and banishing unwanted spirits)
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Clove Bud Essential Oil: 2 drops (for clearing and protecting, and to break through spiritual blockages)
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Dried Sage Leaves: 1 teaspoon (for purification and warding off negative spirits)
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A pinch of Black Salt (for extra protection and to ward off harmful energies)
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A Small Black Tourmaline Crystal (optional, for grounding and additional protection)
Instructions:
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In a small glass bottle, combine the olive oil with dried sage leaves and black salt.
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Add the essential oils: Black Pepper, Cypress, Sage, and Clove Bud. As you add each oil, focus on your intention to clear and banish negative energy, while protecting the space and those involved in the ritual.
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If desired, place a small Black Tourmaline crystal in the bottle for grounding and protection.
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Seal the bottle tightly and store it in a cool, dark place for 7-10 days, shaking it gently each day.
How to Use:
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Anoint candles, yourself, or your ritual tools before performing banishing or protective death rituals.
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Use this oil to cleanse the space before working with the deceased or any spiritual entities.
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Apply to areas of stagnation or imbalance in the home or ritual space to clear negative energy.
12. Passage Incense for the Departed
This incense blend is designed specifically for rituals that help guide the soul through the passage of death. It aids in offering protection and spiritual assistance to the deceased, ensuring their safe passage to the other side, while honouring their journey.
Ingredients:
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Frankincense Resin: 1 part (for spiritual connection, purification, and honouring the soul's journey)
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Cinnamon Bark: 1/2 part (to open the path, help the soul transition, and invite divine guidance)
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Benzoin Resin: 1/2 part (for protection, purification, and to strengthen the bond between realms)
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Mugwort: 1/4 part (to enhance spiritual insight and vision, guiding the soul safely across the veil)
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Rose Petals: 1/4 part (to honour the soul, offer peace, and invite love during the transition)
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Clove Buds: 1/4 part (for protection, purification, and to help break through obstacles during the soul’s journey)
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A pinch of White Salt (optional, to purify and protect the space during rituals for the deceased)
Instructions:
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Grind the Frankincense, Cinnamon, and Benzoin resins into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle while focusing on the intention of helping the soul transition peacefully.
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Add the Mugwort, Rose Petals, and Clove Buds to the mix, continuing to envision the soul’s safe passage.
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Optionally, add a pinch of White Salt to purify the energy and protect the space.
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Store the incense mixture in a glass jar, allowing it to settle and infuse for at least 7 days before use.
How to Use:
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Light the incense on a charcoal disc during a passage ritual or when performing a ceremony for the deceased.
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Use in sacred space or during meditation to guide the soul safely through the transition of death.
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Burn this incense while performing prayers, chants, or offerings to the departed, assisting their movement to the other side.
Rebirth Oil
This oil is used to help facilitate spiritual rebirth, renewal, and transformation. It's particularly useful for rituals where the deceased or living are undergoing a transition, whether it be physical death or symbolic death, such as the death of the ego. This oil helps bring about regeneration and new beginnings after a period of loss or transformation.
Ingredients:
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Base Oil: 2 oz. of Jojoba Oil (nourishing and easily absorbed, perfect for spiritual work)
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Bergamot Essential Oil: 5 drops (for uplifting, cleansing, and encouraging positive change)
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Rosemary Essential Oil: 4 drops (for remembrance, purification, and clearing away the past)
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Ginger Essential Oil: 3 drops (for vitality, strength, and spiritual awakening)
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Patchouli Essential Oil: 4 drops (for grounding and transformation)
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Dried Calendula Petals: 1 teaspoon (for healing, protection, and new beginnings)
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A pinch of White Salt (for purification and protection during the rebirth process)
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A Small Citrine Crystal (optional, for energy, renewal, and abundance)
Instructions:
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In a small glass bottle, mix the jojoba oil with dried calendula petals and a pinch of white salt.
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Add the essential oils: Bergamot, Rosemary, Ginger, and Patchouli. As you do, focus on the intention of rebirth and transformation.
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If desired, add a small Citrine crystal for its qualities of renewal and abundance.
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Seal the bottle tightly and store it in a dark, cool place for 7-10 days. Shake it gently each day to encourage the blending of energies.
How to Use:
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Anoint yourself or others with this oil before performing rituals or ceremonies for death and rebirth.
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Use it on candles or ritual tools to promote transformation and new beginnings.
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Apply to your body when working through personal transformation, grief, or loss, aiding in the journey of spiritual renewal.
14. Graveyard Incense
This incense is specifically created for connecting with the spirits of the dead in the graveyard or ancestral burial sites. It aids in honouring the dead, calling upon spirits for guidance, and enhancing communication with those who have passed.
Ingredients:
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Frankincense Resin: 1 part (for purification, spiritual connection, and honouring the dead)
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Mugwort: 1/2 part (for enhancing psychic abilities and spiritual connection)
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Wormwood: 1/2 part (for opening the gates to the spirit world and facilitating contact with the deceased)
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Cedarwood Chips: 1/4 part (to honour the ancestors, ground energy, and offer protection)
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Lavender Flowers: 1/4 part (for peace, remembrance, and facilitating restful communication)
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Benzoin Resin: 1/4 part (for protection, purification, and strength in spiritual rituals)
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A pinch of Sea Salt (optional, to purify the space and protect from negative energies)
Instructions:
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Grind the Frankincense, Mugwort, and Wormwood resins into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle while focusing on the intention to connect with the dead and open the spiritual gates.
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Add the Cedarwood chips, Lavender flowers, and Benzoin resin to the mixture.
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Optionally, add a pinch of Sea Salt to further purify the energy.
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Store the incense mixture in a sealed glass jar for at least 7 days, allowing the energies to settle and combine.
How to Use:
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Light the incense on a charcoal disc during graveyard visits, ancestor rituals, or when seeking communication with spirits.
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Burn this incense in your ritual space or near a grave or memorial site to honour the dead and invite the spirits to speak.
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Use during meditation or prayer to deepen your connection to ancestors and the spirits of the departed.
Ancestral Guidance Oil
This oil is designed to invoke the presence of your ancestors and provide them with offerings during rituals. It can also be used to establish communication with ancestral spirits, seeking their wisdom and guidance during death rites or periods of transition.
Ingredients:
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Base Oil: 2 oz. of Grapeseed Oil (light and nurturing, perfect for spiritual work)
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Sandalwood Essential Oil: 5 drops (for spiritual connection, protection, and ancestral communication)
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Cedarwood Essential Oil: 4 drops (for grounding, honouring ancestors, and spiritual connection)
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Basil Essential Oil: 3 drops (for prosperity, protection, and summoning ancestors)
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Clary Sage Essential Oil: 4 drops (for insight, vision, and connection to ancestral wisdom)
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Dried Rose Petals: 1 teaspoon (for love, remembrance, and peaceful connection with the ancestors)
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A pinch of White Sage (for purification and removing obstacles during the ritual)
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A Small Obsidian Stone (optional, for protection and grounding)
Instructions:
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In a small glass vial, combine the grapeseed oil with dried rose petals and white sage.
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Add the essential oils: Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Basil, and Clary Sage. As you add each oil, focus on the intention to call upon your ancestors for guidance and wisdom.
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If desired, add the Obsidian stone for additional protection and grounding.
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Seal the bottle tightly and store it in a dark, quiet place for 7-10 days, shaking it gently each day to allow the energies to blend.
How to Use:
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Anoint yourself, ritual tools, or candles before engaging in rituals to honour your ancestors or seek their guidance.
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Use during ancestor veneration rituals to enhance communication and deepen your connection with the spirits of your lineage.
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Apply to your body or ritual space before invoking or honouring ancestors during death rites or transitions.
16. Spirit Gate Incense
This incense is used to open the spiritual gates during death rites, allowing souls to pass through safely, and ensuring a smooth transition between worlds. It is ideal for rituals where a soul is being guided to the afterlife or when honouring the spirits of the dead.
Ingredients:
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Frankincense Resin: 1 part (for spiritual connection and to purify the space)
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Dragon’s Blood Resin: 1/2 part (for potency, strength, and spiritual power)
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Myrrh Resin: 1/2 part (for honouring the soul’s journey, protection, and offering to the dead)
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Wormwood: 1/4 part (for opening the spiritual gates and guiding souls through the veil)
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Lavender Flowers: 1/4 part (for peace, rest, and gentle transition)
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Cypress: 1/4 part (to help the soul transition, bring protection, and honour the cycle of life and death)
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A pinch of Sea Salt (optional, to purify and protect during the ritual)
Instructions:
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Grind the Frankincense, Dragon’s Blood, and Myrrh resins into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle while focusing on your intention to open the gates for the spirit’s safe passage.
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Add the Wormwood, Lavender flowers, and Cypress to the mix, continuing to visualize the soul moving safely from one realm to the other.
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Optionally, add a pinch of Sea Salt to purify the energy and protect the space.
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Store the incense mixture in a sealed glass jar for at least 7 days to allow the energies to blend.
How to Use:
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Light this incense on a charcoal disc when performing rituals for guiding souls to the other side or honoring the transition from life to death.
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Use it when opening the gates for ancestors or deceased loved ones to communicate or when preparing a space for a funeral or memorial.
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Burn this incense in your ritual space or on an altar to invite spiritual support and protection for the soul’s journey.
The creation of these blends, infused with intention and respect, allows you to actively engage with the mysteries of death and the afterlife, supporting the healing, growth, and protection of the soul.
By incorporating these oils and incense into your practices, you are not only honouring the deceased but also creating a safe, sacred space for both the living and the dead to undergo the profound processes of transition, release, and transformation.
May these recipes support you in your spiritual journey, bringing peace, protection, and deeper connection with the realms of the dead, the ancestors, and the unseen forces that guide us through life and death.
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