The Real Witches’ Kitchen: Spells, recipes, oils, lotions and potions from the Witches’ Hearth

Use this to drive away negative thoughts, feelings and influences. If you feel that the influences are coming from outside, you can put a few drops of this over each window and doorway to your home. Otherwise wear it personally or use it Magically on a candle.

4 drops frankincense oil

2 drops bergamot oil

2 drops clary sage oil

2 drops lavender oil

Wealth Oil

This oil will not simply bring you money – Magically speaking, that is very dangerous. It will, however, increase your opportunities to earn money.

3 drops basil oil

2 drops ginger oil

1 drop vanilla essence or extract (not flavouring)

Sleep Oil

This oil will aid restful sleep and, with the addition of 2 drops of clary sage, enhance dreams.

6 drops lavender oil

3 drops frankincense oil

1 drop valerian oil

Study Oil

Anoint yourself with this before and during periods of study, also before exams or other tests of memory. This blend can also be used in a burner whilst working or studying.

4 drops rosemary oil

4 drops basil oil

2 drops grapefruit oil

1 drop cajuput oil (optional)

General Healing

This is an all-purpose blend which can be incorporated into 2 tbsp of any base and applied direct to the skin.

6 drops lavender oil

2 drops frankincense oil

2 drops myrrh oil

2 drops jasmine oil

Muscular Aches and Pains

Where there is muscular pain it is best to massage the oil gently into the skin. Unless you are qualified, it is a good idea to avoid attempting any deep massage involving the muscles themselves.

4 drops lavender oil

2 drops rosemary oil

2 drops marjoram oil

2 drops cypress oil

2 drops black pepper oil

Pain in the Joints

As with the preceding blend, the lotion or cream should be gently massaged into the skin, but no manipulation of the underlying tissues should be attempted. If possible, the affected area should be covered (not bound), for about half an hour after treatment.

4 drops lavender oil

3 drops camomile oil

2 drops black pepper oil

2 drops juniper oil

Digestive Complaints

Whilst you may think it unlikely that anything you put on your skin will help your digestion, you could well be surprised. Try:

4 drops lavender oil

3 drops peppermint oil

2 drops fennel oil

2 drops rosemary oil

Colds and ’Flu

If you’re suffering from either of these, you really should be in bed, but I know that that’s not always possible, so the following might help you get through the day. Place a few drops on a tissue and inhale at regular intervals.

4 drops lavender oil

2 drops cinnamon oil