Shield of Mars Oil
This magic oil is the result of many requests for a good protection oil. I decided to approach this oil from the perspective of the warrior Mars in his protective role. I therefore chose Mars-ruled herbs that are warming but not hot, like ginger, galangal, myrrh, nicotine-free tobacco, and zedoary, as well as other Mars herbs and spices. It also uses natural beeswax as a scent, since bees are the quintessential Mars creature and as we know, they are very protective of their community and their home. What results is a wonderfully warm, slightly spicy scent. The myrrh combines with other scents to give the oil a sort of licorice edge. The beeswax helps create the scent of sun-warmed bee fur. This scent is not only protective but actually comforting, which one does not expect of a Mars combination but which should be one result of protection. Besides acting as a defense against magical or spiritual attack, this ritual oil can be used to honor all Mars spirits in their role as protector. This oil tends to be warm on the skin. Zedoary root contains a natural gold colorant that might stain white clothing. This colorant also makes this oil stand out well if you use it for drawing talismans and seals.

Shield of Mars Oil
1/4 oz. (2 drams/7.5 ml) $16.00

Uses in Witchcraft & Magic:

Protection
Honoring Mars the Protector

Other planetary oils: Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Pluto

Using Magic Oils

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