Planetary oils are essential oils that are formulated based on traditional planetary correspondences. They can be used in ritual work, worn as a personal scent, or to connect with a planet’s energy. For example, some essential oils associated with planets include:
Jupiter
Sandalwood, anise, clove, almond, and rosewood
Neptune
Ambergris, lotus, and cucumber
Mercury
Lavender, bayberry, spearmint, valerian, and star anise
Mars
Dragons blood resin, wormwood, basil, ginger, and cinnamon leaf
Venus
Ylang ylang, which is said to help dispel fear and promote self-confidence
Moon
Eucalyptus oil, which is associated with health and the mind and body
Why use planetary oils in your magic?
Oils can also be used to care for spirit statues and as a devotional tool when working with spirits, as well as having a role in ritual work, planetary magic, angelic magic, evocation, and just about any purpose designated by the practitioner.
Basic planetary oil recipes
These can be used anytime you wish to further connect with a Planet’s energy, worn as a personal scent, and in your Ritual work
Venus Oil (Planetary)
- 3 drops Ylang-Ylang
- 2 drops Geranium
- 1 drop Cardamom
- 1 drop Chamomile
Add to 1/2 oz carrier oil. Wear to attract love and friendships, to promote beauty, and for other Venusian influences.
Saturn Oil (Planetary)
- 4 drops Cypress
- 2 drops Patchouli
- 1 drop Myrrh
Wear to break negative habits, when looking for a house, to create an aura of mystery around you, when going antiquing to find bargains, or for any Saturnian-type rituals.
Mars Oil (Planetary)
- 2 drops Ginger
- 2 drops Basil
- 1 drop Black Pepper
Wear for physical power, lust, magickal energy and all Martian influences.
Mercury Oil (Planetary)
- 4 drops Lavender
- 2 drops Eucalyptus
- 1 drop Peppermint
Wear this to draw Mercurial influences, such as communication, intelligence, travel and so on.
Jupiter Oil (Planetary)
- 3 drops Oakmoss Bouquet
- 1 drop Clove
- 1 drop Tonka Bouquet
Wear for wealth, prosperity, help in legal matters and all other Jupiterian influences.
Sagittarius Oil
- 4 drops Rosemary
- 2 drops Oakmoss Bouquet
- 1 drop Clove
Wear as a personal oil to increase your powers.
Scorpio Oil
- 3 drops Pine
- 2 drops Cardamom
- 1 drop Black Pepper
Wear as a personal oil to increase your powers.
Taurus Oil
- 4 drops Oakmoss Bouquet
- 2 drops Cardamom
- 1 drop Ylang-Ylang
Wear as a personal oil to increase your powers.
Virgo Oil
- 4 drops Oakmoss Bouquet
- 2 drops Patchouli
- 1 drop Cypress
Add to 1/2 oz carrier oil. Wear as a personal oil to increase your powers.
Pisces Oil
- 3 drops Ylang-Ylang
- 3 drops Sandalwood
- 1 drop Jasmine
Wear as a personal oil to increase your own powers.
Aquarius Oil
- 5 drops Lavender
- 1 drop Cypress
- 1 drop Patchouli
Wear as a personal oil to increase your own powers.
Gemini Oil
- 4 drops Lavender
- 1 drop Peppermint
- 1 drop Lemongrass
- 1 drop Sweet Pea Bouquet
Wear as a personal oil to increase your own powers.
Aries Oil
3 drops Frankincense
- 1 drop Ginger
- 1 drop Black Pepper
- 1 drop Petitgrain
Wear as a personal oil to increase your own powers.
Cancer Oil (Moonchildren)
- 4 drops Palmarosa
- 1 drop Chamomile
- 1 drop Yarrow
Wear as a personal oil to increase your own powers.
Capricorn Oil
- 3 drops Vetivert
- 2 drops Cypress
- 1 drop Patchouli
Wear as a personal oil to increase your own powers.