Dried herbs sold for craft and ritual use are for altars, sachets and burning, not for eating or putting on skin unless the product page says so. Whole herbs keep their scent longest, cut herbs are easier to blend, and powders are the most concentrated. Store them airtight, away from light and heat, and label them.
Whole, cut or powder?
The form tells you how a herb is meant to be used. Whole leaves and flowers, such as the Arnica Flower, hold their scent longest and look good on an altar. Cut herbs, such as Angelica Root and Bay Leaves, are easier to measure and blend. Powders, such as ashwagandha, are the most concentrated. Browse the natural herbs collection.
Ready-made herbal blends
If you do not want to blend your own, our 1 oz spell mixes are ready-made blends of dried herbs for personal intention-setting, such as the Attract Love and Banishing mixes. They are traditional folk-practice blends and make no promise about outcomes.
Read the label for intended use
Our herbs are offered for craft, ritual and altar practices. Do not eat, drink or apply them to skin unless the product page explicitly says it is intended for that. Some herbs, such as arnica, are not meant to be swallowed, and others, such as Ashwagandha Root, are also sold elsewhere as supplements, which are a different product with different rules. If you are pregnant, take medicine or have a health condition, ask a doctor before using any herb on or in your body.
How to store dried herbs
- Use an airtight jar or tin, and label it with the herb and the date you opened it.
- Keep it somewhere cool and dark, away from heat and sunlight.
- Keep the container dry, because damp can cause mold.
- Keep herbs out of reach of children and pets.
If you burn herbs
Burn dried herbs only in a fire-safe dish, on a heat-resistant surface, in a ventilated room, and never leave them unattended. Smoke can irritate some people. For burning bundles, read our guide to palo santo and white sage.
A note on beliefs
This guide describes traditional and personal practices for reflection and enjoyment. It is not a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice, and it makes no promise about outcomes.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I eat the herbs I buy for ritual use?
Not unless the product page says it is intended for that. Herbs sold for craft and ritual are not food or medicine.
What is the difference between whole, cut and powdered herbs?
Whole herbs keep their scent longest, cut herbs are easier to measure and blend, and powders are the most concentrated.
How do I store dried herbs?
In an airtight container, in a cool, dark, dry place, with the herb and date written on the label.
Are herbal spell mixes guaranteed to work?
No. They are traditional folk-practice blends for personal intention-setting and make no promise about outcomes.
This guide is general information about fragrance, aromatherapy and home use. It is not medical advice.
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