Jasmine Magic: Sweet Scents and Powerful Spells

I’ve always loved jasmine. It reminds me of summer nights when the air feels soft and damp against your cheeks. A few years ago, I planted a tiny jasmine bush in my backyard, right by our screen door, in the hopes it would grow big enough to fill the evening with it's amazing scent. Truthfully it struggled at first, but eventually, it bloomed, and now it's one of my favorite places in the yard. It's where I go when charge my crystals and release my offerings that were on my altar during ritual work. 

Whether you’re a witch or someone who just loves flowers, jasmine is a beautiful friend to have around. Here are 10 ways to use it in your life and magick:

1. Jasmine for Sweet Dreams

Jasmine is known to bring peaceful sleep and vivid dreams. Try putting fresh jasmine in your bedroom or placing dried jasmine flowers in a sachet under your pillow or tuck one into your pillowcase. Allow the scent to soothe the worries of the day away.

2. Love and Attraction Spells

Jasmine is often used in love magick. You can wear jasmine oil as a light perfume when you’re setting love intentions or add the flowers to a charm bag to attract romance or deepen connection. This goes for self-love, too!

3. Relaxation and Calm Energy

Feeling overwhelmed? Jasmine tea or incense can help you relax and slow down. I often sip jasmine tea before bed or after a long day of orders, emails, and Josie’s (my dog’s) barking marathons.

4. Meditation and Spiritual Connection

Jasmine helps quiet the mind. Lighting a jasmine-scented candle or burning incense during meditation can help you feel more connected to your higher self, your guides, or just give you a moment to breathe.

5. Using Jasmine in Spell Jars or Sachets

Add dried jasmine to spell jars or fabric sachets. Combine it with lavender for peace, or with rose petals for love and self-worth. They also smell amazing in drawers or on your altar!

6. Jasmine for Moon Magic

Jasmine is connected to the moon and feminine energy. Use it during full moon rituals to set powerful, heart-centered intentions. It's especially helpful for spells related to dreams, intuition, or emotional healing.

7. Healing and Self-Love

Jasmine supports emotional healing. Add the flowers to your bath, or place a few around your mirror while repeating kind affirmations to yourself. I don't have a bathtub, so I spritz the air with Jasmine and have some body wash with a great jasmine scent. 

8. Anointing with Jasmine Oil

You can anoint candles, tools, or yourself with jasmine oil. It's a lovely way to add beauty and intention to your spells. I use it when I’m working on something creative; it seems to calm my anxiety, allowing myself to get out of my own ways and open up my imagination.

9. Using Jasmine in Divination

Keep jasmine nearby during tarot readings or pendulum work. Its scent encourages clarity and intuition. Plus, it just makes your reading space feel extra special.

10. Decorating with Jasmine for Vibes and Intentions

Even a simple vase of jasmine can lift the energy in a room. I like to place a sprig in my workspace when I need a little more focus or calm. Plus, it makes the whole space smell amazing!