A Love Spell for the New Moon: Anointing the Path to Sacred Partnership

I observed my own giddy state while gathering herbs & flowers from my newly curated apothecary, to prepare a love oil on this new moon. I have been excited & fascinated by the idea of potions, spells and herbal remedies and elixers since I was a kid and this moment brought me back to the woods of my childhood, mixing potions from leaves and marsh water with my girlfriends, enchanted by the idea that nature held answers and spells. And now, I’ve relocated back to where I first experimented  decades ago and after years of transition, deep soul excavation, and walking through some of the darkest corridors of identity and self-worth, here I am, I am here (an affirmation I found helpful when grounding in new locations during my year of travel). And now, I’m ready to call in love – a life partner, a father to my children.

Why This New Moon?

New moons mark beginnings—ripe ground for planting intentions. This one, anchored in Taurus (my sun sign), carries a particular charge. Taurus is ruled by Venus, the goddess of love, beauty, pleasure. Add to that the energetic momentum I’ve been riding since working with Bobinsana tincture, witnessing manifestations rolling in fast and furiously, this night feels like a divine window to call in my partner.

The Ritual Begins

Everything felt intentional. I dressed up—not for anyone else, but for myself. I wrapped my hair in a scarf I bought in Izmir, Turkey, thinking of Ece, my Workaway host-turned-sister, who reignited my love for herbalism. In her kitchen on her organic homestead, we created salves, lotions and potions from her garden herbs. That scarf, that memory, felt like a blessing in itself.

I used apricot kernel oil as my base for the properties listed below, made by a witchy local herbalist in Salem, Massachusetts. Salem. (Yes, that Salem—the one thick with history, persecution, and reclaimed power. There’s something deeply poetic about sourcing magic from those grounds.)

• Texture: Lightweight and absorbs quickly, perfect for anointing

• Healing: Rich in vitamins A and E, gentle on the heart and womb

• Aroma: Neutral, so the herbs can shine

• Shelf life: Holds up well over time

The Botanical Cast

This botanical cast is a powerhouse blend of heart-opening, sensual, and energetically aligned herbs that work together to awaken the body, soften the spirit, and magnetize sacred partnership. Each plant holds a unique frequency—from the dreamy mysticism of Blue Lotus to the grounded sovereignty of Vitex, the fiery allure of Hibiscus to the sacred devotion of Tulsi. Together, they create a layered, multidimensional love potion—one that speaks to both soul and skin, desire and divine timing. It’s not just about attracting love—it’s about preparing your whole being to receive it.

Blue Lotus (Nymphaea caerulea)
Energetics: Sensual, mystical, elevating
Physical: Eases tension, opens perception, gently sedative
Love Magic: Connects us to sacred sensuality and the divine feminine—an aphrodisiac for the soul

Damiana (Turnera diffusa)
Energetics: Aphrodisiac, emotionally expansive
Physical: Tones the reproductive system, ignites libido, uplifts the spirit
Love Magic: Sparks desire, stirs the creative cauldron, strengthens heart energy

Rose Petals (Rosa spp.)
Energetics: Heart-softening, romantic, magnetic
Physical: Cooling, anti-inflammatory, nurturing to the skin and emotional body
Love Magic: Attracts tenderness, deepens intimacy, shields while opening the heart

Vitex Berries (Vitex agnus-castus)
Energetics: Sovereign, rhythmic, intuitive
Physical: Balances hormones, enhances fertility
Love Magic: Supports divine timing and discernment in partner calling

Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa)
Energetics: Bold, seductive, vibrant
Love Magic: Invites pleasure, sensual confidence, and magnetic allure

Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris)
Energetics: Dreamy, psychic, unbound
Physical: Digestive support, menstrual ally, energetic cleanser
Love Magic: Opens the visionary realms—helps you see what wants to be seen, especially in love

Tulsi (Holy Basil)
Energetics: Sacred, balancing, heart-centered
Physical: Adaptogenic, nervous system tonic, hormone stabilizer
Love Magic: Elevates love into devotion, aligns us with spiritual partnership

Alkanet Root
Used for: Pigment only, but symbolically rich—its crimson hue mirrors blood, life-force, and erotic vitality

The Infusion Process

I prayed to the herbs, thanked them, asked for their wisdom. I visualized a golden heart wrapping them in light. I felt warmth in my chest and belly—a sign they were with me.

I poured two cups of apricot kernel oil over the herbs in a double boiler and let it simmer gently for two hours. Once cool, I strained the oil, added geranium essential oil for sweetness, and dropped in two stones: a garnet from my grandmother and an opal for expansion and soul beauty.

The Alchemical Process

I prayed with the herbs, and spoke to them as old friends. Asked for their blessing, their guidance. I visualized a golden heart, like a ribbon coming from my own heart, wrapping around them in golden light. My heart and belly warmed and I felt their reciprocated love.

I poured 2 cups of apricot kernel oil over the blend and let it infuse gently in the double boiler for two hours. After cooling and straining, I added a few drops of geranium and madagascar vanilla essential oil, bottled it, and even dropped in my Grandmother’s garnet stone for an addition of powerful loving energy.

How to Use Your Love Oil

• Anoint your heart and womb during meditation or moon rituals

• Use for self-massage or shared touch

• Add a few drops to a bath to soak in your intention

• Wear as a natural perfume blended with rose, jasmine, sandalwood, vanilla or any scent that you love

Charging the Oil Under the New Moon

• Light a candle.

• Hold your jar of oil at your heart and speak your intention aloud: “I am ready to receive the love that honors who I am. I welcome the partner who meets me soul to soul, heart to heart.”

• Set the jar on your windowsill or outdoors to absorb the new moon’s unseen energy.

Love Infusion Affirmation 

I open my heart to sacred love—steady, sensual, and true.
With every drop of this oil, I remember: I am worthy of devotion, joy, and deep connection.
I call in a partner who meets me in soul, in body, and in purpose—aligned with the life I am ready to build.
My love is a magnet. My womb is a temple. My presence is a prayer.
I trust divine timing, and I welcome love with ease, grace, and courage. 

 

 

This isn’t just about manifesting a partner. It’s about becoming the version of yourself who can receive sacred love. Let every step of this ritual be a devotion—to yourself, your path, and the love that is already weaving its way toward you.

Blessings under the new moon and stay tuned for an update on the spell!