Auctoritas
A talismanic perfume created for Sphere + Sundry’s Deneb Algedi II election by thee Elizabeth Barrial of Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab (and Twilight Alchemy Lab!) —
This is an oil of presence. Auctorias was crafted to augment your personal power, majesty, and authority. It can be used to enhance your sense of self-esteem and self-worth, bring dignity and honors in your field, and assist you in projecting confidence, competence, proficiency, and composure. This oil can also assist you in dominating situations and resolving legal matters.
Frankincense essential oil and tears (Boswellia sacra), Spanish marjoram essential oil and herb from the TAL garden (Thymus mastichina), juniper essential oil and berries (Juniperus communis), cedar berries and leaf (Juniperus monosperma), carnation petals from the TAL garden (Dianthus caryophyllus), gum mastic (Pistacia lentiscus), white oak bark (Quercus alba), sage leaf and essential oil (Salvia officinalis), saffron (Crocus sativus), hyssop herb and oil (Hyssopus officinalis), acacia bark and leaf (Acacia Senegal), angelica root and essential oil (Angelica archangelica), High John the Conqueror root (Ipomoea jalapa), licorice root (Lycyrrhiza glabra), master root (Imperatoria ostruthium), cascara sagrada (Frangula purshiana), deerstongue (Dichanthelium clandestinum), galangal (Alpinia galangal), and blue chalcedony.
Available in BPAL’s iconic 5 ml apothecary bottle for $48
$48
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Info
| Creation Date | Waxing Gibbous Moon conj. Deneb Algedi + Jupiter on the MC, September 17th, 2021. Chart in image gallery. |
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| Size | 2.5 oz, 4 oz |
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| Vegan | Yes — Vegan |
| Dimensions | 1 × 1 × 1 in |
| Weight | 1 oz |
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Anointing Oils, Sold Out, Asclepius IAsclepius, the ancient Greek God of healing, was petitioned to make this oil as medicine by his own hand. White sage, wildcrafted and sourced from a Native American owned small business, cypress, incense cedar, rose of jericho, frankincense, legally and ethically acquired heart of venomous pit viper, and carnelian were combined with organic, cold pressed extra virgin olive oil as the fixed star Ras Alhague rose in the constellation of the Serpent Bearer.
Anoint that which needs healing, with prayers and thanks to the Divine Physician for his curative blessings. Apply to areas of the body where healthfulness need be restored, during illness, or to boost immunity. Can also be applied to photographs or icons of those in need of healing and transmutation.
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This incense is an exquisite smudging mix for the clearing of space and body — in general, after traumatic events, or before ritual. It can also be used to bathe objects you wish to cleanse and restore, such as crystals or ritual implements prior to consecration.
Who knew upholding boundaries could smell so good? I have been successfully pairing the delicious perfume with Pompilus for most “dealing with dickheads” situations. Aside from smelling like a well kemp person who knows her shit, it does indeed let me step into my power and make friends out of enemies. Disclaimer: this combo doesn’t work on super extreme narcissists. I think the boundaries piss them off. Ha. Otherwise, I have built a strong client base I am attributing in part to this combo.
This perfume reminds me of a really competent and experienced lawyer who charges a lot for their work! Look the part, know their sh*t.
Used this for the first time today to help me settle a dispute with an internet provider, and it went really well. I was preparing myself for a lengthy discussion and plenty of arguments. And while there were some confusion, eventually a senior officer helped (although said officer did ignore me the whole time) which immediately settled the matter.
Another thing I noticed about Auctoritas, used along with the DA II water, was that my posture became better. I have a bad habit of slouching and realized that I was standing and sitting straight throughout the day.
Definitely recommend this! I’m amazed at the effect this has on me, especially since the effect of most materia I’ve used tend to be more subtle and takes time for me to notice.
Auctoritas is my go to DA BPAL. It feels like a best friend – or perhaps better said – it helps me to be my own best friend. I feel much more able to make good decisions for myself, stand up for my worth, and overall have a much more solid and effortless presence as my authentic self. Highly recommend!
The strongest analogy to me is that Auctoritas is an Aldebaran oil hack. Whereas the Aldebaran oil has will + drive thrown in, Auctoritas gives you that impression of sovereignty without the “doing part”. If anyone needs to throw presence around like a brick through a window, Auctoritas helps you with that. If you already have Presence +5, ask yourself if/when you need an additional +10 to your presence rolls though. I would pair Auctoritas with another DA item to ensure that all that presence also doesn’t garner unwanted negative attention.
Also out of the DA2 items, which all seem to provide protection via stealth, this is the one DA2 item that is not about stealth but instead about commanding the spotlight. (You might struggle to keep your light underneath an invisibility cloak, is all I’m saying! Also be careful with blinding others if you do a reveal).
This is a really motivating oil for me. I feel composed, assured of myself and it’s been so nice to immediately be taken seriously/ person of authority in the workplace
(I look young so it’s been a *thing* my entire working life). It’s a great balance of projecting self confidence without any semblance of ‘overdoing’ it or arrogance. It smells great too!
My favorite BPAL in this series. It’s difficult to balance empathy and good boundaries but it’s almost effortless with this. Especially good to apply before bed after a whirlwind day – wake up feeling centered and purposeful.
I used this BPAL alongside others from the series to settle a lawsuit and dispute that had dragged on for nearly 2 years. Enthusiastically recommended!
On the recommendation of a friend, I picked up Autoritas and Eternal Flame BPALs. I use them together as a floor wash in my home. The two BPALs together create a warm and nourishing and protective environment for my teenagers. I have noticed an increase in their self confidence, independence and responsibility. I highly recommend the combination.