Beloved Dead

Such a fantastic offering. It's the time of year when one's thoughts (and magic deeds) turn to the ancestors, and when one looks out at the world at large, it's clear that this kind of medicine is needed more than ever. I have such a fondness for this series, despite the heavy nature, and as always am grateful for such resources.

For the newly dead who are getting their bearings and those who love them, being washed with tsunamis of grief at the infinite loss of possible futures, this is the first aid kit. Purification will be needed (Ancestor Altar) and a candle to see while standing in the shadows (Balm of Hermanubis). The series works together.

I often have related experiences upon ordering materia. After ordering Beloved Dead I had a dream about a man that I grew up with who had died of an overdose a few days earlier. I looked right into his eyes (it was so VIVID) and said I heard he had died. He had a gentle, reassuring smile and said, “yeah” then continued to walk behind me up some stairs. I was left feeling peaceful.
When I actually received this product I was quite teary-eyed when breathing it in. It reminded me of my grandmother who had passed away 10 years ago. We had a celebration of her life this December as she would have been 100. I brought Beloved Dead with me and created an altar dedicated to her. When my husband opened it to smell it he also became unexpectedly emotional.
Very pleased with this fragrance and what it's brought to my life.

This is one of my favorite creations from s+s, which was chosen after some very careful consideration. The fragrance is rosey, floral and very intense.. like an incredible bouquet of real flowers. It is not one for the everyday, but very specific and thoughtful use. Closely read the suggestions to determine if this suits your intended purpose. Will definitely bring a tear to your eye.

This is the third time I have ordered this oil. It brings love and peace to almost everything I encounter.
The fragrance is enchanting and magical.

I have purchases Beloved Dead twice now. I love the feeling of crossing the veil when I am communicating with my family and friends who have passed. It brings such comfort for me to talk to them or ask for guidance in matters of concern.
I like to use it before bed so my dreams will invite them in.
As I said, I am on my second bottle.

When I use this oil, it brings me closer to my Beloved ones.
I use it to ask questions when I am not sure of what to do.
I find the fragrance comforting as well.

I had quite a potent Samhain with this perfume oil. That evening, I wrote a note of gratitude to my ancestors and anointed it with the oil, and placed in on my altar. I honestly didn't think much of it. I just wanted to revere and honor them.

Two days later, I was talking a friend who is a medium and my ancestors decided to barrel into our conversation! It was an hours-long, life-changing reading. I received needed guidance about my life that still blows my mind. I'm so grateful to my ancestors and to Elizabeth and Kaitlin for these collaboration on this series.

I'm still getting to know this ritual oil, but so far the effects are so powerful and immediate. Even though I rarely apply it due to the effects being so non-negotiable, I wish I could because the smell is so glorious – the first time I smelt it, I fell in love. It's sort of dark and smells a bit like the salty air by a beach mixed with the dark soil underneath an old traditional wooden house, an image which aptly brings up memories of my childhood and upbringing. I've found it very helpful for establishing a connection to benevolent ancestors, even as a beginner in doing this kind of work and someone with a fraught relationships with my living relatives. I do find it a difficult thing to apply on my person though, as it puts me in a really focussed, sombre mood that works for the sake of ritual but isn't something I necessarily want to carry around with me.

It took me a while to approach any sort of work with this oil - I bought it while my godmother was in hospice and kept it in a box in a drawer until I felt ready. Two months after her passing, I brought out the oil and anointed a candle with it. I lit the candle in front of a framed photo of her and kept it in my kitchen while I was cooking and making tea. I gave her some tea and water and chocolate as well. This was a small ritual, but I could feel her in the room with me as I was working. It brought me a lot of comfort to be able to ask her questions and hear her responses. It was definitely a gentle experience, and I'm very grateful for that. I used it again tonight in a ritual for my dog who passed in a prayer for a smooth transition for him. This oil has brought a lot of comfort and peace.