Creating a Magical Oil

Witches use oils for a variety of things: anointing ourselves, candles or tools; or in an oil warmer for aroma and vibrations during a spell or meditation are just some of the applications. How does one decide which essential and base oils to use? I created one for the 2011 New Orleans Witches Ball and I'll take you through my thought process to give you an idea of how to come up with your own mixtures.

Scientifically, we know that scent can easily trigger memories or emotions. If I smell...