Mugwort can be used in tea, tincture, smudge, oil, baths, and dream pillows. Here’s how to safely and effectively incorporate it into your routine:
1. Mugwort Tea
Perfect for digestive and menstrual support, as well as dream enhancement.
To prepare:
- Use 1 teaspoon of dried mugwort per cup of hot water.
- Steep for 5–10 minutes (longer steep = more bitter).
- Drink 1 cup before bed for dreamwork, or after meals for digestion.
Note: Mugwort has a strong flavor—blend with mint or chamomile to soften the taste.
2. Mugwort Tincture
A concentrated extract ideal for quick use or long-term energetic work.
Dosage: 5–20 drops in water, 1–3 times a day.
Use during menstrual imbalances, dreamwork rituals, or energetic clearing.
3. Smudging and Smoke Cleansing
Burn dried mugwort like sage to cleanse a space or aura.
- Excellent for psychic protection
- Ideal for clearing before rituals, meditations, or during full moons
It can also be added to incense blends or burned in a cauldron.
4. Infused Oil or Salve
Infuse mugwort into a carrier oil (like olive or jojoba) to use topically.
- Apply to sore muscles, menstrual cramps, or joints
- Use as an anointing oil for rituals or womb massage
5. Dream Pillows
Place dried mugwort in a small cloth sachet under your pillow to enhance dreams and subconscious clarity.
Optional additions: lavender, rose, or hops for deeper relaxation.