Embracing the Elemental: Witchcraft and the Planets of Mercury

Witches are often regarded as mysterious beings with supernatural powers, but have you ever wondered where they live? According to folklore and myths, witches are believed to reside in various places, and one such location rumored to be their home is the planet Mercury. Mercury, the innermost planet in our solar system, is often associated with witches due to its close proximity to the Sun. With its scorching temperatures during the day and freezing cold nights, it creates an environment that is believed to be ideal for witches to harness their magical powers. The idea of witches living on Mercury may have originated from the ancient practice of astrology. In astrology, each planet is associated with different characteristics and has an influence on our lives. Mercury is commonly associated with communication, intellect, and magic.

I was told it was because the undertones of my hair needed to be corrected with purple shampoo. So yeah, if you wanted a product accurate color you may need to wash your hair with purple shampoo/conditioner to correct the tone prior dyeing. But if you don’t have spare to purchase such products or they’re unavailable because of a pandemic, well…

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Mercury is commonly associated with communication, intellect, and magic. Hence, it is not surprising that witches are imagined to reside on this celestial body. The notion of witches living on Mercury is also supported by the fact that the planet is traditionally associated with alchemy and transformation.

Review: Lunar Tides Charm

Though dressing up or looking witchy isn’t a requirement to be a witch, there’s nothing wrong with some aesthetic witchy looks. These can be sported by closet or baby witches without being too out there for their comfort and safety.

Plus, every witch wants to look glam, so why not right?

For starters, this is a review and completely unpaid. I’m just doing this because I like to do it. My word shouldn’t completely affect your judgment about the brand. So take it with a grain of salt.

Here’s the product text from their website.

Get an enchanting color with our new Magic Collection! Highly pigmented black-based colors with shimmering mica for a magical, multi-dimensional shade.

Magic Charm is a pink-black shade

* Light blonde or platinum hair is recommended for best results
* For even application, apply with a tint brush
* This is a semi-permanent hair dye
* Our dyes are non-damaging and do not require developer
* All our dyes are vegan & cruelty-free!
* Each bottle contains 4 oz. of dye

Our shades appear different in the bottle than they do on the hair. Please do a strand test before doing an all-over application.

What intrigued me about this product is that it’s one of the four colors under their Magic collection. I originally considered to purchase Oracle or Salem but the store I bought mine did not have them in stock. Another factor is that I want to try out a red shade since I heard that they last longer than other shade.

So why not right?

I bought this product during the quarantine and it took a lot of scouring around online shops whether they do any delivery. In the end, I settled with this shop named ilovetodye. I know the name’s pretty catchy and easy to remember. The owners were pretty accommodating and processed my other quickly. They also chose a courier that’s pretty fast at that time despite the lockdown.

I had to wait a bit before I could apply this since I had to wait for the general community quarantine to kick in so that I could buy my bleach wash and the tools for dyeing.

But it was certainly worth the wait!

The Good

Since the color is within the black-pink (no not the Korean girl group but it could be!), you may need to bleach your hair to a Level 8-10 for the best results. Though I’ve seen some people being able to dye their hair using this brand without bleaching their hair.

Here’s a video of a YouTuber that applied Lunar Hair Tides to her unbleached hair.

On my hair the pigmentation is actually really good. Up to this point, I’ve tried several brands (including boxed dyes, gasp) but they were hit and miss. The closest to satisfied I was with this were from locally produced vegan dyes (the stores weren’t available due to lockdown and lack of raw materials so they couldn’t manufacture).

I also asked around from friends and they said that Lunar Tides is a good choice since it’s the same price range as Manic Panic (as Arctic Fox is more expensive here and there are a few issues with its owner. Few is probably an understatement. But it’s up to you if you want to believe these.) I was also recommended this brand since it’s also vegan and cruelty-free, so it’s a win for me.

It starts off a dark and at every wash it becomes vibrant. I had a fear that it won’t stick but it did though it took several applications for an even coat. I’m surprised with my hair thickness and hair length, I managed to consume almost everything in that 4 oz. jar.

The Bad

Of course we also have to acknowledge that every product is not perfect. There are some flaws, if not extra leaps that you as a consumer have to take when using the product.

First the dye didn’t look black pink as I wanted it to be. I was exoecting more on the wine red spectrum but I ended up with a dragonfruit-like color. So yeah, take their statement of the color looking different on certain hairs as you will.

I was told it was because the undertones of my hair needed to be corrected with purple shampoo. So yeah, if you wanted a product accurate color you may need to wash your hair with purple shampoo/conditioner to correct the tone prior dyeing. But if you don’t have spare to purchase such products or they’re unavailable because of a pandemic, well…

Second, the amount of bleeding and staining is insane. That’s my biggest frustration with this. I thought the staining would only happen when I did the rinsing or washing with shampoo but it’s quite consistent even if I’m just using conditioner or cooling off my head in the shower. Stains in towels are okay but I’m low-key peeved about the t-shirt collar stains at the back of my neck.

It has stayed consistent for a while now.

Also sort of related, when I was cleaning off during initial application, the stain on my skin took about a week for it to clear off.

All in all, I’d given Lunar Tides Magic Charm around 3.5/5 stars. It’s pretty high up there comparing to previous brands I’ve tried like iroiro and one brand whose name escapes my mind. This could change in the near future!

Since the color is within the black-pink (no not the Korean girl group but it could be!), you may need to bleach your hair to a Level 8-10 for the best results. Though I’ve seen some people being able to dye their hair using this brand without bleaching their hair.

Witches, who are often depicted as individuals with the ability to transform or manipulate elements, find a fitting home in the realm of Mercury. However, it is important to note that the idea of witches residing on Mercury is purely fictional and rooted in folklore and imagination. As we now know, Mercury is an inhospitable planet with extreme temperatures, a lack of atmosphere, and a harsh gravitational pull. It is unlikely that any form of life, including witches, would be able to survive in such conditions. But the concept of witches living on Mercury serves as a reminder of the power of imagination and the allure of the unknown. It captivates our minds and fuels our curiosity about the supernatural and mystical realms. So, while witches may not actually live on the planet Mercury, their mythical association with this celestial body continues to fascinate and enchant us..

Reviews for "Lunar Magic on Mercury: The Witch's Connection to the Moon"

1. Janet - 2 stars - I was really disappointed by "Witch live from mercury". The plot was confusing and hard to follow, and I found it difficult to connect with any of the characters. The visuals were also underwhelming, with minimal special effects and unimpressive set designs. Overall, it felt like a low-budget production that lacked the substance and excitement I was hoping for. I wouldn't recommend it to others unless they are die-hard fans of the witch genre.

2. Mark - 1 star - "Witch live from mercury" was a complete letdown. The acting was subpar, and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. The storyline was also weak and lacked originality, relying on tired clichés and predictable twists. The pacing was slow, making the two-hour runtime feel like an eternity. I regretted wasting my time and money on this film and would advise others to steer clear.

3. Sarah - 2.5 stars - While "Witch live from mercury" had potential, it fell short in several areas. The character development was weak, as most of the individuals felt one-dimensional and lacked depth. The cinematography was lackluster, with poorly lit and awkwardly framed shots throughout. Additionally, the film failed to build suspense or create any sense of urgency, leaving me disengaged and unimpressed. Overall, it didn't live up to the hype surrounding it, and I was left feeling underwhelmed.

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