{"product_id":"8-black-separation-candle","title":"Black Separation Figure Candle — 8 Inch Hoodoo Ritual","description":"Short description:\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack separation figure candle\u003c\/strong\u003e — an 8-inch candle sculpted as two figures standing back to back, carved in black wax. A traditional hoodoo and folk magic tool used in separation, banishing, and cord-cutting spells. Dress with an appropriate condition oil before burning to deepen the work’s focus and intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\nDescription: \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:html --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black figure candle, back-to-back separation design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 inches tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hoodoo, Southern folk magic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cord-cutting, ending toxic bonds, separation work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:html --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Black Figure Candle in Hoodoo Tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFigure candles have been central to hoodoo rootwork since at least the nineteenth century, when Southern conjure workers used molded wax shapes to represent people in ritual petitions. The back-to-back separation design, two human forms facing away from each other, is one of the most recognizable forms in the tradition. Black was chosen not for cursing but because it absorbs and neutralizes: in classical candle magic, black draws away negativity and clears the path forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 8-inch candle stands tall enough for a full working session and burns slowly, giving practitioners time to hold their intention through the flame. Practitioners typically carve the names of the two parties into the wax, anoint it with a separation or break-up oil, and let it burn completely down on a fireproof surface. The slow burn is considered intentional, mirroring the gradual release of an emotional bond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCord Cutting as Liberation, Not Punishment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparation candle work is consistently framed in hoodoo literature as a tool for freedom rather than harm. The goal is to sever an energetic cord, whether between estranged partners, feuding family members, or people trapped in a codependent dynamic, so that both parties can move forward unencumbered. The work is most often done during a waning or dark moon phase, when releasing energies are considered strongest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanion items commonly used alongside this candle include separation oil, black salt sprinkled at the base, and a petition paper placed beneath the candle holder. Some workers add a piece of red twine between the two figures and allow the flame to burn through it, symbolizing the severance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tarotfellow.com\/collections\/voodoo-hoodoo-santeria\/\"\u003eBrowse my voodoo, hoodoo, and Santeria collection\u003c\/a\u003e for complementary tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":2} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use a Black Separation Candle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:yoast\/how-to-block {\"steps\":[{\"id\":\"step-1\",\"name\":\"Prepare Your Space and Candle\",\"text\":\"Cleanse your working surface and set a fireproof holder. Carve both names into the wax, one on each figure. Anoint the candle with separation oil, stroking away from the center toward each end to direct the energy outward.\"},{\"id\":\"step-2\",\"name\":\"Set Your Intention and Light\",\"text\":\"Write a brief petition stating the separation you seek, keep it factual rather than vengeful. Place it beneath the candle holder. Light the candle during a waning or dark moon phase and allow it to burn uninterrupted for as long as safely possible.\"},{\"id\":\"step-3\",\"name\":\"Dispose of Remains Properly\",\"text\":\"Once the candle has burned down, gather the wax remains and your petition. Traditional disposal is at a crossroads or in a trash bin away from your home, symbolizing that the released bond does not return to your space.\"}]} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-how-to wp-block-yoast-how-to-block\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-how-to-description\"\u003eA step-by-step guide to working a black separation candle for cord-cutting and release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"schema-how-to-steps\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"step-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\"\u003ePrepare Your Space and Candle\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\"\u003eCleanse your working surface and set a fireproof holder. Carve both names into the wax, one on each figure. Anoint the candle with separation oil, stroking away from the center toward each end to direct the energy outward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"step-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\"\u003eSet Your Intention and Light\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\"\u003eWrite a brief petition stating the separation you seek, keep it factual rather than vengeful. Place it beneath the candle holder. Light the candle during a waning or dark moon phase and allow it to burn uninterrupted for as long as safely possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"step-3\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\"\u003eDispose of Remains Properly\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\"\u003eOnce the candle has burned down, gather the wax remains and your petition. Traditional disposal is at a crossroads or in a trash bin away from your home, symbolizing that the released bond does not return to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:yoast\/how-to-block --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Tarot Fellow Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI stock this candle because separation work is one of the most requested ritual forms, and too many shops either refuse to carry it or misrepresent it as a cursing tool. The back-to-back figure design is a legitimate and well-documented part of hoodoo tradition, and it belongs on the shelf alongside other cord-cutting and banishing supplies. If you're new to candle magic, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tarotfellow.com\/collections\/candles-accessories\/figure-candles\/\"\u003ebrowse my full figure candle selection\u003c\/a\u003e to see what else pairs well with this work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":2} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:yoast\/faq-block {\"questions\":[{\"id\":\"faq-1\",\"question\":\"What is a separation candle used for in hoodoo?\",\"answer\":\"In hoodoo tradition, a separation candle is used to sever bonds between two people, ending a toxic relationship, removing an unwanted third party, or helping both individuals move on. It is a cord-cutting tool, not a curse.\"},{\"id\":\"faq-2\",\"question\":\"Is a black figure candle the same as a break-up candle?\",\"answer\":\"Yes, in practice. The back-to-back black figure candle is the classic form for separation work. Many practitioners prefer it because carving names into the wax adds a deeply personal focus to any separation ritual.\"},{\"id\":\"faq-3\",\"question\":\"Do I need oil to use this candle?\",\"answer\":\"Oil is not required, but most workers anoint the candle with a separation or break-up oil before lighting it. The oil amplifies intention and helps the wax accept carvings. Stroking toward each end, away from center, directs the energy outward.\"},{\"id\":\"faq-4\",\"question\":\"When is the best time to burn a separation candle?\",\"answer\":\"Most hoodoo practitioners recommend the waning moon phase, particularly the last quarter down to the dark moon, for separation and banishing work. Saturday is traditionally associated with Saturn, endings, and dissolution.\"}]} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-faq-question\"\u003eWhat is a separation candle used for in hoodoo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-faq-answer\"\u003eIn hoodoo tradition, a separation candle is used to sever bonds between two people, ending a toxic relationship, removing an unwanted third party, or helping both individuals move on. It is a cord-cutting tool, not a curse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-faq-question\"\u003eIs a black figure candle the same as a break-up candle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-faq-answer\"\u003eYes, in practice. The back-to-back black figure candle is the classic form for separation work. Many practitioners prefer it because carving names into the wax adds a deeply personal focus to any separation ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-3\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-faq-question\"\u003eDo I need oil to use this candle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-faq-answer\"\u003eOil is not required, but most workers anoint the candle with a separation or break-up oil before lighting it. The oil amplifies intention and helps the wax accept carvings. Stroking toward each end, away from center, directs the energy outward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-4\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-faq-question\"\u003eWhen is the best time to burn a separation candle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-faq-answer\"\u003eMost hoodoo practitioners recommend the waning moon phase, particularly the last quarter down to the dark moon, for separation and banishing work. Saturday is traditionally associated with Saturn, endings, and dissolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:yoast\/faq-block --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Tarot Fellow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48549071257850,"sku":"CSEPB","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/7030\/0410\/files\/CSEPB_Z_1.jpg?v=1780362303","url":"https:\/\/www.witchsey.com\/products\/8-black-separation-candle","provider":"Witchsey Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}