Four Thieves Vinegar can be used to cleanse negativity, for healing spells and rituals, for protection spells and rituals, and for banishing spells and rituals. According to lore, Four Thieves Vinegar dates back to Medieval times when a group of thieves in Europe would douse themselves in a vinegar and herbal preparation to protect themselves during the plague as they robbed the dead and dying by night. There are many modern recipes and variations of the vinegar made today. DO NOT INGEST - this is NOT a salad dressing nor wellness tonic. It is meant purely for external use for spiritual cleansing and banishing negative energies. Consuming this product is done at your own risk due to some ingredients. Use caution when handling if pregnant or nursing, keep away from children and pets, Do NOT apply to sensitive skin areas or use internally.