Moon Water: Complete Guide to Making & Using

November 7, 2025

What is Moon Water?

Moon water is water that has been charged with lunar energy by placing it under the moon's light. It's one of the simplest yet most powerful tools in lunar magic, absorbing the moon's energy and making it available for use in rituals, spells, self-care, and daily life.

Think of moon water as LIQUID MOONLIGHT—portable lunar energy you can use anytime, anywhere.

Why Moon Water Works

Water is a natural conductor and holder of energy:

Water has memory: Scientific studies show water can hold energetic imprints
Water is receptive: It absorbs and stores the moon's vibration
Water is transformative: It carries lunar energy into whatever it touches
Water is sacred: Used in spiritual practices across all cultures

Types of Moon Water

Full Moon Water

Energy: Release, completion, manifestation, power

Best For: Cleansing, releasing, celebrating, powerful rituals

Most popular and versatile

New Moon Water

Energy: New beginnings, intention setting, fresh starts

Best For: Manifestation, starting projects, planting seeds

Waxing Moon Water

Energy: Growth, building, attracting, increasing

Best For: Attracting abundance, growing business, building momentum

Waning Moon Water

Energy: Releasing, banishing, decreasing, cleansing

Best For: Banishing negativity, releasing habits, cleansing

Dark Moon Water

Energy: Shadow work, deep rest, void, mystery

Best For: Shadow work, banishing, deep spiritual work

Eclipse Moon Water

Energy: Transformation, major change, portal energy

Best For: Major transformations, life changes

CAUTION: Very powerful, use carefully

Supermoon Water

Energy: Amplified lunar power, extra potent

Best For: Amplifying any intention, powerful manifestation

Blue Moon Water

Energy: Rare magic, impossible manifestations, luck

Best For: Manifesting the impossible, rare opportunities

How to Make Moon Water

What You'll Need:

Glass jar or bottle (clear glass is best)
Purified, filtered, or spring water
Optional: Crystals (water-safe only!)
Optional: Herbs or flowers
Optional: Essential oils (if not drinking)
Label and pen

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Choose Your Moon Phase

Decide which moon phase energy you want to capture based on your intention.

Step 2: Prepare Your Water

Fill your glass jar with purified water
If drinking: Use only food-grade water and water-safe crystals
If external use only: Any water is fine

Step 3: Add Crystals (Optional)

WATER-SAFE CRYSTALS ONLY:

✅ Clear quartz, rose quartz, amethyst, citrine, moonstone, selenite (brief exposure), obsidian
❌ NEVER: Malachite, pyrite, hematite, turquoise, lapis lazuli, selenite (long exposure)

Place crystal IN the water or AROUND the jar (safer option).

Step 4: Set Your Intention

Hold the jar in your hands
Close your eyes
State your intention: "I charge this water with [moon phase] energy for [purpose]"
Visualize the water glowing with lunar light

Step 5: Place Under the Moon

Place jar outside under direct moonlight (ideal)
OR on a windowsill where moonlight reaches
Leave for at least 4 hours (overnight is best)
Retrieve before sunrise

Step 6: Store and Label

Remove any crystals or herbs
Transfer to storage bottles if desired
Label with moon phase and date
Store in cool, dark place
Use within 1 lunar cycle (1 month) for best potency

How to Use Moon Water

Drinking & Ingesting:

Drink directly: Sip throughout the day for lunar energy
Add to tea or coffee: Infuse your beverages with intention
Cook with it: Add to soups, rice, pasta water
Water plants: Share lunar blessings with your green friends
Give to pets: (Only if made with safe ingredients)

Bathing & Cleansing:

Add to bath: Pour entire jar into bathwater
Shower rinse: Pour over yourself as final rinse
Foot soak: Add to foot bath for grounding
Face wash: Use as final rinse for skin
Hair rinse: Pour through hair for lunar blessing

Spraying & Misting:

Room spray: Cleanse and charge your space
Aura spray: Mist around your body
Pillow spray: Spray on pillows for dream work
Crystal cleansing: Mist crystals to cleanse them
Altar spray: Refresh your sacred space

Ritual & Magic:

Anointing: Dab on third eye, heart, wrists
Circle casting: Sprinkle around ritual space
Spell work: Add to spell jars, potions, rituals
Divination: Use in scrying bowls
Offerings: Offer to deities or spirits

Daily Life:

Morning ritual: Drink or spray to start your day
Workspace: Spray desk for productive energy
Before meetings: Anoint yourself for confidence
Cleaning: Add to mop water or cleaning solutions
Laundry: Add to wash for energetic cleansing

Moon Water Recipes

Manifestation Moon Water

Moon Phase: New or Waxing Moon

Add: Citrine crystal, cinnamon stick, bay leaf with intention written on it

Use: Drink daily, spray on vision board, anoint candles

Release & Cleansing Moon Water

Moon Phase: Full or Waning Moon

Add: Selenite, sage, sea salt (external use only)

Use: Bath, room spray, cleansing rituals

Love & Self-Love Moon Water

Moon Phase: Full Moon

Add: Rose quartz, dried rose petals, rose essential oil

Use: Bath, face wash, spray on heart chakra

Protection Moon Water

Moon Phase: Dark or Waning Moon

Add: Black tourmaline, rosemary, salt

Use: Spray around home, anoint doorways, add to bath

Abundance Moon Water

Moon Phase: Waxing or Full Moon

Add: Citrine, basil, cinnamon, coins

Use: Spray wallet/cash register, wash hands before money work

Moon Water Safety Guidelines

If Drinking:

✅ Use food-grade water
✅ Use only water-safe crystals
✅ Use food-safe herbs
✅ Store in refrigerator
✅ Use within 3-7 days
❌ Never use toxic crystals or herbs
❌ Don't drink if it smells off

General Safety:

Research crystal safety before adding to water
When in doubt, place crystals AROUND jar, not IN water
Label clearly (especially if not for drinking)
Keep out of reach of children and pets
Don't leave glass jars in freezing temperatures

Troubleshooting Moon Water

"What if it's cloudy and I can't see the moon?"

The moon's energy is still there! Place your water outside anyway. The lunar energy penetrates clouds.

"What if I forget to bring it in before sunrise?"

It's okay! It will have some solar energy mixed in, which can actually be powerful for certain intentions. Just note it on your label.

"Can I make moon water indoors?"

Yes! Place on a windowsill where moonlight reaches. It won't be as potent as outdoor moon water, but it still works.

"How long does moon water last?"

Energetically: 1 lunar cycle (1 month) for peak potency. Physically: If drinking, 3-7 days refrigerated. If external use, several months.

Final Thoughts: Liquid Moonlight

Moon water is one of the most accessible, versatile, and powerful tools in lunar magic. It requires no special skills, no expensive tools—just water, the moon, and intention.

Start simple. Make your first batch of full moon water. Use it. Notice the shifts. Then experiment with different moon phases, crystals, and intentions.

The moon is always there, always available, always ready to share its magic with you. All you need is a jar of water and an open heart.

Capture the moonlight. Bottle the magic. Use it daily.

Moon water: liquid moonlight for everyday magic.

Enhance your moon water practice with our water-safe crystals, moon water bottles, and magical herbs.