Dramatic, striking, and deeply powerful — Hiwa Kai is a Hawaiian black lava sea salt made from solar-evaporated Pacific sea salt combined with activated charcoal, giving it its stunning obsidian color and silky texture. Prized both in the kitchen and on the altar, black salt is one of the most versatile and potent tools in the magical apothecary.Metaphysical Properties Protection — one of the most powerful protective substances in folk magic; creates a barrier against negative energy Banishing — used to drive away unwanted energies, entities, and influences Warding — sprinkle at doorways, windowsills, and property lines to ward off harm Hex Breaking — traditionally used to break curses and return negative energy to its source Grounding — deeply earth-connected, anchoring and stabilizing energy Shadow Work — supports work with the darker aspects of self and spirit Absorbing Negativity — placed in corners of rooms to absorb and neutralize negative energy Ritual & Magical Uses Sprinkle across thresholds and doorways for protection and warding Use in banishing spells and hex-breaking rituals Add to black candle workings for protection and banishing Place in the corners of a room to absorb negative energy Use in shadow work and dark moon ceremonies Add to protection sachets and spell jars Create a protective circle during ritual work Culinary UsesHiwa Kai is a bold, beautiful finishing salt with a smoky, complex flavor. Use as a finishing salt on grilled meats, seafood, vegetables, sushi, teriyaki, salads, and guacamole. Its dramatic black color makes any dish visually stunning.Details Hawaiian black lava sea salt with activated charcoal Solar evaporated Pacific sea salt Brand: Starwest Botanicals Food grade Bulk — sold by weight