In Russian folklore they are the invention of the Devil and will draw souls out of bodies. The candlelight is not advisable because fire is the element of spirit, and attracts the unseen. Witches and vampires cast no reflections in mirrors. The look of the evil eye will shatter a mirror or poison its surface. Conversely, mirrors may be used to protect against evil.
Numerous superstitions surround mirrors.
Students of the occult use mirrors to look into the world of spirit. Gazing into one supposedly reveals visions of spirit guides and helps one gain auric sight, the ability to see the aura. Some believe that the face changes seen by staring into a mirror are images of past lives. Mirrors painted black on the convex side are considered an excellent tool for developing clairvoyance. Related software , videos and books .