The imposition is done with a scapular of wool. Afterwards, a scapular medal could be worn. The requirements of this devotion are: To receive the imposition of the scapular and to wear it habitually.

Wearing a scapular is much more than just having a piece of cloth hanging around your neck. It's a sign of love, trust, and devotion to God and the Virgin Mary. Religious folks say it's like a hug ...

In our own times, Pope Paul VI said: "Let the faithful hold in high esteem the practices and devotions to the Blessed Virgin ... the Rosary and the Scapular of Carmel" and in another place ...