Palo Santo // Ethically Sourced

Palo Santo wands, a subtle sweet, woody scent with hints of citrus and mint.

Cleansing, calming & healing.

Purchase individually or with one of our beautiful handmade ceramic plates (please note as these are individually handmade they are all different in their own unique way).

Each bundle is approximately 20 grams of Palo Santo.

Palo Santo or "Holy Wood" is a sacred tree that grows on the coast of South America. Traditionally this earthy scented wood was used by shamans, healers and elders in ritual prayer, purification ceremonies and for healing purposes. The ancients believed the tree had both magical and healing properties that would only be cultivated if the tree was allowed to live a full life and given a respectful death. They would only use wood from naturally fallen palo trees that had been lying peacefully for an extended period after which they were dried, aged and eventually burned during rituals. The resulting sacred smoke bath was believed to have metaphysical properties that both purified negative energies and attracted positive ones. It is also well known for its healing properties:

• Relieves headches and helps with the common cold
• Reduces stress & anxiety
• Reduces inflammation and effects of allergies​

Today, the harvesting of Palo Santo in Peru is strictly regulated with the same guiding principles as that of the ancients. Our suppliers ensure this Palo Santo is treated with respect and per required practice only use naturally fallen trees that have been lying peacefully for a prolonged period of time. In fact, every fallen tree that is taken is then replaced with a seedling working towards continuously restoring the palo Santo population.

To burn palo santo wood sticks:

1. Light a palo santo stick with a candle, lighter, or match.
2. Hold the stick downward at a 45-degree angle.
3. Let the stick burn for 30 seconds.
4. Blow out the flame. Place the stick in a heatproof dish to let it burn.

Never leave burning incense unattended.

Avoid burning Palo Santo if you have any lung or breathing problems as the smoke may worsen your symptoms.