Palo Santo Sticks and Incense

Elevate your spiritual practices with our collection of smudge sticks, sprays, and bowls. Discover a variety of fragrant and cleansing options to purify your space, promote mindfulness, and enhance your well-being.

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Experience the natural cleansing and purifying properties of Palo Santo, a sacred South American wood revered for its spiritual and healing benefits. Our collection features high-quality Palo Santo sticks and incense, carefully selected for their purity and aromatic qualities.

Palo Santo sticks are traditionally used for smudging rituals, a practice that involves burning the wood to cleanse negative energy and create a sacred space. The fragrant smoke is believed to purify the air, promote relaxation, and uplift the spirit.

Our Palo Santo incense offers a convenient and aromatic way to experience the benefits of this sacred wood. Crafted with pure Palo Santo resin, our incense sticks and cones emit a soothing and cleansing aroma, perfect for meditation, relaxation, or spiritual practices.

Explore our collection of Palo Santo sticks and incense and discover the transformative power of this sacred wood.

Frequently asked questions

What is Palo Santo Used For?

Palo Santo, also known as "holy wood," is a sacred wood from the Bursera graveolens tree, primarily found in South America. It has been used for centuries in spiritual and healing practices. Read about the main uses of Palo Santo here.

What Does Palo Santo Smell Like?

Palo Santo has a distinctive and pleasant aroma that is often described as sweet, woody, and slightly citrusy. Discover more about what palo santo smells like here.

Which smells better, sage or Palo Santo?

The preference for the smell of sage or Palo Santo is subjective and depends on personal taste, as both have distinct and pleasant aromas. Sage is earth and strong, while Palo Santo is sweet, woody and uplifting. Read our comparison on the smell of Sage vs Palo Santo.

What does Palo Santo smell like when burned?

When burned, Palo Santo smells sweet, woody, and slightly citrusy, with resinous and herbal undertones. The aroma is warm, grounding, and spiritually uplifting. 

Burning Palo Santo emits a distinctive and pleasant aroma, discover the full scent profile of burning Palo Santo here on our guide.

What is the science behind Palo Santo?

The science behind Palo Santo includes its chemical composition, which provides anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, mood-enhancing, and insect-repellent properties. While the spiritual and energetic aspects of Palo Santo are more difficult to quantify scientifically, its traditional uses are supported by some scientific evidence.

What are the side effects of Palo Santo?

While Palo Santo is generally considered safe and beneficial, there are a few potential side effects of Palo Santo to be aware of, especially for individuals with specific sensitivities or conditions; respiratory irritation, allergic reactions, headaches, pregnancy considerations and environmental concerns.

Why is Palo Santo so popular?

Palo Santo has gained widespread popularity in recent years for several reasons, many of which are tied to its spiritual, therapeutic, and aromatic qualities. Explore our full article on why Palo Santo is so popular.

What chakra is Palo Santo for?

Palo Santo is particularly associated with the heart chakra(Anahata) and the crown chakra(Sahasrara), but it can also be used to balance and cleanse other chakras. Read how Palo Santo relates to the heart and crown chakras.

Can I light Palo Santo every day?

Yes, you can light Palo Santo every day, and many people incorporate it into their daily spiritual or wellness routine. Here’s what to consider when using Palo Santo daily.

What does Palo Santo smell like?

Palo Santo has a distinctive and pleasant aroma that is often described as sweet, woody, and slightly citrusy. Here’s a breakdown of Palo Santo's unique scent profile.

What Does it Mean to Smudge With Palo Santo?

Smudging with Palo Santo involves burning the wood and using its fragrant smoke to cleanse and purify spaces, objects, or individuals. Here’s what it means to smudge with Palo Santo.

Is Palo Santo good to inhale?

Inhaling Palo Santo can be both beneficial and potentially problematic, depending on the context and the individual’s health. Learn more about the considerations on whether Palo Santo is good to inhale or not.

What pairs well with Palo Santo?

Palo Santo pairs well with white sage for deep cleansing, frankincense for spiritual elevation, lavender for calming and healing, cedar for grounding and protection, and crystals for enhanced energy work. 

Palo Santo can be paired with various herbs, resins, and other natural elements to enhance its cleansing, healing, and spiritual properties.

What is the spiritual meaning of Palo Santo?

Palo Santo holds significant spiritual meaning as a tool for purification, protection, connection to the divine, healing, and transformation. Its use is deeply rooted in sacred traditions and carries a sense of reverence and spiritual power.