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Palo Santo incense, with its cleansing effect, creates positive energy. It can serve as a reminder when we feel tired, unmotivated, or surrounded by negative energy. This natural incense made from sacred wood quickly clears unwanted energies and uplifts our mood. It does not only cleanse the energy of a space, but also our own energy field – emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual.
This brings greater spiritual clarity and peace, and consequently enhances creativity, concentration, and awareness. Palo Santo is also a very popular fragrance for meditation. Due to its relaxing effect, it can also be burned before sleep. It is important to emphasize our relationship with this gift of nature. With the right approach, Palo Santo incense can create an unforgettable atmosphere – for ourselves and for everyone present.
What is Palo Santo – the sacred wood of South America
Palo Santo incense is obtained from naturally aged wood of the tree with the Latin name Bursera graveolens. This tree grows mainly in Peru and Ecuador and belongs to the same botanical family as myrrh and frankincense. It can grow up to 15 meters tall and matures between 40 and 70 years of age.
Just as sandalwood is revered in India, Palo Santo holds a significant place in the spiritual and ceremonial practices of South America. The sacred wood contains more than 100 essential oils and terpenes, giving it a distinctive, complex, and pleasant aroma. Our premium-quality Palo Santo incense is sourced from naturally fallen trees and aged for several years in a natural environment, ensuring an authentic scent and high quality.
What does Palo Santo smell like
The scent is multi-layered and complex: fresh notes reminiscent of mint and eucalyptus, woody tones similar to pine, and gentle herbal and lightly floral undertones, comparable to lavender. The aroma is warm, fresh, and soft, making it suitable for indoor spaces.
Traditional use of Palo Santo
Palo Santo, meaning “sacred wood,” is a tree with special spiritual significance in the cultures of Indigenous peoples of South America. It is respected as a living being and as part of the natural balance, which is reflected in the way it is used. The Incas used it for centuries for cleansing and energetic protection. It is an integral part of shamanic rituals of South American Indigenous cultures.
Local communities also use it for certain traditional medicinal purposes. The volatile essential oil of Palo Santo and its mildly citrus aroma help protect homes from unwanted insects.
The name Palo Santo was given by Spanish monks who were impressed by its properties and named it “sacred wood.” To this day, it is considered one of the most valued natural incenses in the world.
How to recognize quality Palo Santo incense
High-quality Palo Santo has a natural aroma that develops gradually and is never artificially strong. Authentic pieces of wood are variably colored, with natural imperfections and visible growth rings. Sometimes there may be small holes from woodworms, which is usually a sign that the wood is genuine and unprocessed.
How to use Palo Santo incense
Palo Santo incense is most commonly used in the form of wooden sticks. Light one end of the stick for approximately 20–30 seconds, then gently blow out the flame to release a soft smoke. The smoke can be guided with gentle circular movements around yourself or throughout the space, or the stick can be placed on a fireproof holder to smolder on its own.
Origin, sustainability, and ethical sourcing
Palo Santo trees must not be cut down. After 40–50 years, the tree must naturally die and fall, after which the wood rests on the forest floor for several years, allowing its characteristic aroma to develop. Prolonged contact with the natural environment gives the scent its depth, warmth, and complexity.
Only trees with a sufficient concentration of essential oils are suitable for incense, which contributes to the rarity and value of high-quality Palo Santo.
Why choose premium quality Palo Santo incense
- 100% natural sacred Palo Santo wood
- Origin: Peru
- Ethically and sustainably sourced from naturally fallen trees
- Several years naturally aged wood without additives
- Rich in essential oils and terpenes
- Suitable for relaxation, meditation, spiritual rituals, and energetic cleansing
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about Palo Santo incense
Is Palo Santo safe for children and who should avoid it?
Smoke, not only from Palo Santo, can irritate the respiratory system, especially in sensitive individuals such as children, pregnant women, or patients. In such cases, it is better not to use it. Always ensure good ventilation and never leave a burning stick unattended.
Is Palo Santo incense safe for pets?
Palo Santo incense can cause discomfort for some animals due to the smoke, especially cats, birds, or pets with sensitive respiratory systems. Always use in well-ventilated spaces, keep sticks away from animals, and consult a veterinarian if needed.
How should Palo Santo be stored?
Store Palo Santo in a dry place, away from direct light and moisture, to preserve its aroma and quality. If the wood is exposed to humidity or light, it may be harder to ignite and lose its intensity of scent.
Why does Palo Santo burn out quickly and not produce much smoke?
Natural wood usually does not burn like regular incense sticks – when you light Palo Santo, it often only smolders briefly and then goes out because it contains little binding material. You can relight the stick if desired. Proper ignition technique (letting the flame burn 20–30 seconds before blowing it out) helps produce longer-lasting smoke.
How long can I use one Palo Santo stick?
Burning time varies depending on the thickness and quality of the wood, as well as the way it is used. One piece of Palo Santo usually serves for multiple sessions, as the wood and aromatic resin smolder slowly and can be relit several times for shorter smoke sessions.
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