Palo Santo, translated as “holy wood” or “wood of the saints”, is a mystical tree that grows on the coast of South America and is related to Frankincense, Myrrh, and Copal.

Palo Santo is used as a natural remedy for colds and flu, for symptoms of stress, and to help relieve asthma, headaches, anxiety, depression, and reduce inflammation. Palo Santo also supports the immune and nervous systems which can aid faster recovery from illness.

Burning these sticks is a sacred practice used by Indigenous communities of the Andes to cleanse their space and ward off evil spirits. This practice is called smudging – a spiritual practice where you clear your energy fields using a piece of burning Palo Santo or a herb bundle, such as white sage