THE MAGICAL BENEFITS OF PALO SANTO WOOD | + HOW TO USE

Palo Santo, also known as "Holy Wood", comes from a Palo Santo tree. It grows in tropical/dry environments, and it isn't just your average tree.  It's an ancient tree, and it's very well known for it's magical capabilities. 

For thousands of years, people have used the resin, wood, and oil that Palo Santo produces. It's known to assist with a variety of therapeutic and medicinal purposes. Pieces of Palo Santo Wood are only collected from tree's that have fallen naturally. It will work to purify, cleanse and heal the energy in your space – for your mind, body, and home.

Palo Santo trees are not endangered, but due to the spiritual sacredness associated with this ancient plant, it's very important to ensure that you purchase Palo Santo Wood that has been ethically/sustainably sourced. If you want the good vibes, then the simplest way to put it is... you get what you pay for. 

 

This Holy Wood is known to help alleviate symptoms from the following conditions:

 

•  ANXIETY 
•  PANIC ATTACKS
•  DEPRESSION
•  ASTHMA
•  HEADACHES
•  COLD & FLU SYMPTOMS
•  STRESS

 

So basically, Palo is the go to whenever you're drowning in any form of negative energy and prefer a natural alternative. It's the perfect dose for a quick, healthy vibe reset. As mentioned earlier, it works to purify the space you're in. Many people, including myself, prefer to use Palo Santo Wood over using Sage, but it depends on how bad the energy is/how badly you need a full blast reset. 

The scent that comes from Palo Wood is very relaxing – which is why I prefer it most of the time. Opening windows are suggested, but since Palo doesn't stay lit very long, there isn't near as much smoke as there is when using Sage. The smoke from Palo is a much less fragrant. So, in my personal opinion, ensuring you have fresh air while burning it isn't always necessary – especially if you're only cleansing your aura. Again, this all depends on how long your Palo is lit and your preference. 

 

The ritual for burning your Holy Wood properly is to light it with a long stick candle, match, or a lighter. The more natural the option, the better – due to the sacredness. (To be real, I use a lighter pretty much every time & my results are always great.) 

Burn for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then blow out the flame. Set a positive intention as you do this, as it will help to bring in positive energy to your ritual. Wave your Palo around your body to purify your aura aka your energy/vibes. You can wave it anywhere you want really, and it can also be used to cleanse & help in healing anything, including Crystals!

 

Some believe this is all a placebo effect. I believe that whatever works – means it works, and that's really all that matters. Whether it's all in my head, or the thousands among thousands of other people dating back to ancient days... all I can say is that this ritual works for me, and it can certainly work for you. 

I once used this on two separate occasions, for two separate people (who were non-believers) that were experiencing an anxiety attack. This ritual was a savior for both people, both times! It's not just me, and it's not just the ancients! I was obviously very pleased to know that I'm not actually that crazy after experimenting on them. Palo Santo has me convinced – it is magical.

Our Palo Santo and Sage are sourced through a small family owned business, "JL Local". Their products come directly from their own community, with a guarantee that all ingredients are 100% sustainably sourced.