Palo Santo, Holy Wood Incense

Palo Santo or Holy Stick is a natural wood aromatic incense that has been used for hundreds of years by the Incas and indigenous people of the Andes. It has long been a spiritual remedy for purifying and Cleansing of evil spirits and misfortune, you can feel the calming this scent do to the room. Many more medicinal purposes. It has a fine citrus aroma with underlying notes of frankincense, its close relative. It is often used by shamans in sacred spirit ceremonies.  Tea can be made from the wood I often enjoy a cup of Palo Santo Tea.

Ingredients:                                                                                                                                    Palo Santo Wood 1 tsp shave off                                                                                              Purified Water (1-2 cups for every teaspoon of shavings)                                                            Honey, Stevia, or any preferred sweetener

Instructions                                                                                                                                    Take a stick of palo santo and shave off thin, little bits of wood.                                                  Place one teaspoon of shavings into 1-2 cups of hot water.                                                  Depending on how strong you like it, leave the tea steeping for 10 minutes or more.                      For a stronger flavor add more shavings.                                                                                      Pour through a strainer (or brew it in a tea infuser for simplicity’s sake).                                        Add a little of your favorite sweetener if needed. Honey is a great addition.                                    Light a candle, grab a book, find someplace cozy, and experience peace!                                 There are good intentions in every cup of palo santo tea. Use it to inspire creativity and positivity, to centre yourself and deepen your connection to the world around you, and to heal and protect yourself from all manner of ailments.                                                                                                Or simply embrace it for what it is: a divine gift of peace in a mug.

How to burn Palo Santo:                                                                                                                 Use a dried palo santo wood or chips/sticks instead of oil, use a candle, match or lighter to ignite While holding it let it burn for about 30 seconds to one minute, and then blow it out or add it to a non-flammable metal, glass or clay bowl to slowly diffuse throughout your home.

Nature at your hands … Ecuadorian Hands Supports restoration of the dry forest of Palo Santo in Manabí-Ecuador, also supports Native Communities in Manabi-Ecuador. 100% Eco-Friendly and Sustainable.