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In the ethno-botanical systems of the Andes Palo Santo is also used: as an insect repellent, as a feline stimulant (similar to catnip),for colds, asthma, allergies, stress, anxiety, sea sickness, migraine, arthritis, neck aces, cervical pain, meditation and relaxation.
Unlike conventional incense which burns completely after lighting, Palo Santo may be relit many times. When lighting, allow the wood to burn to less than a minute, then blow the flame out. Palo Santo may be re-lit many times.
A portion of the sales price goes to help replant these endangered trees.
Customer Reviews
- Review by Tahoe Ray Kamman
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I fell in love with the smell while vacationing in South America. Only problem is I couldn't remember the name of the wood. As soon as I found out, I ordered ASAP. Love 'em! (Posted on 11/3/12)Overall - Review by Aracelis Clemente "Celis"
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This product has a very nice, cleansing aroma that is not overpowering. It burns clean and for a long time. There are quite a few sticks in the package and it is bound to last for a reasonable amount of time. (Posted on 11/3/12)Overall - Review by Athensdog.com
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This stuff is great. It become rather addictive to burn it. Once you start the smell is just wonderful. The real stuff just like in Peru. (Posted on 11/3/12)Overall - Review by Ethel A
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Let it burn for about a minute, then blow the flame out. The resulting smoke is a warm, sweet, woodsy kind of fragrance that can gently fill a room without being too overwhelming. These small pieces of wood do not slow burn for a lengthy period of time as incense sticks will; after the flame is blown out, palo santo sticks will smolder and smoke for about a minute or two, then self-extinguish. However, the pieces can be re-lit, repeatedly. I bought several packages and will definitely buy more soon. (Posted on 11/3/12)Overall - Review by NewsFlash
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because this stuff's not nearly as fragrant as Peruvian Palo Santo. Will not buy again (Item was shipped fast though). (Posted on 11/3/12)Overall - Review by Stephanie Star
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I was happy with the quality of this product. It made the perfect gift for my friend. The fragrance is wonderful. (Posted on 11/3/12)Overall - Review by Gypsydancer
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Wonderful and perfect as always. Burns very slowly and goes out quickly, but not so quickly that you can't fill the house with the wonderful aroma by walking around holding the stick like you would a sage bundle (I don't BUY bundles of sage since it grows wild here and I'ma wildcrafter.) I would recommend this product to everyone! (Posted on 11/3/12)Overall - Review by Christian Simmons
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These sticks are a pretty great alternative to incense - the sticks aren't processed at all, are aesthetically pleasing, have a great smell, & last significantly longer than incense.Overall
Someone in a previous review asked "how do you keep them burning, mine seem to go out after about 10 seconds?"
Well first of all, if you want it to smoke longer, you have to keep it lit and get hotter before you blow it out - that way it'll smoke for longer. That being said, it's not supposed to smoke for the extent of the stick like a piece of incense might when lit. This is, after all, a piece of wood - and it acts accordingly. So while it may not smoke longer than a few minutes if very hot, it will produce A LOT of smoke/scent in that amount of time. The smell is like a cedar honey coconut fireplace - without smelling fake. A relaxing wood fire smell with a twist - very calming.
I've given many of my friends a stick or two and they all reeeally enjoyed them and asked how to get more. (Posted on 11/3/12)
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Product Origin:
Ecuador
Pacific Coast, Ecuador
Palo Santo, Bursera Graveolens, is an aromatic tree native to the Galapagos Islands and the dry forests of South America. In traveling along the coastline of South America’s Pacific coast from Northern Peru to Ecuador one is captured by the perfume of Palo Santo. If you follow the perfume trail you’ll reach the Machalilla National Park, located in the Province of Manabi, on the coastline of Ecuador, where you will find the biggest concentration of Palo Santo trees in all of South America. As in Peru, the Palo Santo tree in Ecuador is protected by the national government and can only be harvested under strict conditions. Shamans Market supports these sustainable practices through its association with Deltatau Palo Santo Foundation of Manabi. When walking the trails of the Machalilla National Park with the sun at its peak, the brackish air from the ocean fills up with the aroma of the Palo Santo resin and you are filled with a sense of peace and tranquility.
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