Types of Smudges and Additives

White Sage

 White Sage - White Sage is the standard sage most people think of when doing a smudging, may use saging and smudging interchangeably. Other forms of sage can also be used for the smudge stick but the scent will be different and the cleansing effect maybe not quite as pronounced as with white sage. White sage has great properties for removing negativity, cleansing, and protection. A Great property of Sage smoke it is beneficial to breathe as it has many antimicrobial properties. Many a time,  if someone has a bad reaction to sage, it is more the reluctance of the negative energies.  Once a person is cleansed ( by any method) the aversion to sage goes as well.

Balsam Fir Smudge ​(Abies balsamea)

​The Balsam fir tree has many uses, and using the needles of this great plant as a smudge is just one of many. The properties as a smudge are calming and relaxing energies. The smoke is useful in detoxifying the respiratory system. This fir is the most common type of tree used as a Christmas tree, so for many the scent evokes a happy time.

Blue Sage Smudge  ​(Salvia azurea)

Blue sage is often known as Grandmother Sage. This purifying herb has great Medicinal and magic applications. The Sage provides spiritual strength and is sometimes used in Exorcism rituals to remove malevolent spirits. AKA Azure Sage and Pitcher Sage.

Cedar Smudge

​Cedar is another Great option for smudging. While the cleansing effect of Cedar is not quite as intense as White Sage, Cedar has other great properties. The cedar tree is a sacred tree believed to have healing properties. This makes Cedar a must use for healing and for ceremonial purposes. Cedar smoke has a friendly and  healing energy that is a good alternative for those who have an aversion to sage. ​

Copal Resin

Copal​ unites the energizing force of the sun with the grounding, transmuting properties of earth. This resin is a great and gentle healer. Copal works by bringing out Negative energies and transmuting them into positive energies. This resin also aids in all sorts of healing - physical, emotional and environmental, which makes it great to use in a healing or sickroom . Copal also is great for opening and cleaning all the Chakras. Copal is a highly protective energy which aids in manifestation.

Desert Chaparral 

​ negative energy clearing + protection + calm

Dragon's Blood Resin

Dragon’s blood is a great resin with many uses. Dragon’s blood will remove negativity from a space, and our smudge is a base of white sage to increase it’s potency. Dragon’s blood also has a great Psychic, Magic, and Spiritual energizing property. Dragon’s blood is said to increase the potency of magical workings. A side benefit to this resin is the claim that is assists in enhancing health, virility and cures impotence.

Frankincense

Holy Basil Smudge

​purification + calming

Juniper Smudge

​Juniper is an excellent choice for use instead of a more standard smudge. Not only does Juniper clear negative energy like other smudges, Juniper can also create a safe, protective, positive, healing space when the negative energy is removed. Juniper is energetically and physically detoxifying as well as centering.

Lavender Smudge

lavender is used as a smudge to bring out the powers of calming and cleansing. Lavender has a calming effect on on the nervous system. Lavender brings a clean positive energy, opens the heart chakra and calms situations. Magically it can be used for protection and also for love as well. Some traditions maintain the scent of Lavender wards off evil.

Lemon Balm

​spiritual cleansing + calm

Mountain Sage  (Artemisia Tridentata)

Mountain sage is a sage that grows in high altitudes in arid climes. It is good for adding strength and energy in rituals. Mountain sage does dispel negative energy as well. AKA desert Mugwort.

Mugwort ( Black Sage) (Artemisia vulgaris)

Black Sage is also known as Mugwort. This herb is often used to protect one against evil spirits.  Mugwort is well known as an aid to astral travel and dream Magic. Mugwort also is used to dispel fatigue and aid in divination.  This Smudge is often used before or during a divination working for this reason.

Mullein

​cleansing sickrooms + heals/improves respiratory function

Peppermint

​healing + protection

Pine Smudge (pinus sylvestris) ​

​Our pine ​smudge is a great stand alone smudge for several types of rituals in addition to using to purify a space.   Pine is known to reverse hex or curses upon the recipient. During times of loss the burning of Pine is known to lift the spirits of those in mourning. Pine also helps with concentration.

Rosemary Smudge

Protection

Rose Petals

​meditation + calming + attracts love

Sage Brush Smudge ​(Artemisia tridentate)

​Sagebrush  is a great additon for it’s many medical b enifits. This richly aromatic herb is used by many in the southwest as part of their purification rituals. Often used as a medicine, it is used in treating headaches, stopping internal bleeding and preventing infections. The herb is very evocative of the clean windswept deserts of the american southwest. ​

Sweetgrass Smudge

Sweetgrass is a traditional Native American herb that is also sometimes burned for smudging. Sweet grass holds an energy of blessing with some cleansing properties. Sweetgrass should ideally be used after smudging with sage, to bring in positive energy after negativity has been released. Our Sweet grass comes in a long braided strand rather than as a smudge stick.

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Yarrow

​eliminates toxins from the body

Yerba Santa

​Our Yerba Santa smudge sticks are made from an herb that translates into ‘Holy Herb’. This is a great smudge to use when you are looking to start a meditation as it aids in finding your innermost self. Yerba is also great for burning before starting a spiritual journey. This smudge is also great for spiritual cleansing rites. The burning of Yerba can give one encouragement and courage to face what needs to be done.