White Sage and Sweetgrass - Smudge

Package: 1 White Sage and Sweet Grass Smudge

Length: approximately 10 cm

White Sage

White Sage is considered sacred by many Native Americans; it is used to make a type of incense.

It is commonly believed that white sage clears spaces of any evil spirits or negative energies that may be present.

This power is released by burning the plant's leaves, which are typically bundled in the form of sticks.

Even today, many Native Americans, among others, use its stems and leaves during purification ceremonies.

Sweet Grass

Sweet Grass (Hierochloe odorata) is a grass with a sweet and pungent fragrance, native to the plains of North America.

Also known by the names “Sweet Grass” and “Mother Earth's Hair,” Native Americans have always considered it a sacred grass used for ceremonial and ritual purposes, tied in three-strand braids that represent love, kindness, and honesty, respectively.

According to Native American tradition, White Sage is first burned to banish negative energies, followed by Sweet Grass to attract the attention of benevolent spirits and luminous entities.

It is recommended to trim off the burnt residue and rewrap it in aluminum foil for future use, keeping it away from moisture.

How to use: To use the incense sticks, light the top of the bundle, then gently blow out the flame with a light movement of your hand; the grass will release its full aromatic fragrance.

Traditionally, the smoke is spread and directed to the area where you wish to perform the smudging with the help of a feather (but your hand works just as well), and then placed on a shell to continue smoking (but any heat-resistant support will also work).

Once lit and smoking, direct the smoke where you wish or carry the smudge directly to the desired area. Alternatively, you can place the smudge on a small plate and let it smoke as desired. Before using it again, trim off the burnt part with scissors.

After use, wrap it in aluminum foil and store it away from heat sources and moisture.

It lasts for numerous smudging sessions. Do not leave it lit in drafts.