This hexagonal box holds HEM incense sticks from the Palo Santo Masala series. In this version the scent of palo santo is blended with sandalwood, so you notice two woods in the room. The box is black with gold and orange details and reads “Palo Santo Sandal”. It is made in India, and one order brings you one box.
Two woods from two continents
Palo santo comes from South America, sandalwood from India. Palo santo smells lighter and slightly sweet, while sandalwood is a deeper, creamy woody scent. If you love woody scents and are not in the mood for flowers or spice, this is the version to choose.
For a change, the cinnamon version of the series is spicier, the myrrh more resinous and the rose more floral. This box pairs two woods, with no flowers or spice.
For reading and quiet hours
In India sandalwood has been part of rituals for centuries, and palo santo smoke is traditionally used to clear a space energetically. Many people light a stick while reading, praying or during a long conversation. If you read in your armchair in the evening, you can set the holder on the small table beside it.
Where to put it while it burns
Use a steady, heat-resistant incense holder, away from curtains and paper, as the ash will fall. Stay in the room while it burns. In a small room one stick is enough, and if the smoke seems strong, open a window a little.
Keep an opened box in a drawer or cupboard, somewhere dry, so the sticks do not take on moisture.