Palo Santo

Palo Santo wood is highly prized for its unique essential oil, which is only produced by the tree once it starts to die. The oil is extracted from the heartwood after the tree has fallen and been lying on the forest floor for several years. The tree's natural defence mechanism against insects and disease involves producing a resin rich in limonene, an insecticide and antifungal compound. As the tree dies, the resin concentrates in the heartwood, developing the aromatic properties of the oil. Extracting the oil through steam distillation is a time-consuming and labour-intensive process, adding to its value. Since Palo Santo trees are endangered, sourcing the oil sustainably and ethically is crucial. The essential oil is used for various purposes, such as insect repellent, respiratory health, calming nerves and spiritual practices like energy cleansing and connecting with spirit realms.

There are many ways to utilise Palo Santo oil benefits for the body, head, heart and spirit, but the mainstay of this video is about the essential oil’s benefits for spiritual and soul work.

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We like this video by Felicity Warner about Palo Santo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PVmLUiNPoQ&t=7s