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Burning incense safely

Updated: Jan 20, 2021

Burning incense and smudge sticks is a great way to improve your environment, ground yourself and bring beautiful fragrances to your space. But always remember to stay safe:

  • use an incense burner or stand. This will help contain the burning incense and its ash.

  • place incense holders on a fire and heat resistant surface.

  • never leave burning incense unattended.

  • always burn incense in a well-ventilated area.

  • keep lit incense out of reach from children and pets.

How to smudge and burn incense

How to burn incense sticks

Light the tip and let the flame burn for a few seconds. Gently blow the flame out and place in an incense holder on a fire and heat resistant surface.

How to burn incense cones

Light the tip of the cone while placed in a holder. Let the flame burn for a few seconds and gently blow out.

How to burn incense rope

If using a rope incense holder, hook the thicker end of the rope onto the hook. Light the tip, let it burn for a couple of seconds and gently blow out the flame. Otherwise, light either end of the tip, let the flame burn for a couple of seconds before gently blowing out. Place on a fire and heat resistant surface dish or holder.


How to burn sage smudge sticks

Light the thick end and let it burn for a few seconds, before gently blowing out. Use a fire and heat resistant surface dish or shell to rest the smudge on and collect ashes.


How to burn sage leaves

Place sage leaves in a fire and heat resistant surface dish or shell. Set alight and gently blow the flame out.


How to burn Palo Santo

Light either end, and let the flame burn for a few seconds before gently blowing out. Rest on a fire and heat resistant surface dish or holder.


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