The Flameless Smudge

Scent notes:

• Top: Apple, Eucalyptus, Orange
• Middle: Camphor, Pine
• Bottom: Cedar Leaf, Wood

The Smudging Process:

The basic ritual of smudging involves lighting the plant material until it smolders, producing smoke. The smoke is then directed over the body, objects, or areas that need cleansing. This can be done using the hand, a feather, or a fan. Often, the person performing the ritual will focus on intentions of healing, purification, or protection.

Cultural Significance:

Smudging has deep cultural significance and is a spiritual practice that holds meaning within specific traditions. For Indigenous groups, particularly Native American tribes, smudging is often a ceremonial activity that takes place during important rites, such as healing rituals, prayer, and purification ceremonies. The practice is intertwined with a deep respect for the natural world and its ability to provide for both physical and spiritual well-being.

Modern Use:

In recent years, smudging has become increasingly popular outside of Indigenous communities, often used in holistic wellness practices. People may use smudging as a form of energy cleansing in homes, workplaces, or personal spaces. It is frequently seen in connection with meditation, yoga, and mindfulness practices, where individuals aim to clear negative energy and create a peaceful environment.

Spray smudge is a modern adaptation of the traditional smudging ritual, where the smoke-producing plants or herbs used in smudging are turned into a liquid form, often in the form of an essential oil or hydrosol, that can be sprayed in place of burning plant material. This method provides a way to cleanse a space, person, or object of negative energy, without the use of smoke.

Ingredients: SD Alcohol 40B, Deionized Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin. Fragrance

Net Wt: 7oz