My white sage obsession began with a Yankee wax tart and the rest as they say is history, it was quick and when something smells this incredible, also painless. As much as I love, yes love the Yankee Sea Salt and Sage wax tart, I craved something more natural and dare I say authentic in scent which lead me to purchasing a few white sage smudge sticks.

History is by no means my strong point - and I apologise if any of this is indeed incorrect - but I have read that traditionally smudge sticks were used within cleansing rituals - to purify and bless people, spaces and places. They were and still are employed to remove any negative energy and presence; I believe that the Native Americans were indeed one of the first to practise such ritual, today Yoga and spiritual retreats often use white sage in a similar manner too.
As truly interesting as the history and spiritual usage of white sage may be, I can't say that is the reason nor purpose for my purchase - it is indeed a lovely added bonus.You see I really enjoy herbal and authentic outdoor-sy fragrances; I grew up with green-fingered grandparents, a greenhouse and a love for being outside. At any given opportunity I will wander down memory lane and that is exactly where burning white sage takes me - I know for a fact my grandparents didn't grow white sage but the herbal aroma it produces evokes memories of a beloved and happy childhood.

I must stress that true white sage is not sweet, floral nor what certain hom...