Pack of 3-4 pieces Palo Santo also known as holy wood originates from Peru. It is used as a ritual tool to rid yourself, or your space of negativity. How to use Palo Santo sticks: Light a Palo Santo stick with a lighter until it starts to flame. Hold the stick downward at a 45° angle. Let the stick burn for about 30 seconds. Blow out the flame, if necessary. The stick will burn with its thick, aromatic smoke for as little as a couple of minutes, or more. You might choose to let it sit in a fireproof dish or waft it around your space. They usually go out in their own time, however, should you need to put it out don't use water - gently nudge it into a little bowl of sand or some soil. Pieces are intuitively chosen, and come with instructions printed