yerba santa & white sage smudge

RYOKO’s philosophy is that luxury is about gifting oneself time and attention. They recognize that by setting aside time to fully acknowledge our physical presence we can experience more joy in the passing moment. Such mindful, daily rituals have been understood for generations to deepen connections, to sharpen our senses and increase our appreciation for them. RYOKO’s collection of soulful objects and natural mixes that bear the imprint of their creators can aid you in your practice and ground you in that which already exists all around us. 

encouraging | healing | cleansing - earthy | deep | herbaceous: traditionally used for protection and setting boundaries, yerba santa or “holy herb" is the supportive medicine for growth, empowerment, and the release of emotional pain stored in the heart chakra. It is also often used for respiratory conditions including cough, cold and asthma, and it can help ease symptoms of allergies.

healing | purifying | balancing - herbaceous | woody | deep: white sage is one of the most powerful cleansers for people, spaces and objects. It creates awareness and holds antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Traditionally, white sage is used by North American indigenous for their rituals and medicines.

use: matches or a candle to light the smudge, then blow out the flame.