# White sage or palo santo: which to choose?

> White sage is a dried herb bundle, while palo santo is thin sticks with a sweet, woody scent: choose a bundle, sticks or a white sage kit with amethyst.

- Published by Holistic Tree: 2026-10-23; last reviewed 2026-10-23
- URL: https://holistictree.co.uk/guides/white-sage-vs-palo-santo

## Key points

- New to cleansing rituals? A white sage bundle is a simple start, traditionally burned in cleansing rituals, and comes individually wrapped.
- Want quick burns? The 50 g pack of thin palo santo sticks has a sweet, woody scent and suits incense fans.
- Starting an altar? The white sage bundle kit with amethyst includes dried white sage, a palo santo stick, a selenite wand and an amethyst tumble stone.
- Buying for someone new? Pick the kit for crystal collectors and witchy friends, or the bundle for pagan friends.
- Over £60 we pay the first £6 of delivery on most orders, so one ordinary parcel travels free.

## How did we choose these picks?

We hand-picked these gifts from the range we stock. We chose each one for who it suits and what it does. A white sage bundle suits witchcraft beginners, altar keepers and pagan friends, while palo santo sticks suit ritual beginners and incense fans.

We also looked at the mix of kinds and budgets. The kit with amethyst brings dried white sage, a palo santo stick, a selenite wand and an amethyst tumble stone together for crystal collectors and witchy friends. Every pick here suits a cleansing ritual.

Want to see more? Browse everything in our [Incense](/incense) range, or try [Witchcraft Supplies](/witchcraft-supplies).

## What's the difference?

A white sage bundle is dried white sage, traditionally burned in cleansing rituals. Choose it plain or with lavender, in sizes from 10 cm to 22.5 cm, with each bundle individually wrapped.

Thin palo santo sticks come as a 50 g pack, with a sweet, woody scent, suited to quick burns. The White Sage Bundle Kit with Amethyst is the all-in-one option: a bundle of dried white sage, a palo santo stick, a selenite wand and an amethyst tumble stone, in a picture plastic box.

## How do a white sage bundle, palo santo sticks and a sage kit compare?

A white sage bundle, palo santo sticks and a sage kit all suit a cleansing ritual, but they differ in size, scent and what's in the box. The bundle lets you pick a length, the sticks offer a sweet, woody scent, and the kit brings everything in one box.

### [White Sage Bundle](/products/white-sage-bundle) (from £5.49)

If they love altar work, this is the one. A white sage bundle is a bundle of white sage, traditionally burned in cleansing rituals, so it's a simple place to start. Choose it plain or with lavender, depending on the scent you like. Sizes run from 10 cm to 22.5 cm, so you can pick a length that suits your space. Each bundle is individually wrapped, which makes it easy to give as a clean, ready-to-go gift. It suits witchcraft beginners, pagan friends and anyone building an altar. Because it's a single bundle, it's a simple thing to keep on hand for your next ritual. Pick the 22.5 cm length if you want more to work with. Care matters, too: it's for burning in ritual only and should never be left burning unattended.

*Best for: Altar keepers and beginners.*

### [Thin Palo Santo Sticks 50g](/products/thin-palo-santo-sticks) (£4.49)

Something a little different. These thin palo santo sticks come in a 50 g pack with a sweet, woody scent. They're traditionally used in spiritual rituals, and their thin shape suits quick burns or single uses. That makes them an easy way to try a short ritual without a big commitment. The sticks come in a colour cardboard box, measuring 12 cm tall, 11 cm wide and 2.6 cm deep. Palo santo is burned as incense; it's not for eating. It's a lovely pick for ritual beginners and incense fans who love a sweet, woody scent. Because it's a single pack, it makes a complete gift on its own, with nothing extra to add. Its shape makes it simple to pick up whenever you're ready to begin a ritual, with nothing to set up first.

*Best for: Incense fans who like quick burns.*

### [White Sage Bundle Kit with Amethyst](/products/amethyst-crystal-white-sage-bundle-kit) (£10.99)

Nice to unwrap, nicer to use. This kit brings a full starter set into one picture plastic box: a bundle of dried white sage, a stick of palo santo, a selenite wand and an amethyst tumble stone. It's made for starting a cleansing ritual with each item in one place. The tumble stone adds a crystal to the altar as well as the herbs. The kit weighs 115 g and measures 16.5 cm high, 8.5 cm wide and 3.5 cm deep, so it's easy to keep on a shelf. Natural stones vary, so each tumble stone will look a little different. It suits ritual beginners, crystal collectors, witchy friends and altar keepers who want a complete set to start. Because it comes as a set, you can try each part of the practice in one go.

*Best for: Crystal collectors starting out.*

- [White Sage Bundle](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/white-sage-bundle): From £5.49
- [Thin Palo Santo Sticks 50g](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/thin-palo-santo-sticks): £4.49
- [White Sage Bundle Kit with Amethyst](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/amethyst-crystal-white-sage-bundle-kit): £10.99

## Side by side: the facts

| | [White Sage Bundle](/products/white-sage-bundle) (from £5.49) | [Thin Palo Santo Sticks 50g](/products/thin-palo-santo-sticks) (£4.49) | [White Sage Bundle Kit with Amethyst](/products/amethyst-crystal-white-sage-bundle-kit) (£10.99) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contents | White sage, or white sage with lavender | – | White sage bundle, palo santo stick, selenite wand, amethyst tumble stone |
| Weight | – | 50 g | 115 g |
| Boxed size | – | 12 cm tall, 11 cm wide, 2.6 cm deep | Boxed, it measures 16.5 cm high, 8.5 cm wide and 3.5 cm deep |
| Best for | Altar keepers and beginners | Incense fans who like quick burns | Crystal collectors starting out |
| Delivery | Standard dispatch | Same-day dispatch | Same-day dispatch |

## Which should you buy? Our pick

Our pick is the White Sage Bundle Kit with Amethyst. It brings everything for a first cleansing ritual into one picture plastic box: dried white sage, a palo santo stick, a selenite wand and an amethyst tumble stone. It weighs 115 g and measures 16.5 cm high, 8.5 cm wide and 3.5 cm deep when boxed. For ritual beginners and altar keepers who want one starting set, it is the one we'd reach for first.

- Choose the White Sage Bundle if you have a ritual already and just need the sage, plain or with lavender, in your chosen size.
- Choose the Thin Palo Santo Sticks 50g if you want a sweet, woody scent for quick burns or single uses.
- Choose the White Sage Bundle Kit with Amethyst if you are starting out and want everything in one box, including a selenite wand.

## How does delivery work?

Every order travels by tracked UK delivery, to your door or straight to theirs if it's a gift. Delivery is the sum of your parcels, from £3.95 each (some items travel free), and free over £60 on most orders: we pay the first £6. Each product page shows the expected delivery dates before you pay. See [delivery](/delivery) for the details.

## Ready to choose?

Choose a white sage bundle for beginners and altar keepers, palo santo sticks for quick burns and incense fans, or the amethyst kit for crystal collectors and witchy friends. Pick your favourite above and add it to your basket: every product page shows its size, price and delivery dates.
More ideas: [Sage meaning](/guides/sage-meaning) · [Kitchen witch supplies](/guides/kitchen-witch-supplies) · [Incense for beginners: sticks, cones, resin and holders](/guides/incense-for-beginners).

## Questions

### What is the difference between white sage and palo santo?

White sage is a bundle of dried white sage, traditionally burned in cleansing rituals. Palo santo is a thin stick with a sweet, woody scent, suited to quick burns. Try the White Sage Bundle or Thin Palo Santo Sticks 50g to see which feels right for you.

### What is a good white sage gift for a beginner?

The White Sage Bundle is a good pick for witchcraft beginners. It comes plain or with lavender, and sizes run from 10 cm to 22.5 cm. Each bundle is individually wrapped and is traditionally burned in cleansing rituals, so it suits pagan friends and altar keepers too.

### What does palo santo smell like?

Palo santo has a sweet, woody scent. Thin Palo Santo Sticks 50g come in a 50 g pack and are traditionally used in spiritual rituals. They suit ritual beginners, altar keepers and incense fans, and they are a good choice for quick burns.

### What comes in a white sage starter kit with amethyst?

The White Sage Bundle Kit with Amethyst holds dried white sage, a palo santo stick, a selenite wand and an amethyst tumble stone. It is made for starting a cleansing ritual. It suits ritual beginners and crystal collectors.

### Is delivery free in the UK on white sage and palo santo orders?

Free UK delivery applies over £60 on most orders. We pay the first £6 of delivery. Every product page shows the expected delivery dates before you pay. Returns are open for unused items within 14 days of delivery.