By now everyone knows about essential oils and burning sage or palo santo, but my personal favorite is bay leaf. So, which to use when?

I generally use sage for a fresh start in a new home or office location as it cleanses the air and purifies it while getting rid of any stale smells.

I then use palo santo to remove any staleness that crept in over time and bring on a refreshed sense of calm which is perfect for an existing residence as palo santo is said to help relieve stress. If you are unsure, trust your intuition on which of these to use, you may need both.

I use bay leaf on a regular basis for a peaceful and calming effect by crushing dry leaves and sprinkling them over a fire. Bay leaf is actually rumored to be better for you as a burnt scent than eaten because of its anxiety relieving effects and is considered safe for most people so it is perfect if any new guests in your space as not everyone is a fan of palo santo or sage.

I would still use bay leaf in my soups though!