This hand-tied sage smudge stick has been coated with a Dragon's Blood resin which is made from the sap of several exotic trees from around the world. The resin has a natural red pigment and a beautiful, earthy fragrance. Sage has been used for centuries as part of purification and cleansing rituals and Dragon's Blood is thuoght to add potency to spells, offer protection and create a calm atmosphere for meditation. The two combined in one smudge stick offer a powerful spiritual tool.