White Sage, also called sacred sage or bee sage, is the most effective herb for removing negative energy in your home. It is a great way to cleanse your jewelry as well! It is one of the oldest and most well-known herbs for energy cleansing.
Sage is traditionally used in Native American medicine and shamanic practice and is renowned for its healing energy. The scent calms the mind and purifies the body.
The Cedar smudges carry a medicine of protection. Its aroma is woodsy and fresh. Cedar is an herb of protection and it is often used to cleanse a home or apartment when first moving in, inviting unwanted spirits to leave and protecting a person, place or object from unwanted influences. 
Smudges may help clear the air, scientists have observed that sage can clear up to 94 percent of airborne bacteria and disinfect the air. Also, when sage is burned, it releases negative ions, which is linked to putting people into a positive mood. 
Smudging requires simple ingredients like matches, smudging herbs, and a smudging bowl. Before you start, remember to open a door or window, because the unwanted energy you are trying to clear must have a pathway to get out. First, light one end of your smudge, allowing it to catch fire and burn for several seconds. Then gently blow on the lit end - the smudge will begin to glow and smoke. Lay the smudge on a heatproof bowl to catch the ashes as it burns.