Incense Sticks

Incense has been used for thousands of years for important events. The powerful aroma that incense produces is what heals a person’s body as a whole in a multitude of ways; especially since the power of smell has more of an effect on the brain than we realize. When you smell something pleasant, your brain automatically begins to calm down and finds balance. To begin enjoying this calming ritual, decide what type of incense you want: direct or indirect. Indirect incense doesn’t involve setting it on fire. Instead, this type of incense requires a heat source, such as coals or embers, that sit directly beneath it. This technique is generally used when the incense is in a raw state. In contrast, direct incense is the most common form of incense today; as well as the easiest to use. This is when the incense is bound to other types of flammable substances, like oil, and rolled around a bamboo core using compression and water. This allows for a very easy, steady burn and is typically used with incense holders.