Author: Incense from India

A sweet musk carried on overtones of sandalwood and vanilla.

MUSK falls under the rulership of the sun and the burning of this incense exudes a powerful, expressive fragrance. The vibrations of musk are very physical and is commonly associated with sexual arousal. As an aid for the very timid and shy, musk acts as a stimulant to the psychic body which assists in the development of will power and determination.

SANDALWOOD is considered sacred in India and is extremely popular because of its spiritually uplifting qualities. Sandalwood is ruled by Uranus and is frequently used by individuals desiring to recollect past lifetimes. Moat commonly, the essence is burned during prayer and meditation.

VANILLA is often used as a fragrance ingredient in creating many oriental perfumes. It blends well with scents such as sandalwood, vertiver, benzoin, balsam, and other spice oils. Its essence can be both soothing and healing.

COMBINATION incenses are those which we have found to have the qualities of both the Masala and the Charcoal.

It is possible to make a masala incense and then dip it into liquid perfumes, producing a very colorful and rich bouquet.

Or, semi-liquid substances such as resinoids can be added to the masala along with essential oils or liquid aromatics.

These incenses usually have a great deal of depth, and once burned, leave a lingering after fragrance.