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How to use incense? By turning to the study of this issue, a person will discover a lot of important and interesting information. How do fragrances affect our lives? In what cases can one or another incense be used? This article will answer the most popular questions.

What are the different types of incense?

Fragrances have a unique ability to influence our physiology and energy. Plants have a huge reserve of energy, which gives them the ability to survive even in poor conditions. All objects around us have a similar reserve. Fragrances convey this energy to us, which in turn has a truly magical effect on us.

Aroma molecules penetrate our aura and give a powerful effect: they relieve immune deficiency, help distribute and harmonize energy, improve healing, make etheric body lighter and denser. In addition, aromas affect physical health and emotions. They can even replace a psychologist. Fragrances restore the aura, work with complexes and aggression, and help you believe in goodness again. But how to choose and use incense correctly so that it works to its full potential? First of all, you need to focus on Prakriti (in Ayurveda, this concept means the original nature of a person, given to him from birth).

Incense is also used in medicinal purposes. In this case, you can get rid of the imbalance of doshas (the so-called vikriti). By studying the state of prakriti and vikriti, you will be able to correctly select and use the appropriate aroma. A variety of materials are used to make incense: various herbs, aromatic trees, special resins. Sometimes about a hundred different aromatic components are combined in incense.

The extensive classification of incense is due to two factors: a rich variety of varieties and wide range applications. Incense is divided according to the following characteristics - composition, application, appearance, Manufacturer country.

By origin incense is:

• Indian and similar ones.

These include Indian, Thai, Ceylonese, Malay and Burmese incense. In this group there are almost no sticks without a base. But only here you can find “cones” and “plasticine” - an excellent alternative to incense sticks.

Such incense is the most powerful in terms of energy. Their composition and manufacturing method are kept secret; this knowledge has been passed on from generation to generation for many centuries. Herbs are collected in the highlands of the Himalayas only at certain times and only by hand. Afterwards, the raw materials undergo environmental assessment.

Unlike Indian ones, Tibetan incense contains up to forty ingredients. In addition, due to the absence of a bamboo base, there are no additional extraneous odors. They also differ in a more complex composition - during combustion, the aroma gradually reveals itself.

Sometimes in Tibet, incense is made in the form of powder with crushed Tibetan herbs. Most popular manufacturers: Center Tibetan medicine Dr. Dolkar, Dalai Lama Center, TWYC Center, Tara Tibetan Incense Center of Tashi Choling Monastery, Zonkar Shuud Monastery and others.

Tibetan sticks do not have a base. True, due to their lower density (compared to Chinese and Japanese), they crumble a lot and burn faster.

There are also Chinese incense. Sticks without a base of sandalwood or flowers are popular in this group. There are also unique incense, for example, incense in the form of a spiral. It is believed that when they burn clockwise, an energy column is created. Thanks to this, higher powers will be able to help a person faster. Having noticed small sandalwood and flower barrels, boats, baskets, you will know for sure that their homeland is China.

Chinese chopsticks are as elegant as their country of origin. The delicate aroma of flowers promotes mental clarity and concentration. You can use such incense at home without fear. The sticks are thin, but hard, and are tinted in various shades.

Sticks from Japan have a more delicate and refined scent. True connoisseurs of beauty, residents of the country rising sun They made sticks with a aroma that is very difficult to detect. Such incense is peaceful, calming and can be used very sensitive people. Just like Chinese and Tibetan chopsticks, chopsticks from Japan are made without using a base. Their main feature- beautiful packaging, the Japanese approach its selection with great responsibility. Incense in a neat wooden box, decorated with traditional painting, will be a wonderful gift.

By shape highlight:

Such incense is common in Tibet and China. They are made in the form of sticks, which are cut on both sides. For example, Chinese incense resembles a bunch of pasta. Incenses native to Tibet are thicker and are most often tied together with colored thread.

Bulk incense is a special powder or ground herbs. To use them, the powder is placed in an aroma pot, and a burning coal is placed on top. You can also sprinkle such incense on a burning stick.

This type of incense is really very similar to the plasticine we are used to. This texture is achieved due to the composition: it most often contains honey and ghee. Thanks to its plasticity, incense can be used to make various shapes. Another feature is a strong rich aroma. Plasticine incense is recommended for use in spacious rooms or outdoors.

5 rules for using incense

First rule- choose a fragrance based on your characteristics: body constitution, date of birth and zodiac sign, character.

Second rule- choose scents that will work with your weaknesses and will be able to bring the doshas into balance.

Third rule- listen to yourself: do you have any allergies and do you feel a feeling of disgust after using incense?

Fourth rule- you need to use only those incense that you really like.

Fifth rule- experiment. You can use several types of incense at once, mixing aromas with each other.

How to use incense sticks

How to use incense correctly? First of all, you need to purchase incense sticks and a stand in which the ashes will be collected. As soon as the incense starts to smoke, place it in the room or in the center of the apartment so that the aroma can envelop the entire room. You can place the wand in any room and open the door - very soon the delicate aroma will reach the most secluded corners of your home.

How to Use Incense Cones

To use this type of incense, you will need a special incense burner. It should be purchased along with the scent cones. Couldn't find it? No problem. Take any saucer with a smooth bottom. Then everything is simple: you need to light the incense, gradually smoldering, it will spread an exquisite aroma throughout the house. After some time, the cone will burn out completely. Sometimes incense burners have a special lid, with its help you can extinguish the incense at any time. Aromatic incense in the form of cones can be used to scent rooms and for meditation.

How to use incense based on your zodiac sign

When choosing aromatic incense, you can also focus on your zodiac sign. However, please note that right choice and it is quite difficult to predict the result. Don't be discouraged if the scents listed don't suit you or you don't quite agree with the list. This is just a guide to help you sort through the many flavors out there. Listen to your intuition. So, for each sign you need to use certain healing herbs and aromas.

ARIES(March 21 - April 20): pine, patchouli, geranium, rose, lemon, Musk, rosemary, sandalwood, vanilla, coriander, violet, juniper, sage.

CALF(April 21 - May 20): bergamot, mint, cedar, chamomile, lemon, Myrrh, Neroli, patchouli, Frankincense, rosemary, vanilla, thuja, jasmine, sage, lily of the valley, strawberry, lilac.

TWINS(May 21 - June 21): strawberry, eucalyptus, geranium, lavender, orange, Musk, Neroli, rose, palmarosa, Frankincense, rosemary, sandalwood, vanilla, cinnamon, lemongrass, ylang-ylang, jasmine, tulsi .

CANCER(June 22 - July 22): jasmine, amber, bergamot, pine, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, Myrrh, Neroli, orange, Frankincense, sandalwood, rosemary, vanilla, ylang-ylang, juniper, sage.

A LION(July 23 - August 23): Frankincense, coconut, lemon, orange, lemongrass, patchouli, Myrrh, rose, gardenia, sandalwood, rosemary, thuja, juniper.

VIRGO(August 24 - September 23): “Myrrh”, sandalwood, cedar, eucalyptus, geranium, orange, lemongrass, “Musk”, “Neroli”, “Aphrodesia”, “Frankincense”, cinnamon, ylang-ylang, tulsi.

SCALES(September 24 - October 23): pine, rose, lavender, Frankincense, cedar, mint, cinnamon, ylang-ylang, geranium, eucalyptus, orchid.

SCORPION(October 24 - November 22): patchouli, jasmine, tulsi, pine, lemon, rosemary, sandalwood, cinnamon, vanilla, ylang-ylang, magnolia.

SAGITTARIUS(November 23 - December 21): lavender, Musk, lemon, lemongrass, almond, Myrrh, Neroli, patchouli, Frankincense, rose, rosemary, cinnamon, thuja.

CAPRICORN(December 22 - January 20): amber, sandalwood, bergamot, pine, lavender, sage, clove, eucalyptus, juniper, Frankincense, rose, cinnamon.

AQUARIUS(January 21 - February 20): lemongrass, rose, cedar, bergamot, pine, lemon, orange, Frankincense, thuja, thyme, eucalyptus, tulsi, ylang-ylang, hyacinth.

FISH(February 21 - March 20): cedar, orange, bergamot, chamomile, lavender, eucalyptus, lemon, Musk, Myrrh, Neroli, Frankincense, rosemary, vanilla, jasmine, juniper.

How to use incense for different purposes

A huge amount of incense can be used at home every day.

The most common incense is from India with a bamboo base. They are easy to buy, they are cheap, and a wide variety of compositions will allow you to find the desired scent.

If your goal is to improve family relationships, pay attention to the following scents: jasmine, orange, musk, tangerine, coconut, incense, lemon, sandalwood, myrrh, and their combinations. They can be used to improve energy and make the room more comfortable. This is a great choice if you are just starting to learn aromatherapy.

Incense from Tibet and Nepal is recommended for various spiritual practices. From the very beginning, they were made to improve physical and mental health. Contains only natural ingredients, unique ingredients are often used, which are famous for their strong healing and sacred properties. Such incense is not characterized by overly cloying and sweet aromas. They are distinguished by the exquisite, calm, deep aroma of herbs that grow in the harsh Tibetan climate.

If you need to create the appropriate atmosphere for meditation, try using incense from China and Japan, primarily sandalwood sticks. Among other types of incense, it is worth taking a closer look at sandalwood, myrrh, pine, incense, musk, neroli, juniper, rose, and rhododendron. These aromas can be used to improve energy and achieve harmony with the world around you.

To communicate with higher powers. The use of incense is an important part of rites and rituals in many traditions. When choosing incense, a number of factors are taken into account - the tradition that a person is guided by, the tasks that need to be completed. A simple example: for a ritual for love, you can use the following types incense - ylang-ylang, rose, vetiver, jasmine, musk. However, when performing a cleansing ritual, you need to use completely different aromas - sage, incense, juniper.

By the way, there are a number of universal aromas that can be used to perform rituals and other magical actions in different traditions. These include frankincense, myrrh and cedar.

For what purposes incense can be used, you can sometimes find out already from the name. For example, “Clean House”, “Gold and Silver”, “ Divine healing", "Higher Power" and others.

Often, aromatic resins (incense and mixtures, myrrh, copal, etc.) and herbs (common and white sage, juniper, bison and others) are used in rituals. Many specialists prepare their own aromatic mixtures. True, the choice of incense is very extensive, so you can easily find the composition you need.

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The most common type of incense is incense sticks. They are popular because they are easy to use, cheap and fit perfectly into any interior. What do you need to know about them?
The “rod” of the stick is a thin bamboo chip on which a base with an aroma filler is applied. Typically, the base is charcoal or “masala,” a mixture of fine wood chips or crushed aromatic plants. When burning, sticks on charcoal of a bright black color emit a pure smell of aroma filler (charcoal does not release impurities!).
Masala sticks can be from light beige to dark brown, and when they burn, the aroma of the base plants is mixed with the smell of the aroma filler.

There are “coreless” incense without bamboo slivers. They are more brittle, but when they burn, the smell of smoldering bamboo is not added to the main smell.

The quality of the stick does not depend on its color (they say that all the black ones are chemical, and the light ones are natural). The main thing is the composition of the aroma filler. If it consists of synthetic substances, the incense will be mediocre, but if it is made of pure natural ingredients, it will be excellent.

Incense differs in shape (sticks, cones) and composition (mono-aromatic with the smell of one plant, and poly-aromatic compositions of odors). You should not burn incense at night with a stimulating, stimulating effect.
Sometimes burning bamboo base causes allergies. In this case, switch to either stick-free incense or pure essential oils, just not synthetic ones!

We offer 14 incense for relaxation and recharging:
1. Bergamot tones, gives strength, improves memory and attention.
2. Jasmine has an anti-stress, relaxing effect, mobilizes the body's reserves. Enhances sensuality and is considered a “feminine” scent.
3. Ylang-ylang good antidepressant, causes a feeling of self-confidence. Relieves cramps, nervous tics, headaches. Excellent aphrodisiac “male smell”, increases male potency.
4. Lavender relieves fatigue, insomnia, and strengthens the immune system. Stimulates blood circulation, eliminates mental lethargy, irritability and states of unreasonable fear.
5. Incense spiritualizes and awakens interest in life.
6. Lemon tones and strengthens immune system, has antiviral effect. Relieves headaches, dizziness, nausea.
7. Lotus relieves fatigue, promotes spiritual development.
8. Myrrh is a strong anti-inflammatory agent. Helps with insomnia, softens stressful conditions.
9. Opium tones, invigorates, gives sharpness to the mind and fire to the heart.
10. Patchouli is an antiviral agent. Nourishes, refreshes, gives strength and determination. A strong erotic stimulant.
11. Rose helps with depression, insomnia, stress and nervous tension. Relieves fear and nightmares. Improves blood circulation.
12. Sandalwood relaxes and calms the nerves. Helps with depression, insomnia, hiccups nervous soil, throat irritation, runny nose, nausea, heartburn. It is a mild aphrodisiac and increases sensuality.
13. Pine activates breathing, has an anti-inflammatory effect, and accelerates the rehabilitation process after long-term illnesses.
14. Eucalyptus purifies the air and kills bacteria. Powerful antiviral and anti-inflammatory agent.

A scent for every sign!
Aries: pine, patchouli, rose, lemon, nutmeg, incense, rosemary, sandalwood, vanilla
Taurus: bergamot, mint, cedar, jasmine, lily of the valley, lilac
Gemini: sandalwood, eucalyptus, orange, nutmeg, vanilla, cinnamon, lemongrass, ylang-ylang
Cancer: jasmine, bergamot, pine, lavender, lemon, myrrh, ylang-ylang, juniper
Leo: incense, lemon, orange, lemongrass, patchouli, myrrh, rose, sandalwood
Virgo: myrrh, sandalwood, cedar, eucalyptus, orange, lemongrass, musk
Libra: cedar, mint, cinnamon, ylang-ylang, eucalyptus, orchid
Scorpio: patchouli, jasmine, pine, lemon, magnolia
Sagittarius: almond, myrrh, patchouli, incense, rose, rosemary, cinnamon, thuja
Capricorn: amber, sandalwood, bergamot, pine, lavender, sage, clove
Aquarius: frankincense, thuja, thyme, eucalyptus, ylang-ylang, hyacinth
Pisces: cedar, orange, bergamot, lemon, musk, myrrh, incense, rosemary, vanilla

The ancient science of aromatherapy has knowledge of how aromas affect the human condition: psychological and physical. During excavations ancient civilizations It’s not for nothing that vessels for incense were found - incense was valued by the Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks as gold and as spices.

And in the Middle Ages, when the plague decimated people indiscriminately, it was effectively combated by fumigating the air. Aromatic pine fires were lit throughout the city, producing acrid smoke. Any of the aromatic plants known at that time were used against the plague, because these were the best antiseptics available at that time.

Modern civilization has given us daily exposure to fumes and chemicals, and the modern lifestyle has given us stress and haste along with lack of exercise and poor diet. As a result, we also get ailments, obesity, accumulation in the body toxic substances, And real opportunity development of severe chronic diseases.

Aromatherapy makes it possible to slow down this process. Aromas are quickly introduced into the circulatory system, improving blood circulation, normalizing the human condition and balancing the processes occurring in the body, thereby increasing resistance harmful effects from outside.

There are many methods of using aromatherapy, but one of the most popular is aroma sticks.

Inexpensive and very easy to use.

Harm of incense sticks

Not long ago, Danish scientists announced that they had established a connection between an increased risk of lung cancer and constant use incense sticks. It turns out that systematic long-term inhalation of incense almost doubles the risk of lung cancer.

And if you use incense irregularly, you can inhale it calmly: the likelihood of cancer does not increase.

The development of cancer is influenced by organic carcinogens contained in smoke: carbonyl compounds, benzene and polyaromatic hydrocarbons.

Properties of different scents of incense sticks

Indian incense

In their homeland, Indian incense sticks are smoked during temple festivals and meditations. The scented base is applied to a bamboo stick, which is then soaked in essential oil for several days, resulting in a double scent. It is thanks to this technology that Indian sticks have a distinct smell; they immediately fill the room with aroma.

The most popular essential oils in Indian sticks are sandalwood, patchouli (excites passion) and eucalyptus (helps with colds).

Indian incense is on Russian market the most popular. Their packaging may be nondescript, but the quality of the oil is high, whether it is natural or synthetic.

Thai incense comes in brighter packaging, but is more expensive and of lower quality.

Nepalese incense

Nepalese incense sticks are baseless and consist of several minerals and herbs that are pressed for a long time. It is not necessary to burn them to the ground: only the tip is set on fire for about two minutes, after which the stick is extinguished. Nepalese sticks, consisting of pressed grass, have a rich, long-lasting aroma.

The most commonly used wood in Nepalese sticks is lotus, red and white sandalwood, pine and cedar.

The aroma of sandalwood helps with fear, anxiety, insomnia, calms nerves, and also heals severe runny nose and eliminates nausea.

Jasmine treats runny nose and asthmatic cough. Lavender stick eliminates insomnia and nervousness. Geranium incense calms and relieves fears.

Tibetan incense

These are the most popular incense, occupying special place in the tradition of aromatherapy.

The herbs for them are collected by hand in the Himalayas and at strictly defined times.

Tibetan incense sticks contain up to 40 components. The sticks are pressed, just like Nepalese ones. When burned, they gradually change their smell, but they are intended not only for aromatization. They are used in acupuncture for cauterizing points, and during massage, ground into powder and added to cream.

Chinese incense

These are most often baseless floral and sandalwood incense. They can also be in the form of thin spirals twisted in several circles. Burning clockwise, they create an “energy column,” as they say in China.

They can also be in the form of small baskets, boats, barrels.

How are aroma sticks used?

Smells play an important role in our lives. They can relax and excite, cause headaches and concentrate attention, lift our spirits and poison our lives. To properly use the power of odors, you need to know their properties.

Aroma sticks– the most convenient type of incense to use. This popularity is ensured by convenience, ease of use and low cost. The base impregnated with aroma filler is applied to a wooden sliver. Typically the base is made from coal or masala (a mixture of fine dust or crushed plants).

Black incense sticks are made of charcoal. When burning, they smell only of aroma filler. And in brown and beige sticks, a masala base is used, whose smell will be mixed with the aroma when burned.

Pay attention to the quality of the filler. The smell of a synthetic fragrance is not as pleasant and beneficial as the smell of a natural one. Do not burn several sticks at the same time - they can have a completely opposite effect.

In order not to get drowsiness instead of the expected increased ability to work, you need to figure out what smells contribute to what.

Relax - jasmine, myrrh, rose, lotus, sandalwood.

The scent of jasmine relieves stress, and it also helps to mobilize hidden reserves. Enhances sensuality.

The sweet and tart scent of lotus relieves fatigue.

Aromatherapy in horoscopes

• Aries are most susceptible to colds, viruses, headaches and eye diseases. They are recommended the aroma of lemon, which tones and has an antiviral effect, relieves nausea, relieves headaches and strengthens the immune system.
  Aries can also use sticks with scents of incense, pine, sandalwood, vanilla and patchouli.

• Taurus have a chance to live their lives to a ripe old age without illness, but their tendency to abuse work, feelings, emotions, and many bad habits leads the body’s energy to decline. In such situations, they are found by illnesses - diseases of the neck, throat, nose.
  The aroma of Taurus is jasmine, which promotes relaxation, relieves stress, and improves the body's defenses. Sticks with the scents of cedar, lilac, pine, bergamot, and lily of the valley are also recommended.
• Geminis get sick from boredom and nerves. Hence insomnia, allergies, breakdowns, joint diseases. Sandalwood is used for therapy, relieving depression, insomnia, headache, a cold. The taste for life is restored with the aromas of orange, vanilla, ylang-ylang, and cinnamon.
• Cancer is the most susceptible to depression. All ailments come from nerves and thanks to self-hypnosis, which contributes to diseases of the stomach, intestines, urinary system. In such a situation, it is best to use the scent of myrrh, which helps get out of depression, cope with insomnia, and has an anti-inflammatory effect. Useful aromas of lavender, juniper, bergamot, ylang-ylang, lemon, pine.
• Leo is resistant to diseases and resists them well. The most vulnerable place for Leos is the heart. You need less worry, stress and stress. The main aroma is considered to be rose, which improves blood circulation and relieves tension.
• Virgos are attentive to their health, but due to anxiety and worry, the intestines can become a problem area. The scent of sandalwood is suitable for calming. When feeling unwell, eucalyptus will have an anti-inflammatory effect. You can use orange, cedar, lemongrass, myrrh.
• Libra can get sick from anything. Put in order nervous system You can use the aroma of ylang-ylang. It will relieve headaches, cramps and nervous tics. Use also mint, cinnamon, eucalyptus, cedar.
• Scorpios can manage their health on their own, but this will require energy and strength. The aroma of patchouli gives strength, energy, determination, and vigor. The smells of magnolia, lemon, and pine have a good effect.
• If life is interesting for Sagittarius, then they can live it without illness. They will need good mood and you should not overwork, otherwise diseases of the cardiac system, nerves, and liver may occur. The aroma of cinnamon is suitable for prevention; it lifts your spirits, calms your nerves, and gives you confidence in your abilities. Also use incense sticks with the scents of almond, patchouli, rosemary, and incense.
• Capricorn has the ability to resist disease. He tends to overthink things chronic diseases. Skin, joints, and blood circulation suffer. Lavender-scented incense sticks are best. They will give you strength to resist the painful condition. The aromas of bergamot, clove, pine, sage, and sandalwood are effective for Capricorns.
• Due to reluctance to be treated, chronic diseases in Aquarius. It’s better for them not to get sick at all, which means they need to maintain vigor and optimism. Incense lifts the mood and improves the well-being of Aquarius, whose smell does not allow you to become depressed and disappointed. Hyacinth, ylang-ylang and eucalyptus also contribute.
• Pisces are the most susceptible to schizophrenia. This is due to the nature of Pisces, which feels like a victim in any circumstances. They need to pay attention to colds, often causing complications on the nose and legs. The festive and bright smell of orange lifts your spirits and helps you look at what is happening more positively. Pisces are suitable for incense sticks with the scents of myrrh, vanilla, bergamot, and lemon.

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This is an ancient science that studies the effect of incense on human body, used to combat bad mood, stress, skin diseases and even cellulite. Such procedures have been used since ancient Egypt and Rome.

IN modern world the most convenient and in an accessible way incense are . To make such sticks, they are used to impregnate wood chips. Incense sticks made from charcoal are black in color. When smoldering, the smell of aromatic filler spreads. And beige incense sticks use an oil base, the aroma of which will squirm when burned.

When choosing them, you should pay attention to its quality. The filler must be exclusively natural, because synthetics do not have a pleasant smell, much less have soothing properties.

Oil incense sticks are able to improve the functioning of the nervous and cardiovascular systems. vascular system. It also increases the overall tone and performance of the body. Inhaling aromatic oils increases appetite and improves sleep.

For general relaxation of the body, use:

You can not only burn incense sticks, but also use an aroma diffuser with them. Its advantage is that the oil lasts for for a long time and the smell spreads all the time. And the convenience is that you can install the diffuser and forget about it.

What do you need to light sticks?

1. Choose incense sticks with a scent that suits you. This is important, because aromatherapy should be beneficial, not harmful. The aromatic substance should be applied evenly to it. When burning, it will produce an odor of oil and wood core. In order for the aroma to be uniform, it is better to choose sticks that consist only of aromatic substance.

2. You need to choose a stand for chopsticks. They are called incense burners. Typically they are presented in the form of boats. If you don’t have an incense burner at hand, the sticks can be placed in a container with sand or fine grains.

3. You should choose a place where you will burn the wood chips. Since smoke can be harmful, the room must be ventilated. And there is no need to place incense sticks in the bedroom where you will soon go to rest.

4. Light the tip with oil and wait a few seconds. When the flame goes out, the stick will begin to smolder and release an aroma.

5. Place the smoldering stick in the holder and wait until it burns completely. Do not leave burning incense unattended. Don't forget about safety precautions

You can buy incense sticks in Blagoveshchensk stores, you will find incense to suit your taste -.

Beautiful word aromatherapy is known to all mankind in all corners of the Earth with the same meaning. The first evidence that people used incense is in medical books. It was the special antiseptic odors, distributed by fumigation, that could disinfect premises and even entire cities during times of severe epidemics. If in the southern latitudes they could use essential oils of plants that were exotic to us, which are successfully used today in the production of aromatic oils, in the northern latitudes the function of such an antiseptic was performed by pine trees. This genus is widespread throughout almost the entire territory of Russia. In the Middle Ages, in large and small cities, during epidemics, bonfires were lit from solid trees, which emitted during combustion great amount resins and essential oil, thereby disinfecting everything around.

The modern use of aromatherapy is a solution not only to therapeutic, but also to psychological problems.

Methods of using aroma oils

Aroma oils can be used in different ways for different purposes:

• inhalation;
• cutaneous methods;
• food consumption.

Each method is used for different purposes:

• treatment of colds;
• improvement and treatment of skin;
• improvement of emotional state, etc.

Perhaps the most common method of use is incense sticks.

Beneficial properties of aroma oils

Each incense stick is impregnated essential oils. Depending on the properties of the oil, their appropriate use is recommended. Moreover, before you can enjoy and benefit from aromas, you need to clearly understand the combination of smells.

Combination rules:

1. You can only mix scents from the same group: floral with floral, woody with woody, citrus with citrus.
2. All fragrances have different durations existence. Therefore, it is recommended to mix instantly volatile (for example, tea tree) and long-fragrant (wood vapor) tea tree To achieve the ideal period, it is better to add coniferous species).
3. If you have the opportunity to choose aromatic oils with sticks based on smell, be sure to focus on own feelings. For example, cosmetologists who work with essential oils and create individual skin care creams believe that a person can help himself by adding aromas and improve psychological condition and even achieve your desired goals. To do this, the client is offered a fairly large assortment of scents, which are simply sorted into 3 categories:

• like;
• I do not like;
• I doubt.

From a bouquet of “likes”, an ideal option will definitely be created, in which there will be nothing unnecessary for a person (it will all go into the “dislike” category). The kit called “I doubt it” will help a professional cosmetologist supplement his existing desires with the necessary components. The best choice is when the “I like” and “I doubt” sets contain 3 aromatic oils; from such a bouquet you can create an ideal composition. Be guided by your personal feelings and create your own scents that are beneficial only to you.

But there are also universal solutions for creating good mood and wellness enhancements, which are sold in all small and big cities of our country are incense sticks. Do you know the secret of how to set fire to incense sticks? How long do they burn?

Types of incense sticks

Incense sticks from different parts of the world in each case have their own bouquet and, accordingly, effect.

The main thing in using them is to learn not to harm yourself and your loved ones. This is only possible with a high concentration of one or a mixture of several aromas in a poorly ventilated area.

Main types of sticks:

• Indian;
• Nepalese;
• Tibetan;
• Chinese.

All these names do not necessarily mean that the incense sticks were produced in the countries of the same name. The most important thing about them is a bouquet of incense. It is this bouquet that gives the sticks their name.

Indian

The uniqueness of the technology for applying fragrances in India is that natural bamboo is used as the material for the sticks. The material itself has a unique smell. The bouquet of incense applied to it is complemented by bamboo fragrance and thanks to this a special uniqueness of the smell is created.

The most popular oils: patchouli and sandalwood (a bouquet that ignites passion); eucalyptus (heals any cold).

Having, perhaps, the most inconspicuous packaging, Indian incense sticks are the most popular on the Russian market.

Chinese chopsticks

If you see a package of standard looking sticks that say "Chinese incense" it is not true. In China, there is no standard concept of a stick; they fumigate the premises with products that have the same meaning as the concept of “incense sticks”, but in fact have the form of spirals, barrels, and boats.

In Chinese chopsticks, bouquets can be very different; the main place in them is given to philosophy. Incense twisted in a spiral is lit and repeats the turns of life, thereby influencing the solution of various issues.

Nepalese chopsticks

The uniqueness of these incense lies in the method of use. How to light incense sticks correctly? It is the Nepalese version that is set on fire for 2-3 minutes and immediately extinguished. It's all about their core lineup. To make the base, pressed plant stems and grass are used, which burn for only a short time.

Nepalese believe that when sandalwood oil burns, it calms the nerves and helps cope with insomnia and anxiety; the aroma of jasmine relieves painful coughs and asthmatic conditions; geranium calms the nerves.

Tibetan chopsticks

Created on the principle of Nepalese sticks, Tibetan ones can contain up to 40 incense at once. In this case, the combustion period will give a gradual mixing of aromas. They are given particular preference for several reasons:

• collecting herbs - only during a certain period;
• only handmade from collection to packaging;
• the possibility of not only using sticks as aromatherapy, but also using combustion residues (and the sticks themselves) for massage sessions, acupuncture treatment, etc.

Now you know what incense sticks are, how to light them and how to combine them. Choose your personal bouquet and type of sticks to create the mood and feel great.