Forms at a Glance
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Sticks: Quick, consistent burn (15–45 min). Great for daily use.
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Cones: Shorter, richer aroma. Good for evening wind-down.
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Loose: Customizable blends; used on charcoal discs for ceremony-level fragrance.
Setups
Sticks
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Holder with ash catch; light the tip, let flame catch, blow out to smolder.
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Place away from drafts; keep light ventilation.
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Cones
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Heat-safe holder. Light the tip; when glowing, extinguish flame to smolder.
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Backflow cones require a backflow burner for the cascade effect.
Loose (on Charcoal)
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Line burner with 1–2 cm sand.
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Light a quick-light charcoal until it crackles; wait until a gray ash forms.
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Add a pinch of blend; more if needed.
Scent Planning
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Workday: Sandalwood, citrus, green tea, light florals.
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Meditation: Frankincense, myrrh, cedar, agarwood blends.
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Evening: Amber, vanilla, resinous woods.
Troubleshooting
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Too smoky: Use smaller amounts; improve airflow.
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No scent: Old incense loses top notes; store airtight, cool, dark.
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Headache: Choose lighter notes, shorten burn time, increase ventilation.
Safety & Pets
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Stable, heat-safe surfaces; never leave unattended.
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Avoid direct smoke for sensitive people/pets; prefer shorter sessions or smoke-free methods.
