This authentic Ayurvedic incense comes in a unique variety of herbal fragrances known as masala preparations. It is made by hand according to the ancient method of rolling each stick from a fragrant dough of pure resins, herbs, and essences which have been used for thousands of years in the practice of Ayurveda.

The 8 fragrances in this pack are:

• Costen - Well-Being -- is made from the root of the Costus tree, a valued herb in Ayurvedic preparations, and is formulated with honey. The smoke has an overall soothing effect on the nerves and enhances the sense of well-being in the body.
• Kasturi - Aspiration -- comes from the fruit of the Manjal tree in India and has a musk-like fragrance. The smoke is traditionally used as therapy for depression and to keep aspiration in the mind.
• Loban - Sanctity -- is a fragrant resin from a type of pine tree. Crystals of Loban are burnt in temples all over India for the holy, sanctified atmosphere the smoke creates.
• Mattipal - Peace -- comes from the fragrant sap of the Peepal tree, known as the "Bodhi" Tree because the Buddha achieved realization while seated in meditation beneath it. The fragrant smoke creates a soothing and deeply peaceful atmosphere.
• Resin - Concentration -- comes from the fragrant sap of an Indian tree whose resinous crystals, according to Ayurvedic practice, are burnt to increase the power of concentration, to create a spiritual atmosphere, and repel bad spirits.
• Sambrani - Serenity -- also known as Yellow Resin, comes from the fragrant sap of the Sal Tree and has been used in spiritual ceremonies since ancient times. Its smoke creates a soothing atmosphere of calm serenity.
• Sandalwood - Purity -- has been treasured since antiquity for its exquisite fragrance and purifying properties. In Ayurveda, it is used to cool the nervous system, ease anxiety, and has the potent attribute of purifying the vital being (life-force) and atmosphere.
• Triphala - Rejuvenation -- Translated as "three fruits" in Sanskrit, Triphala is a well known Ayurvedic rejuvenative compound prized for its harmonizing effect on the three doshas. Of the three ingredients: Haritaki is rejuvenative for Vata dosha, Amalaki for Pitta dosha and Bibitaki for Kapha dosha.