Description
Frankincense is one of the oldest incenses in the world, burned in temples and homes for thousands of years. Placed on a glowing charcoal disc, the tears of resin melt into a warm, clean, lemony smoke that fills a room quickly.
Frankincense resin for ritual and cleansing
Traditionally frankincense is burned to cleanse a space, to mark the start of a ritual, and to honour the sacred. It is a classic at Yule and the winter solstice, often paired with myrrh as the gifts of the season.
How to burn resin incense
- Light a charcoal disc with tongs and rest it in a heatproof burner or cauldron filled with sand.
- Wait until the disc glows and turns grey at the edges.
- Place a pea sized piece of resin on top and let the smoke rise.
Burn in a well aired room, keep away from children and pets, and never leave burning resin unattended. Each tub holds around 50g; weights can vary slightly as resin is a natural material.
