Sandalwood smoke is warm, creamy and softly woody – one of the most enduring and profound scents in the world of incense. Its rising smoke is soothing and round, never sharp, which is why it has accompanied meditation for centuries.
The scent of sandalwood
Sandalwood is obtained from the fragrant heartwood of Santalum trees. Burned as a powder it gives a full, woody-balsamic, gently sweet scent that lingers. It is one of the most treasured materials of the Eastern incense and perfume tradition.
How to burn it
Sprinkle the powder onto glowing charcoal or an incense sieve. On a sieve it smoulders more slowly and gently, so the scent unfolds gradually and richly. Complete on its own, it can also be deepened with resins.
What it is good for
By tradition sandalwood is seen as a companion to focus and inner peace; it is known as a classic scent of meditation and stillness. It suits an evening ritual, yoga, or a warm setting of the room.
Good to know
As a natural plant powder, scent strength may vary slightly. Burn in a heatproof dish, supervised, in a ventilated space.