Oakmoss | Evernia prunastri | Charcoal Herbal Loose Incense 1oz
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Oakmoss
Evernia prunastri
Origin: USA
Form: Whole pieces
Unit size: 1 ounce
Other names: Oak Moss
Esoteric Uses: Nurturing, grounding, fertility, starting of works, calm
Esoteric Associations: Earth
Incense Aroma: A strong, earthy, loamy, feminine scent which puts one in the mind of fertile decaying earth
Oakmoss is often called for by incense recipes, and has a wonderful color and texture. The texture of the thalli are rough when dry and rubbery when wet. It is used extensively in modern perfumery.
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How to burn Resin Incense
What you will need:
-- Your Resin, Herb or powder incense.
-- Charcoal Discs: you can find many varieties in our etsy store
-- A bowl, urn or plate: almost anything that can withstand heat will work. Often people add sand to a bowl to help absorb heat. Ornate traditional incense burners in metal are also recommended. We also carry Charcoal Tongs so you don't burn your fingers.
-- A lighter or matches: to start the self-igniting charcoal. A lighter is best
1. Light the charcoal and place it in your bowl or urn.Never hold the charcoal with your fingers - always use tongs or even pliers. Apply flame to the side of the charcoal for about 20 seconds. The charcoal will then self-ignite across the surface. Charcoals do not usually light easily if they are laying flat on some surface or in a bowl. It is best to hold the charcoal in the air with a tool when applying the flame to the charcoal.
2. Wait for the charcoal to ignite and warm up. This usually takes about 3 minutes. You will notice the charcoal starting to go gray around the edges.
3. Add resins, herbs or powder incense. Just place a small amount on top of the charcoal. The resins or herbs will begin to burn and release their essential oils through the smoke.
4. Enjoy. Every aromatic herb and resin has different properties, and can evoke different moods. Experiment and enjoy!
Evernia prunastri
Origin: USA
Form: Whole pieces
Unit size: 1 ounce
Other names: Oak Moss
Esoteric Uses: Nurturing, grounding, fertility, starting of works, calm
Esoteric Associations: Earth
Incense Aroma: A strong, earthy, loamy, feminine scent which puts one in the mind of fertile decaying earth
Oakmoss is often called for by incense recipes, and has a wonderful color and texture. The texture of the thalli are rough when dry and rubbery when wet. It is used extensively in modern perfumery.
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How to burn Resin Incense
What you will need:
-- Your Resin, Herb or powder incense.
-- Charcoal Discs: you can find many varieties in our etsy store
-- A bowl, urn or plate: almost anything that can withstand heat will work. Often people add sand to a bowl to help absorb heat. Ornate traditional incense burners in metal are also recommended. We also carry Charcoal Tongs so you don't burn your fingers.
-- A lighter or matches: to start the self-igniting charcoal. A lighter is best
1. Light the charcoal and place it in your bowl or urn.Never hold the charcoal with your fingers - always use tongs or even pliers. Apply flame to the side of the charcoal for about 20 seconds. The charcoal will then self-ignite across the surface. Charcoals do not usually light easily if they are laying flat on some surface or in a bowl. It is best to hold the charcoal in the air with a tool when applying the flame to the charcoal.
2. Wait for the charcoal to ignite and warm up. This usually takes about 3 minutes. You will notice the charcoal starting to go gray around the edges.
3. Add resins, herbs or powder incense. Just place a small amount on top of the charcoal. The resins or herbs will begin to burn and release their essential oils through the smoke.
4. Enjoy. Every aromatic herb and resin has different properties, and can evoke different moods. Experiment and enjoy!
