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The Benefits of Sustainably Wild-Harvested Resin Incense Versus Commercial Organic Incense

“To harvest wild, is to honour the untamed spirit of nature, preserving its ancient wisdom

and unparalleled purity for the soul’s deepest nourishment.”

 

You might have experienced before that your incense stick was so strong in odour that everything around smelled and tasted like it. I truly believe it is time to see and share what commercial even “organic” incense is made of, please be warned some disturbing information we will shine the light on and might make sense why you believed for years that incense is toxic or is not good for your respiratory health. 

A typical composition of stick incense consists of 21% (by weight) of herbal and wood powder, 35% of fragrance material, 11% of adhesive powder, and 33% of bamboo stick. Incense smoke (fumes) contains particulate matter (PM), gas products and many organic compounds. On average, incense burning produces particulates greater than 45 mg/g burned as compared to 10 mg/g burned for cigarettes. The gas products from burning incense include CO, CO2, NO2, SO2, and others. Incense burning also produces volatile organic compounds, such as benzene, toluene, and xylenes, as well as aldehydes and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

In India, (and possibly elsewhere since it is such a common ingredient in fragrance chemistry) diethylphthalate is used extensively in the incense stick industry as a binder of perfumes. It can be emitted into the air during incense burning.

Diethylphthalate (DEP), used as a plasticiser and a detergent base (and in many other fragranced consumer products), is a suspect carcinogen.

Like second hand smoke, pollutants emitted from incense burning in a close environment are harmful to human health. As mentioned above, particulate matters, and some of volatile organic compounds, musk ketones, musk xylenes, and musk ambrette, aldehydes, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, diethylphthalate (DEP) are toxic to the lung and allergenic to the skin and eyes.

 

But let’s shine a light on more of the facts of the ancient high frequency incense practices. Shall we?

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1. Purity and Potency

  • Sustainably Wild-Harvested Resin Incense: Derived from naturally grown plants in their native habitats, resulting in a more potent and pure product. The resins retain their natural properties and therapeutic benefits, free from any artificial additives or processing.
  • Commercial Organic Incense: While organic, it may still involve some level of commercial farming practices that can dilute the purity and potency of the ingredients due to soil depletion and standardised growth conditions.

2. Environmental Impact

  • Sustainably Wild-Harvested Resin Incense: Promotes biodiversity and ecological balance by utilising traditional harvesting methods that do not harm the environment. These practices support the health of the ecosystems from which the resins are sourced.
  • Commercial Organic Incense: Although organic farming avoids synthetic chemicals, it can still involve large-scale agricultural practices that may disrupt local ecosystems and contribute to monoculture farming.

3. Authentic Connection to Nature

  • Sustainably Wild-Harvested Resin Incense: Provides an authentic connection to nature, capturing the essence and spirit of the wild environment. The resins are infused with the energy and vibrancy of their natural surroundings, offering a more enriching sensory experience.
  • Commercial Organic Incense: While beneficial, it may lack the deep, intrinsic connection to untouched nature, as the ingredients are cultivated in controlled environments rather than harvested from their native settings.

4. Traditional and Ethical Practices

  • Sustainably Wild-Harvested Resin Incense: Often supports traditional harvesting practices and the livelihoods of indigenous communities. It emphasises ethical sourcing and fair trade, ensuring that local harvesters benefit from their natural resources.
  • Commercial Organic Incense: Generally involves more industrialised production methods, which may not always prioritise traditional knowledge or ethical practices to the same extent.

5. Unique and Rich Aromas

  • Sustainably Wild-Harvested Resin Incense: Offers unique, rich aromas that are distinct to the specific regions and environments where the resins are harvested. This results in a more diverse and authentic fragrance profile.
  • Commercial Organic Incense: Typically features more standardised and artificial fragrances, chemical driven scents due to controlled growing conditions and uniform processing methods, which can limit the depth and complexity of the aromas as well disrupting your endocrine receptors by creating hormonal imbalance and inflammatory conditions. 

6. Enhanced Therapeutic Benefits

  • Sustainably Wild-Harvested Resin Incense: The natural growing conditions and traditional harvesting methods often enhance the therapeutic properties of the resins. Users can experience greater benefits for relaxation, meditation, and overall well-being with the high potency of the resins. 
  • Commercial Organic Incense: While still beneficial bringing a mindful practice, the therapeutic effects may not be as pronounced due to the more uniform and commercialised nature of the ingredients full of fillers and adulterated additives.

Conclusion How SHE SHINES

Choosing sustainably wild-harvested resin incense over commercial organic incense offers a myriad of benefits, from enhanced purity and potency to a deeper connection with nature and traditional, ethical practices. Embrace the rich, unique aromas and profound therapeutic benefits of wild-harvested resins, knowing that you are supporting both the environment and the communities that protect these precious natural resources.

 

From the depths of my heart, choosing sustainably wild-harvested resin incense over commercial organic alternatives isn’t just a preference; it’s a profound commitment. It’s about honouring the pure, untamed spirit of nature and supporting traditional, ethical practices that nurture our planet and its people. Each time I light a stick, I feel a connection to the ancient wisdom and pristine environments from which these resins are sourced. This practice sustains not just my well-being, but also the delicate balance of our world. It’s a way to preserve the magic of untouched nature and pass it on to future generations.

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