The Mystical Blue Lotus Flower

The blue lotus flower (nymphaea caerulea) has held a deep lore in many cultures and [...]

What Does Sandalwood Smell Like?

Sandalwood is an aromatic wood which has a very deep history in South Asia, particularly [...]

Learn About Kynam Agarwood

In all my years of woodworking, kynam continues to be the type of word that [...]

Is Palo Santo Endangered?

Lately I have heard quite a few people inquire about Palo Santo and it’s ‘endangered’ [...]

Real vs Fake Palo Santo

Introduction to Palo Santo The smell of palo santo has been considered sacred since ancient [...]

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Basil Information

The History of Basil When people hear basil, most of them probably think of the [...]

Makko Incense Powder (Tabu no ki)

What is Makko Powder? Makko is technically just a generic Japanese word for ‘incense powder’. [...]

How to Identify a Real Agarwood Bracelet

When purchasing agarwood products, it’s important to understand that these are rare and expensive products [...]

Healing Properties of Sandalwood

One of the most widely heralded woods in the world comes from the sandalwood tree. [...]

Burning Juniper: The Desert Elder

Juniper is often considered the desert’s elder. This is because juniper typically has a hardened [...]