Clove, this precious spice bearing the legacy of millennia of medical civilization, is hailed alongside agarwood as a treasure within the treasure trove of traditional Chinese medicine. It is not only a prized aromatic but also a vital herb for warming the middle burner, alleviating counterflow, dispelling cold, and relieving pain. It holds an irreplaceable…
Storax, this precious aromatic substance bearing the legacy of millennia of medical civilization, is hailed alongside agarwood as a jewel in the treasure trove of traditional Chinese medicine. It is not only a prized fragrance but also a vital remedy for emergency resuscitation, restoring consciousness, and promoting blood circulation to unblock meridians. It holds an…
1. What is Musk? Musk is a rare and valuable substance, a dried secretion from the scent gland of the male musk deer (species like Moschus berezovskii). Historically prized as a luxury fragrance and a crucial medicinal ingredient in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it is known for its intense, complex aroma and therapeutic properties ….
At elevations above 1,500 meters on the sheer cliffs of the Taihang Mountains, a remarkably resilient plant thrives—the Thuja sutchuenensis. Rooting itself in rocky crevices with minimal need for soil or water, it grows barely a foot tall over a century. Yet its distinctive fragrance and medicinal properties have earned it the status of a…
1. What is Borneol? Borneol, specifically Natural Borneol (also known as Bingpian in TCM), is a valuable aromatic and medicinal substance. It is the crystallized resin obtained primarily from the trunk of the Dipterocarpus turbinatustree and other related species in the Dipterocarpaceae family. Historically revered, it holds a significant place in various cultural and medicinal…
1. What Is Ambergris? The “Floating Gold” of the Ocean Ambergris, often called “grey amber,” is a rare substance produced in the digestive system of sperm whales. Historically prized as a luxury fragrance fixative and medicinal ingredient, it forms when the whale’s intestine secretes a wax-like material to encase indigestible squid beaks. Freshly expelled ambergris…
Sandalwood, one of the world’s oldest and most sacred aromatic woods, forms the counterpart to Agarwood in the realm of precious scents. Revered for millennia, its warm, creamy, and soothing fragrance has been central to spiritual rituals, traditional medicine, and artistic expression. This guide explores the complete story of sandalwood, from its unique origins to…
Introduction Agarwood, also known as Oud, is a rare and precious resinous wood renowned for its rich fragrance and extensive historical significance. Often referred to as the “King of Incense,” it is a natural treasure formed within specific trees, valued for centuries in perfumery, traditional medicine, and cultural practices across the globe . 1. The…
Tibetan Handmade Incense Tibetan incense is a sacred object with a history of more than 1,000 years, from the distant past all the way to the present. Wherever you go, you can feel its presence, whether it is on the monastery temple or ordinary people’s homes, and even the endless flow of the transmigration road,…
Chinese Goose Pear tent Incense with sweet fruity flavor, accompanied by a burst of woody sweet aroma, sweet aroma, has become a famous incense handed down to the present day. According to legend, the incense in the goose and pear tent was created by Li Yu, the later lord of the Southern Tang Dynasty, for…