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The Benefits Of Incense Sticks
Everyone loves a scent in their home, and the benefits of incense sticks remain as popular as ever. Let’s examine why we use them in our everyday lives.
People have been using incense sticks since 2345 BC; their origins are traced to the Egyptians.
Initially employed for religious purposes, these aromatic sticks are utilized today for various reasons. They contribute to healing, evoke memories, aid in relaxation, promote calmness, and enhance concentration during activities such as meditation and yoga.
They have many uses for them today, and they have remained a popular home product since their first introduction.
Meditation 
Yoga The benefits of incense sticks
Those who use them for meditation use them as a focal point, similar to those who use their breathing to focus.
Meditation is a spiritual activity which began in India.
Burning an incense stick gives the person something to focus on—the opportunity to switch off like those who practice yoga.
It takes us to another place for that moment in time, where everything else that runs through the mind is pushed aside whilst our mind focuses on breathing techniques and the scent surrounding us.
To practice good yoga and meditation, the mind needs to switch off, so burning an incense stick allows the mind to do just that and provides a different focal point.
They were initially made with natural plants and materials classified as medicinal.
Some have antibacterial properties that help clear headaches and improve the immune system; some can help heal scars, pimples, and acne. Burning your favourite scent can also help relieve stress and anxiety.
Everyday stresses and worries surround us, so incense sticks that give off a calm and aromatic scent can help reduce anxiety.
Happy and creative vibes
Another reason people may use them is to help with creativity. Artists may use them to help bring out their creative side. The sticks also help to bring out happiness and peace and to stimulate the mind to be more innovative.
Artists may use incense sticks to keep them in a tranquil place whilst they paint. Just like wearing your favourite perfume, having a favourable scent around you will ensure that happy vibes are at the forefront of your mind. No one ever feels terrible when their favourite scent surrounds them.
Deodorizing the home
One of the most common reasons people burn them is to deodorize their homes.
Remove odours and pet smells by lighting an incense stick to waft a scent through the home. 
The smell of pet fur, stale food, or rubbish bins can linger and create an unpleasant odour throughout the home. Read our Hoover fragrances post for another way to eliminate bad odours in the home.
Burning an incense stick gives off a more pleasant smell to mask any unwanted scents around us. They can also work well outdoors to keep insects away.
Pesky insects dislike strong smells, so trendy ones such as lavender and citronella are suggested to keep them at bay.
These particular scents work well when burning them as candles, too. Stores sell candles that can be used outside to keep insects away from your food during summer.
If you have trouble sleeping, incense sticks can also be used. In addition to using a pillow mist spray, which helps to switch you off from everyday thoughts and relax you, make sure you put out the stick safely before you sleep.
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The aromatherapy scents best calm the mind and aid in a restful sleep.
Retreat spa
Have you ever been to a massage retreat spa? While you have a massage, an incense stick is often burning in the room.
This helps you focus on the scent and switch off your mind. Having your mind relaxed helps the body relax; therefore, your body will benefit much more from the massage.
Using incense sticks safely
Be extra careful when purchasing incense sticks, as some contain chemicals. Choose non-toxic brands and try to find ones that are scented naturally rather than using chemical fragrances.
If you choose ones without a core, they will have a more natural aroma and will not smell of burning wood. Keep them away from any draft caused by open doors, windows, and curtains.
They are straightforward to use. Light the end with a match or a lighter and hold for about 10 seconds, long enough for the stick to ignite.
The flame will usually extinguish on its own. The average burning time will be 20-30 minutes, depending on the size and thickness. If you wish to put the stick out before it wholly burns away, dip the ignited end into water.
Incense sticks produce a lot of smoke when they burn, so ensure you put them in a ventilated room.
Make sure you have a suitable container for the falling ash Be mindful that the smoke from an incense stick is a lung irritant, so try not to burn them too often or around those with breathing conditions such as asthma.
The importance of Chakra
I’m sure many of you have heard of Chakras. This ancient word means ‘wheel’ and refers to the spinning vortexes of the body’s natural energy system.
Recently, I learned that my chakra has weak energy, and I was absorbing energy from others as my chakra was closed. When the body is exposed to stress or depression, for example, the chakras will react and create an imbalance.
Ideally, we need all our chakras to be open, promoting balance and freeing up energy.
Chakra incense sticks on eBay come in different scents and are great for practising meditation or yoga. One thing to remember when using incense sticks is that, just like using candles, you should ensure you burn them in a safe environment, especially if you have pets or young children.
You can purchase holders inside an incense stick to catch falling ashes. Some are more suitable, so shop for the most suitable one. One of the most popular scents is sandalwood, which is used for its relaxing benefits.
Lavender and patchouli scents are great for aiding restful sleep. They put you into a deeper, relaxed state, helping you unwind and fall asleep faster.
Depression is such a vast topic, and those who do suffer will undoubtedly benefit from a scent such as frankincense. This fragrance activates the ion channels that will then help alleviate anxiety and depression.
Some incense sticks help kill germs in the environment, and those with antibacterial properties boost health. Scents such as cedar and sage are good for reducing negative energies and spirits from our surroundings.
Rose scent has been found to help and work as a mild painkiller. It can also help lower blood pressure and improve mood. Incense sticks have so many benefits, and they are affordable accessories that can be bought from many online and in-store retailers.
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