Natural Indian incense - agarbatti and ayurvedic
in sticks, stems, bricks, cones backflow and coffrets
Indian incense, also known as agarbatti, is a natural product renowned for its high quality. Its roots are as much cultural as they are spiritual: in Buddhist, Hindu and Jain cults, the use of incense is an integral part of the path leading to the four goals of human life: Dharma (duty/ethics), Artha (wealth), Kama (desire) and Moksha (liberation).
Indian incense: which one to choose?
Origins and tradition
The use of incense in India can be traced back to the Neolithic period - which took off around 10,000 years ago - and then expanded greatly during the Chalcolithic, the Copper Age, between 3300 and 1300 BC, a period marked by the unprecedented development of complex societies.
It is already mentioned in the oldest of the Vedas, the Rigveda (1500 to 1100 B.C.) or in other equally famous texts, such as the Atharva-veda (between 1000 and 800 B.C.). It talks of its use to burn odors and create perfumes in harmony with the Ayurvedic medical system. Incense ingredients such as camphor, sandalwood, aloe, saffron, musk and resins are also mentioned in the great epic poem Mahabharata and in major Sanskrit texts such as the Dharmaśāstra.
Fumigation and purification: incense plays an important role in Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism, where it is used alongside flowers (puṣpa), lamps (dīpa) and offerings (nivedya).
The bamboo stick as a core for incense sticks first appeared in India towards the end of the 19th century, marking a major change in the way the product was shaped.
Today, India is the world's leading incense producer, with universally recognized products.
Agarbatti?
Agarbatti is another term for Indian incense. The word is composed of "Agar" (from the Sanskrit "Agaru", "light" in relation to the leaves of the incense tree) and "Batti" ("wick" in Hindi). The expression thus indicates an incense stick made from agarwood.
Our choice of Indian incense
Our Indian incense is available in sticks, stems, bricks, backflow cones and boxes.
- Aromafume
Aromafume brick incense produces a minimal amount of smoke and leaves no ash, making it ideal for use inside the home. Manufactured without animal testing, the brand's rich scents are the result of burning natural extracts, woods, pure resins and aromatic flowers. Ethical and sustainable production. - The Ayurvedic range
Produced in the Indian tradition without charcoal, using Ghee (clarified butter) as the burning agent, Ayurvedic incense is blended with medicinal plants, plant resins, essential oils and honey. These blends of natural, non-toxic products are designed for their virtues in connection with Ayurvedic medicine. - Boheme incense, from the Indian Natural incense company
100% natural, the high quality and small size of Boheme incense (approx. 11.5 cm) make it ideal for small spaces and wellness or meditation sessions lasting around 30 minutes. Their varied aromas include sage, sandalwood, Nag Champa, Olibanum, Palo Santo, Patchouli and Provence. - Fiore d'Oriente Chakra incense
Fiore d'oriente brand incense is also manufactured by Natural incens company in the Vedic tradition. Developed with recipes dating back 4 centuries, each variety of incense in this range is made with an amalgam of plants linked to the corresponding chakra, with the aim of harmonizing energies. Ethical work and respect for the environment guide the approach of this small Indian company. Made from 100% natural honey, medicinal plants, oils and resins. - Fleur de Vie incense, from Mysore Deep Perfumery House
Natural and of premium quality, hand-rolled, Fleur de vie incense comes in sticks or backflow cones. They promote a good night's sleep or intense meditation with chakra alignment. As well as effective home purification. No animal testing and ethical work that does not include children. Plus unique fragrances: Holy Smoke, Five Tibetan Rites, Yoga Leaf, Sacred Garden, Seed of Life, Holy Temple, White Lotus. - Golden Incense
Derived from traditional methods enriched by contemporary innovations, Golden incense is 100% natural and offers unique scents - thanks to the use ofessential oils for rich and long-lasting fragrance action. Here's an incense for aesthetes, which will also delight lovers of meditation and aromatherapy. - Goloka incense
A guarantee of authenticity: Goloka incense sticks and cones are handmade from natural ingredients according to Indian tradition. These quality incenses are the work of a non-profit organization, the Goloka Seva Foundation, based in Bangalore, and involved in concrete charitable projects and the facilitation of organic farming. The Goloka range includes a wide variety of fragrances, including Nag Champa, Muscat, Sandalwood, Cucumber and many others, suitable for various atmospheres and spiritual uses. - HEM Incense
HEM incense offers contemporary blends of superior quality and a wide variety of uses. Their practices are ethical and sustainable: their packaging is 100% recycled. This young company is recognized in over 70 countries worldwide. - Marco Polo's Treasures incense
Certified ECOCERT, Marco Polo's Treasures incense is made from honey, in the Vedic tradition. They are elaborated from blends of plants, spices, woods, oils, gums and resins with the idea of following Marco Polo's routes through the senses. 100% natural. - Satya Incense
Like their nag champa Indian incense, Satya is without doubt the world's best-known and most reputed brand of Indian incense. Traditionally made and hand-rolled according to the Agarbatti masala method, Satya incense is composed of pure plant extracts, woods and resins, offering a multitude of fragrances. Ideal for meditation, yoga and well-being. An ethical and sustainable brand. - Tribal Soul incense
An Indian brand inspired by Native American cultures. In backflow cones and sticks, Tribal Soul incense is hand-rolled using traditional Indian methods, from natural herbs, spices, oils and resins. An ethical company.
Precautions for use
- Always use an incense-holder suitable for the purpose
- never leave incense to burn unattended, at a safe distance from flammable materials
- Use incense in a well-ventilated and ventilated room.
- never ingest
- keep out of reach of small children.
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