RELAXING 'Abhishek' - Large

In addition to a blend of juniper, rhododendron and sage, similar to LAWUDO, this also contains frankincense (gugul), a resin produced in India, which is often burnt during Buddhist tantric initiations. Also used in Reiki practice. It is the sweetest-smelling incense in the range, but is far from sickly sweet! Just as with LAWUDO, its principal medicinal effects are as a relaxant, and it is used as an adjunct in Tibetan Medicine to relieve stress and anxiety. It is also considered to be a constitutional fortifier.

83 gms

RELAXING 'Abhishek' - Small

42 gms

UPLIFTING 'Alpine' - Large

It contains juniper and other tonic plants from the Himalayan Mountains in Nepal, spices such as cloves from India, and spruce and pine extracts and powdered amber from Latvia. It has a powerful fresh forest aroma. Its effect is uplifting and invigorating. A perfect incense for morningtime and also in the sick-room.

80 gms

PURIFYING 'Ganden' - Large

This is made principally from a sage-like herb gathered near the Ganden Monastery, 30Km outside Lhasa, Tibet. It has a slightly bitter aroma with a hint of mint. Its medicinal properties are described by the Physician to H.H. the Dalai Lama as being an effective remedy for colds and flu and to purify polluted atmosphere. Effective for freshening homes and offices and eliminating domestic smells, cigarette smoke etc. This herb is burnt by Tibetans both indoors and out for ritual purification. Bhutanese fabric covered box.

80 gms

PURIFYING 'Ganden' - Small

40 gms

RELAXING 'Lawudo' - Large

Lawudo incense is based on a mixture of various high-altitude plants that grow at Solu Khumbu, near Mt. Everest, Nepal and processed at the nearby Lawudo Gompa (Monastery). Added to this are various other aromatic and medicinal plants and natural binding agents. Its aroma is peaty, the principal scents being Rhododendron (a subtle heart stimulant) and Juniper. Its principal medicinal effects are as a relaxant, and it is used as an adjunct in Tibetan Medicine to relieve stress and anxiety. It is also considered to be a constitutional fortifier.

75 gms

RELAXING 'Lawudo' - Small

38 gms

CEREMONY 'Lhasa' - Large

In the Tradition of the Classic Incense from Tibet. Based on the formula of the finest quality Traditional Tibetan incense, it contains white and red sandalwoods, spikenard, cardamom, cloves, myrrh and arjuna. Used extensively in virtually all Tibetan Pujas and Tantric rituals, and for making offerings. Relaxing. Assists in concentrating the mind in meditation. "Due to the merits of offering incense to all Buddhas and Boddhisattvas of the ten directions, May all sentient beings attain the sweet scent of perfect morality."

60 gms

CEREMONY 'Lhasa' - Small

30 gms

FRESH 'Sauna Sticks' - Large

This incense is specially designed for burning in saunas, but great for freshening home, office or temple. It contains the same ingredients as ALPINE, with the addition of eucalyptus oil. It is the strongest-smelling incense in the range.

FRESH 'Sauna Sticks' - Small

40 gms

HEALING 'Medicine Buddha'

This is a traditional Tibetan medical recipe containing 31 ingredients, and produced under the supervision of Dr. Wangchug in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is used as an antidote to “lung” (Tib.), stress and anxiety, or depression. It also helps overcome insomnia and nervous exhaustion. The sticks can also be crushed and mixed with massage oil as a balm, with the intention of obtaining the same medicinal effects. The ingredients have been purified according to medical requirements and can even be eaten as a medicine.