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HEM Hexagonal Incense - Precious Chandan

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Light a stick of Precious Chandan and the room begins to soften. The scent is smooth, woody and mellow, a warm sandalwood character that settles rather than announces itself. It suits the quieter moments of a day: an evening wind-down, a few minutes on the mat, a pause before prayer or meditation.

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Light a stick of Precious Chandan and the room begins to soften. The scent is smooth, woody and mellow, a warm sandalwood character that settles rather than announces itself. It suits the quieter moments of a day: an evening wind-down, a few minutes on the mat, a pause before prayer or meditation.

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What it is

An incense stick is a fine bamboo stick coated in a paste of woods, resins and scent. Light the tip, let the flame go out, and it glows slowly for half an hour or more, scenting the room.

Why people choose it

  • A scent that stays Each stick glows for half an hour or more and leaves the room scented after it has gone out.
  • Many scents to keep Woods, resins, flowers and spices: easy to keep a few for different moods and seasons.
  • Many evenings in a pack One stick an evening, and a pack lasts for weeks.
  • Gentle smoke Lit in an airy room, the scent stays and the smoke clears.

How to use it

  1. 1

    Light the tip, let it catch for a few seconds

  2. 2

    Blow the flame out. It should glow, not burn

  3. 3

    Stand it in a holder on a heat-safe surface; let it burn down or press the tip into sand to stop it

Care: Ventilate the room. Never leave it burning unattended. Ash on a heat-safe holder.

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About this product

The scent
  • A smooth, woody fragrance inspired by classic Indian sandalwood, warm and mellow rather than sharp or sweet.
  • Calm in character, the sort of aroma that lets a space feel unhurried instead of perfumed.
  • Familiar and easy to live with, so it works as a regular companion to a daily ritual.
  • Described as "inspired by" sandalwood, so expect the feeling of the wood and its warmth, not a literal sandalwood-oil experience.
The making

The sticks come in a tall hexagonal tube, finished in deep red and gold with an ornate Indian architectural panel on the front. The pack names Chandan as an essence of the timeless sandal, and it is intended for pooja, samadhi and quiet moments throughout life.

Burning

Light the coated tip, let it flame for a few seconds, then blow it out so it glows and releases its smoke. Stand the plain end in a heat-resistant holder or ash catcher. Burn in a ventilated room and never leave it unattended. Check the listing for pack details.

The source

Chandan is the Hindi word for sandalwood, a wood long woven into Indian worship, meditation and daily ritual. This blend takes its cue from that classic fragrance and is made in India.

What you get

A tube of HEM Precious Chandan hexagonal incense sticks, ready to burn. A holder is not included, so choose one that catches the ash, such as a simple brass or stone burner.

A considered gift

A good choice for someone who meditates, practises yoga or likes to close the evening with a small ritual. The tall red and gold tube looks lovely on a shelf, and sandalwood is a gentle, widely loved scent to give.

Resonates with Sandalwood

Common questions

What does Chandan smell like?
Smooth, woody and mellow, in the style of classic Indian sandalwood. It is warm and calming rather than bright or floral.
What do I need to burn it?
A heat-resistant holder or ash catcher to stand the stick in, and a ventilated space. Keep it away from anything that could catch light and never leave it burning unattended.
When is it best used?
It is made with meditation, prayer, yoga and evening relaxation in mind, though it suits any time you want a peaceful atmosphere at home.