Incense Musings — frankincense

If you’ve ever walked into a church, temple, or wellness space and noticed a rich, smoky aroma that felt ancient and grounding, that was almost certainly resin incense. Unlike the incense sticks you might find at a gift shop, resin incense is something altogether different: rawer, more potent, and far more connected to centuries of tradition.

This guide covers everything you need to know to get started, from what resin incense actually is, to how to burn it, to which resins to try first.