5 Benefits Of Burning Incense and How To Enjoy it Safely
We all have our own ways to chill out and relax when life’s challenges get a bit much. Some of us like to kick back with a glass of red wine, while others may put on their running shoes and hit the pavement for a long run to clear their mind. However you choose to relax, we have another way for you to put your feet up and unwind and we just know you’re going to love it at any time of the day! In this article we’ll talk about the benefits of burning incense sticks to boost mind, body and spirit, as well as ways to enjoy them safely. So put on your favorite tunes, make yourself a soothing cup of herbal tea and keep on reading!
Burning incense reduces stress and anxiety
Incense sticks are infused with essential oils and herbs, both of which have a powerful effect on the mind. By simply inhaling them you can feel the effects immediately, and they will help to clear your mind, reduce your heart rate and leave you floating on a cloud of pure bliss.
Incense boosts your creativity
Ever had writer’s block? Or perhaps you’re an artist and are experiencing a lack of inspiration. Whatever the case may be, we all need a boost of creativity sometimes, and incense sticks can help you with this!
Enhances mental focus
When your mind is running in circles or feels like it just won’t “switch off” try lighting up some incense sticks and allow their soothing and grounding blend of essential oils, herbs, flowers, barks, nuts and spices to relax your mind and enhance your focus.
Incense Can Help You Sleep
Just as burning incense can sharpen your mental focus, it can also help you to drift off when your mind is just too busy. Dim the lights, brew up some chamomile, and light some incense as you get ready for a peaceful night of slumber. Do this 15-30 minutes before bedtime so your room is filled with the soothing aroma by the time your are ready for bed, and always make sure the incense is burned out and any embers are extinguished before sleeping.
Purifies the air
Not only do essential oils make your house smell wonderful, many essential oils and herbs contain antibacterial properties too, meaning that burning incense is an effective way to help purify the air from any harmful pollutants or dust that may contribute to allergies.
Why all-natural, high-quality incense is essential
Toxic additives can be found in cheaper incense brands and can fill the air with harmful toxins that can put your health at risk. Always read the label and look for non-toxic incense brands such as Utama Spice incense sticks which are available in 3 amazing scents!
Safety tips when using incense
Of course you should always practice safety when burning incense and these are our most important tips:
- Be sure to always light your incense in a ventilated area
- Keep incense sticks away from anything flammable, such as bedding, clothing, or curtains to prevent fires
- Never leave your incense unattended or near young children and pets
- If you have any respiratory issues or asthma, you should consult with your doctor before burning incense.
I have a hard time wrapping my head around the fact that burning incense is a physically purifying.
Scents can improve your well-being
I love burning incense and candles for all of the above reasons.
This advises burning incense to help you sleep yet warns to burn in a well ventilated area. Camping maybe?
Just open your window and keep your bedroom door open. That’s probably enough ventilation
Who knew how beneficial burning incense is!
I agree! It has so many benefits!
My girlfriend has seen good results from burning incense.
I never knew all of this.I love burning incense and candles.
As a daughter born to hippies in 1969, “The Summer of Love,” I have been using incense all my life. I’m very picky about my incense. It has to be of great quality and great aroma. This is one I am very interested in trying.
lol been burning incense all lunar new years.. didn’t know they had benefits
I love burning incense, it’s so calming.
I’ve never found one I like enough to use again, from any supplier.
This would be great for me in regards to Stress and Anxiety, have tried many things but never Aromatherapy.
I’m going to definitely have to try some to help me sleep.
I love burning incense, however..I am always concerned about setting my smoke alarms off..then it would be opposite of relaxing!
I’ve enjoyed burning incense since I was a hippie teen.
The benefits sound great, will have to give it a try.
This is new information, thank you
I did not know this
very good post
This article has some confusing information, but I do use incense for relaxation at times. I also like the idea of the incense that is for bug deflecting. I would love to use that for outdoor picnics!
My mom always had incense burning when we were kids,the house always smelled wonderful,Ive followed into her footsteps and my kiddos love them since theres scents that smell like everything,candy etc.
I love incense, and didn’t realize all the benefits!
This is a great idea.
I didn’t know incense had health benefits
Love this <3
I LOVE burning incense my home smells devine and it brings peace body and soul
I love to burn incense! I prefer it over using candles
I like the non-toxic incense, I have cats in the house and good to know safe ways to burn incense.
I have never been a fan of incense, but after reading the many benefits, I am going to try again!
I have to use subtle fragrances with incense, otherwise I end up with a migraine.
love incense!! would love to try these!
It can be so relaxing for sure
Thanks for the information!
I love to use incense sticks while I lay in the bath a great way to chill out
wow awesome info… now time to try it out for myself! 🙂
Interesting but I would be nervous burning incense while sleeping
Loved burning incense for year but lately have switched to oil diffusers instead
I never knew all of this, thank you for sharing the information
I never knew all of this.
Would love to try any incense that would help me sleep . I wonder if leaving a window open would be enough ventilation?
I’ve used insence before and it’s kind of relaxing. Not really sure if the benefits are an opinion or fact. But it’s usually nice.
Willing to try.
I enjoy changing up the smell in each room
I been burning incense for years and Love it if helps me relax
This is great advice…I love incense…wasn’t aware of all its uses!
Gotta be safe
Very interesting, thank you !
Burning incense reminds me of childhood when my Mum would burn Nag Champa. it is a scent that brings back memories and thanks for the info 🙂
Incense is a mind and body experience.
love the smell of incense
I never have used incense because I did not no they came natural
did not know incense is purifying.
I never realized some incense was toxic
Never knew all the benefits of incense but not sure about sleeping with it burning
I love burning incense. I have different scents for different moods / needs.
I love incense and will look for these products.
I love burning incense and candles
I am looking forward to relaxing to the scents ♥️😊
Helps release stress.
I have terrible anxiety so im happy to hear your thoughts on these helping. Im also happy that you worked on this for a few years. It shows you truly care for your customers
I like the natural incense
So many new things I’ve learned but not sure about burning incense at night since we have cats that roam..
Great articles
I burn in scents but I didn’t know of the things it does very interesting
I love burning incense but I have trouble keeping it lit
Great info, would love to try them
Interesting info
I am dumbfounded by these benefits. My hubby doesn’t sleep well and i’m going to try this!
Will definitely be more aware of what incense I buy from now on.
Thanks for the great tips
Essential oils helps me sleep
I use them to help relax me. They definitely make me happier. My dad use to burn incense all the time too.
I did not know how beneficial burning incense would be
Learned a lot about burning incense I never knew about.
I am in search of cleamsing my mind so thank you for this advice. I am def gonna be trying this out!
Who knew incense was good for you. I’d like to try it just because it helps you sleep.
I never knew. Haven’t burned incense in a long time. May start up again,
I have used it during meditation and have been looking for a quality brand to start up with again. Glad I found you!
I love burning incense. I’ve always loved the scent.
We burned incense many years ago, and did not realize it had such properties. Going to try again to help with sleep
Incense infused with essential oils sounds like an interesting combination for relaxation and meditation especially if it’s a quality brand.
Wow, incense has sure come a long way from back in the day when I used to burn it. Maybe I’ll try using it again.
Good to know, I thought all incense were bad for you. Will keep these in mind for the near future. Thanks!
I stopped using incense many years ago because it always gave me a headache. I might try your version since it doesn’t have fillers and other chemicals.
i love incenses because they clearthe air. i know alot thinks its for hippies and etc but i actually enjoy them.
I just started using the oils. would love to win a diffuser. No longer does my liver or other organs have to be abused by over the counter medicines. These oils are wonderful for migraines! 🙂
i love incense , thx for contest
Wow I didn’t know that incense contains essential oils! I switched from incense to essential oils last year when i learned of the benefits of essential oils, now I know I can use both! That’s excellent.
Great information on stress relief
Hmmm…. I will have to experiment using incense to enhance creativity.
I didn’t know it had these benefits, that’s awesome
I have enjoyed burning incense for many years- my mom loved it from when she was in India as a US Army soldier during WWII! Nice to learn it has benefits beyond just smelling good!
The benefits are amazing – thoroughly recommend to all
i need to try the camomile, see if it helps with sleep
I love incense it is very relaxing
I have not done this for years but I think it is time to reconnect!
I LOVE USING INCENSE IT HELPS ME SLEEP
I love incense, it’s so cool
I live incense
Fantastic article! I love incense xx
I have not thought of the increase of creativity. Great information – Thank you!
It is so calming to try all your products
I’m going to have to try some to help me sleep.
I need to give this a try. I wasn’t aware of this information.
i have been using them since i was 15 in my room ! I am now 31. I still use them everywhere in the home of course when someone is in that room i never just leave them burning unattended
I Love Ur Info/I Will Have 2 Try Some !!!
Always loved incense as a teenager and I came across some stashed away, I might bring it out and fire it up. I guess the benefits are on par with diffusing essential oils.
I haven’t used incense in years, I can’t wait to use them again
I used to love these years ago
Wow nice amazing post
nice amazing post
Had no idea of the benefits from incense. I have severe anxiety so I surely need this!
I am an enthusiast and this is such an amazing read
Interesting information, will be very useful for my mother, I will share
I love burning incense!
I love incense!
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I love incense! I burn it at least 3 times a week. Patchouli!
Great benefits!
I didnt know there was health benefits to using incense
I need a mood booster.
I never knew all of this. I definitely could use some help sleeping.
I’m an old lady lol and have used incense forever to make the house smell amazing and create a calm, relaxing atmosphere in our home. So helpful!
Reminds me of the Catholic Church High Mass and of the 70’s😏
I would love to see if any of these would help my migraines.
Great way to enhance your focus!
This is awesome info, some new thing I just learned
This gave me some helpful ideas.
I love burning incense. It helps bring a calmness to the house if I burn the right one, or can give us energy and puts everyone in a better mood. I’m sneaky that way when everyone is grouchy. Also, I have 2 great big dogs and it helps make the house smell like there aren’t 2 great big dogs living here.
I use to burn incense all the time and I stopped. I will be using them again . I want to try some for destressing and relaxation.
Been saying this for years…I am in.
I’ve burned incense and candles for half a century. It’s the most natural thing to do.
Well… I sure did burn incense as a hippie back in the day… I switched over to essential oils over the past years. No smoke, I would still consider incense for sometime… I would like to try some of yours out!
I love a GOOD incense.
I love the way it makes my house feels warm and cozy…
Awesome tips
If you burn incense to help you sleep, wouldn’t that be left unattended when you fall asleep?
I didn’t realize that burning incense had so many physical benefits.
I love to burn incense, now I realize why.
I burn incense in the family room @ night while watching TV. I find it relaxing and love the smell of it.
So many benefits..Thanks for the great tips!
these sound amazing – would love to get more info. and try some of these
Good job
Sweet!
Great information. I love learning about healing the body.
I love burning incense, so I love this post!
I would love to try this. I know with my wax melts I love the smell. It takes me to another world, but obviously you can’t burn them while you’re sleeping.
purifies the air & helps you sleep
I think its very beneficial for a good nights sleep
Very good to know … thanks I still prefer oils
We use incense to make our home smell nice.
I’ve been using the lavender for my anxiety depression. I’ve always been a fan of burning incense since I can remember this site also gives great advice that I’ve never knew about. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to win this giveaway! Good luck everyone 🍀
I would love to give your incense a try to help calm my anxiety.
I need this incense to infuse my mind with creativity as I am an artist, I also feel wind-up and as if my focus is clouded, this would help me relax and think more positively I believe. Thank you for a great giveaway and the chance for us to experience such a high quality product.
I never thought about incense the same as essential oils and how it can help moods. I love burning incense sticks but they make my eyes itch, so we stopped using it. I’ll give yours a try!
I did not realize all of the benefits of burning incense, I thought it just smelled good. Thanks for the information.
Thank you again, I did not realize this.
I love incense but my husband is asthmatic so I need to burn it when he’s not at home. He does like the way the fragrance lingers in our house afterwards.
I have tried another brand of incense, and I felt it dried out my airways. I think the Utama Spice incense sticks sound safer and better for my insides. I hope to try the Mooflower scent soon.
helps you relax and sleep
Helps with anxiety and asthma. I’m so needing this for my household !
Oh Wow I didn’t realize how much these helped with!!
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