Usage & Storage Guide

Whether you're completely new to incense or already have your favourite way of using it, these simple tips are here to help. From keeping your incense fresh and protected to making sure you burn it safely.

Find a comfortable space, choose a scent you enjoy and take your time. The most important thing is to use your incense safely and enjoy the fragrance along the way.

How to Store

Keep your incense somewhere cool, dry and away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture. A drawer, cupboard or sealed container is ideal. Avoid storing incense in damp areas such as bathrooms or near sinks, as moisture can affect how it burns and may cause the fragrance to change over time.

Keep different scents stored separately where possible, especially if they have strong or very different fragrances. Incense can absorb surrounding smells over long periods of time, which may muddy its original scent.

Try to keep your incense in its original packaging or in an airtight container until you are ready to use it. This helps protect the fragrance and keeps the incense clean and dry.

How to Burn

Place your incense securely in a suitable holder or burner. Make sure it is stable and positioned on a flat, heat resistant surface.

Light the end of the incense and allow the flame to burn for a few seconds. Gently blow out the flame and allow the incense to smoulder — it should continue to glow and produce a thin wisp of fragrant smoke as it burns. If it goes out shortly after lighting, you can simply light it again.

Allow the incense to burn in a well ventilated room and give the fragrance time to develop. If you are new to incense, start with one stick at a time and see how the scent feels in your space. The same stick can be extinguished and relit multiple times, just like a candle.

Safe Usage

Always keep burning incense within sight and never leave it unattended. Keep it away from curtains, paper, fabrics, plants and anything else that could catch fire.

Keep incense, matches, lighters and burning incense away from children and pets. The holder, ash and any remaining incense can become hot while burning.

Do not place incense somewhere it could easily be knocked over, and never burn it directly on furniture or other surfaces that could be damaged by heat or ash.

Good ventilation is important when burning incense. Open a window or door slightly if needed to allow fresh air to circulate, particularly in smaller rooms. If the smoke becomes too strong or uncomfortable, extinguish the incense and allow the room to air out. When you have finished, make sure the incense is completely extinguished and the ash has cooled before disposing of it.