Australian Sandalwood Incense

A sweet and fragrant scent which is clear and intoxicating, Sandalwood is perfect for promoting an uplifting sense of calm. 

This Sandalwood comes from a sustainable plantation in the semi-arid grassland regions of Western Australia. The Australian sandalwood industry has flourished for over a century. Early commercial plantations (Santalum spicatum) were established in the late 19th century in Western Australia, primarily to supply growing international demand for sandalwood oil in the perfume and cosmetics industries. With a 25 year maturation age, carefully planned plantations were established with the aim to fulfil the continued demand for sandalwood, while illegal logging dominated and depleted the industry overseas. For tens of thousands of years, the Indigenous Australian use of sandalwood has been deeply intertwined within cultural practice. This aromatic tree has played a significant role, often serving as a sacred element in ceremonies, a source of traditional medicine, and a valuable resource for trade - its distinctive aroma believed to possess spiritual and healing properties.

All Subtle Bodies incense sticks are pure wood products with no added perfume or fragrance. Each burns with a distinct, yet delicately scented smoke trail.

SOURCE OPEN GRASSLANDS, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
VOLUME 25 INCENSE STICKS
BURN TIME 30 MINUTES

"Completely free of perfumes, oils or additives our incense is a genuine expression of pure, fragrant wood.

To create the finest natural incense available, we work closely with specialist artisans worldwide - all who have a lasting connection with the type of wood they choose to focus on. With each incense a different raw material, variations between them are beautifully apparent - not only in the scent but the physical appearance and texture of the wood as well.

Unlike other incense on the market, our Japanese style sticks have only two ingredients; the fragrant wood as their name suggests and a natural binding wood from either Machilus thunbergii, Litsea glutinosa or Phoebe zhennan.

This single origin approach ensures full transparency, with a genuine understanding and appreciation of each incense."

- Subtle Bodies