The Hearth Blend — Beiyuan Formula
Context
Inspired by a classical incense recorded in Xiang Cheng.
This blend reflects a tradition where scent belonged to daily life.
Quiet, deliberate, and attuned to the surrounding space.
Ingredients
- Sweetgum resin
- Sandalwood
- Scrophularia root
- Frankincense
Bound with honey and fine charcoal powder
Contents
Each bindle includes:
- Approx. 15g incense beads
- Around 30 beads per tin
- One ceramic burner
- Five candles
Scent
Soft, warm, and quietly lingering.
A composed aroma with a subtle floral elegance.
Reminiscent of orchid, yet derived entirely from natural materials.
Ritual
- Place one incense bead on the upper dish of the burner.
- Light the candle below.
As the warmth rises, the scent is gently released.
Craft
Made entirely from natural, plant-based materials.
No artificial fragrance.
No synthetic additives.
Each bead is ground, blended, and formed by hand.
Never rushed.
Never mass-produced.
Reflection
Not to fill the room,
but to soften it.
A return to stillness.
A return to what is essential.