JOURNAL
Stories and knowledge from Chinese incense making.
We write about aromatic materials, traditional formulas, paozhi, blending, and the everyday work of making Chinese incense.
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Aug 17, 2026
Before Agarwood Becomes Incense
Short answer: Fei Shui (飞水) is a repeated water-processing method used selectively before some agarwood powder becomes incense. The powder is placed in water, material that rises or separates is removed, the remaining material is filtered,...
Jul 16, 2026
Bi Wen Dan: The Meaning of “Avoid”
Bi Wen Dan was a family of traditional Chinese herbal incense formulas associated with avoiding pestilence. Explore its name, historical recipes, scent and modern meaning—without health claims.