The New York Times published how to make homemade incense, and now the house smells like spring and money

It is said that the house will have money if it is filled with pleasant scents. Whether this life hack actually works, I can not yet say for sure. But I am sure that the smell can create an incredible atmosphere in the apartment. I like to light aromatic candles in the evening. But I have a particular weakness for classic incense. It turned out that home-flavor You can make it with your own hands. That's what I'm going to tell you today!



There are a huge number of different types of incense. The most popular of them are aromatic sticks and cones. In addition, in recent years, Palo Santo is increasingly flashing on the Internet. Actually, that's the name of the tree. But they also call incense in the form of small wooden bars.



Editorial "Site" I have prepared for you detailed instructions for the manufacture of aromatic cones. I am sure you will be able to do it right the first time! And after the master class, you'll learn, What smells attract money to the house.

How to make an aromatic cone you will need
  • 2-3 types of herbs
  • macco powder
  • distilled


Production process
  1. So the first thing you need to do is pick herbs. Focus on their smell, useful properties and compatibility. For example, for home incense is often used sage, cedar and fragrant bison. Experts recommend harvesting herbs yourself. But if this is not possible, they can be purchased at a regular pharmacy or online.



  2. The next step is grinding. With a mortar or a coffee grinder, make herbs powder. Then add the macco powder to the herbs. For every 3 tsp of crushed herbs, 1 tsp of powder will be needed. It works as a binder so you can form cones. Besides, macco powder is fossilIt allows the incense to burn slowly and evenly.
  3. Now add distilled water to the mixture. Focus on the state of the mixture, each time add literally a couple of drops. In the end, you should get a kind of dough of herbs.
  4. From the finished test, form small cones. To do this, you can use a special mould or nozzle from a confectionery bag. But that's not necessary. The cone doesn’t have to be perfect: let the imagination run its course! Next, place the cones on baking paper and give them 12 hours to dry.

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How to light an aromatic cone In specialized stores you can buy pottery. However, if you do not have it, then any heat-resistant dishes will suit. There's some sand or sea salt in it. Then place an aromatic cone there and light its tip. Blow it off like a candle so that the cone itself continues to smoke. Voila!



© Freepik Such a flavoring for the home scentedthan aromatic sticks. In addition, the cones can wrap their smell in a larger room. I wonder if you've seen this kind of incense before?

What flavors attract money Well, let's get back to the pressing. If you want to attract money to the house, then look at the essential oil of lavender and bergamot. Also find the right path to wealth will help cedar oil, patchouli, laurel, mint, sandalwood and pine. We advise you to pay attention to ordinary cinnamon, nutmeg and basil.



But how do you use essential oils? First, they can be sprayed at home using an air flavoring. Secondly, you can easily prepare a natural aromadiffuser with sticks with your own hands. We share a detailed master class.

Herbs have almost magical properties. Since ancient times, they are used for energy purification of the home. To do this, you need to do a special procedure called “flaming herbs”. On the Internet you can find ready-made sets, where combined herbs are collected. But you can make your own bouquet. By the way, among the herbs, money attracts jasmine, garden carnation and thyme.

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Tell me, do you believe in the special qualities of herbs and essential oils? Do you like to light incense and how often do you do it? We look forward to your comments!