Greek Mastic incense - in the form of tears, 60 ml

Greek mastic incense
Net: 60 ml, glass packaging

Botanical name: Pistacia lentiscus
Other names: mastic, tears of Chiosa, Mastiha, Mastichato

What is mastic?

Mastic is a transparent, lemon-white natural resin in the form of tears. The best quality mastic has been obtained (for about 2,500 years) in Greece on the island of Chios from the bushy Mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus), from the same family as the pistachio. The Greeks also call mastic resin the tears of Chios. It is also considered the fragrance of the Greek gods! In ancient times, it was chewed for better oral hygiene. Today, its use is widespread from perfumery to the food industry. It has been used as incense in various cultures since ancient times. The ancient Egyptians imported this popular incense as it was a key ingredient in their ancient "Kyphi" recipes. It is also an ingredient in church Frankincense blends.

About the smell of mastic

Despite its intensity, it has a fine, warm, resinous and balsamic smell. It has a clear and bright aroma and creates a light and pleasant atmosphere.

Effects of mastic

In North Africa, mastic incense is used as a tonic for exhaustion. It works well in meditation and deepening, as its bright energy helps with greater clarity.
Raises the vibration in the room.
Clarifies, purifies and balances.
It is said to promote clairvoyance and visions.
Helps to awaken and focus.
Useful in conversations where we want to clarify something.
Recommended in rooms and work with many people.
It disperses negative energies and enables finer perception.

How to use

It is used on a smoking briquette or mesh.

Incenses that go well with

Frankincense, myrrh, Palo Santo...