Based on different manufacturing techniques, incense on the market can generally be divided into synthetic and natural types. Synthetic incense is primarily made from various artificially synthesized fragrances or essential oils, and the overall cost is relatively low. Natural incense includes those made from natural essential oils, as well as those made from purely natural herbs and plants.

The short yet very important answer is to feel it with your body, not by listening to what other people say. You don't have to be an expert in incense culture, your own nose is enough to make the judgment. If you want to learn more, we've written an article about this topic. Beginner's Guide: 4 quick technics to tell the quality of incenses.

Using natural incense offers many enhancements to your environment and well-being. It can harmonize the energy of a space according to Chinese Feng Shui and Yin-Yang balance, enhancing positivity and attracting good fortune. Its aroma interacts with your brain to stimulate memory and emotional balance, inducing relaxation. What's more, traditional Chinese medicine believes that natural incense nurtures Qi, and calms the mind. Check the benefits of using natural incense.

Neuma only uses high quality oriental aromatic herbs for its products, for example agarwood, sandalwood, cedar etc. In the product description, we listed the main ingredients in each aroma. Following the Chinese incense culture's concept of "incense and medicine sharing the same origin,” we carefully select aromatic herbs in harmony with the seasons and employ traditional Chinese medicine theories to make each single product.

We have a dedicated product team in China who design and develop our unique scents. At the same time, we collaborate with three incense masters, each possessing more than 20 years of professional experience, carrying forward the intangible art of incense craftsmanship in China.

Being environmentally responsible forms the fundamental ethos of our brand, seamlessly integrated right from the first day of product design. Following the 3R principle - reduce, reuse, recycle, we aim to minimize packaging waste while ensuring aesthetics and functionality. 

One of the highlights of our product design is that all packages come with an integrated incense holder, making them extremely practical. Through ingenious design, we ensure to achieve this result using the least amount of material. (Reduce)

Also, the portable wooden box is designed to extend the product life cycle through repeated use and you can buy more mini boxes for refillment. (Reuse)

Last but not least, we carefully select and use eco-friendly packaging materials to ensure everything we use can be recycled. (Recycle)