Rose petals, precious frankincense and sandalwood come together in this beautifully fragrant, hand-blended loose botanical incense from Wild Hollow Living.
Velvet Rose is a gorgeous combination of florals, woods and resins, with the richness of frankincense weaving through delicate rose petals and the gentle warmth of sandalwood. A little cardamom adds a subtle spicy note, while white sage completes the blend.
The result is a wonderfully fragrant mixture of botanicals that smell beautiful together, even before they're placed on a burner.
In fact, Velvet Rose smells so good straight from the tin that you might find yourself leaving the lid off just to enjoy the fragrance. We certainly wouldn't blame you!
What makes loose botanical incense different?
Unlike incense sticks or cones, loose botanical incense allows you to see and appreciate the individual ingredients. Rose petals, wood shavings, resin tears and leaves create a colourful, textured blend that's as beautiful to look at as it is to smell.
There are no synthetic fragrance oils or artificial perfumes. The fragrance comes from the botanicals themselves, and gently warming the blend releases their natural aromas.
Hand-blended in small batches at Wild Hollow Living, Velvet Rose is a little celebration of the natural ingredients we love working with.
The Details
Blend: Velvet Rose
Type: Loose botanical incense
Aroma: Floral, resinous and gently woody, with rich frankincense notes
Net Weight: 15 g
Packaging: Reusable aluminium tin
Blended in: Proston, Queensland, Australia
Ingredients
Rose petals, frankincense tears, sandalwood shavings, cardamom pods and white sage leaves.
How to Enjoy
Place a small pinch of Velvet Rose onto a suitable electric incense warmer or tealight-heated incense burner. Allow the gentle heat to release the natural fragrance of the botanicals.
Start with a little and add more as desired. Loose incense is best enjoyed with gentle, indirect heat rather than a direct flame.
Please Note
As Velvet Rose is blended from natural botanicals, the colour, texture and proportions of individual pieces may vary slightly between batches.
Burner not included.
Burner FAQs
How does a tealight incense burner work?
A tealight candle gently warms the ceramic dish above it, gradually releasing the natural aromas of loose botanicals, woods and resins without directly lighting the incense.
Do I need to add water?
Not when using our loose incense blends. Simply place a small amount of the dry botanical blend into the dish. Some ceramic burners also accommodate water, so always check the individual product description.
How much loose incense should I use?
Start with a small pinch or spoonful. You can add more as the fragrance develops, depending on your preference.
Can I use essential oils in my burner?
Some burners are suitable for use with water and fragrance oils, but not all. Check the individual burner's specifications before using oils.
Will loose incense produce smoke?
When gently warmed, loose incense generally releases its fragrance with little or no visible smoke. Unlike traditional incense sticks or cones, the botanicals aren't deliberately ignited.
How do I clean my ceramic burner?
Allow the burner to cool completely, then remove the dish and empty the spent botanicals. Wipe the dish clean with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners.
Can I leave my burner operating while I do other things?
Never leave a lit tealight unattended. Always position your burner on a stable, heat-resistant surface, away from curtains, children and pets.
Can I use Wild Hollow Living loose incense in other burners?
Yes, provided they're designed for heating or burning loose botanical incense. Different burner styles may release the fragrance differently.
Loose Incense FAQs
What is loose botanical incense?
Loose botanical incense is a fragrant blend of dried flowers, herbs, woods and other aromatic plant materials. Unlike incense sticks or cones, it isn't shaped or bound together. Instead, the botanicals are gently heated to release their natural aromas. Looks a little like tea leaves or pot pourri!
How do I burn loose botanical incense?
Our loose botanical incense is designed for use in a tealight incense warmer. Simply place a small pinch in the dish above the tealight, light the candle and allow the heat to release the fragrance.
There's no need to set the botanicals alight.
Do I need a special incense burner?
You'll need a burner suitable for heating loose botanical incense. Our Wild Hollow Living tealight incense burners are designed for this purpose, gently heating the botanicals to release their fragrance.
Not all essential oil burners are suitable. Many are designed to hold water in the bowl and should not be used dry, as overheating may cause damage or cracking.
Always check that your burner is suitable for heating dry botanicals before use.
How much loose incense should I use?
Start with a good pinch. You can always add a little more as the fragrance develops. A little goes a surprisingly long way!
Does loose botanical incense produce smoke?
When gently heated in a tealight warmer, loose botanical incense generally produces very little smoke. Instead, the natural aromatic compounds are released gradually. If the botanicals become too hot, they may scorch and produce smoke.
Can I reuse the botanicals?
You can continue heating the same botanicals while they're releasing fragrance. Once the aroma has faded, allow everything to cool completely before removing the spent material and adding a fresh pinch.
Can I burn loose incense directly on charcoal?
Our Wild Hollow Living loose botanical incense is formulated for gentle heating in a tealight warmer rather than direct burning on charcoal.
How should I store my loose incense?
Keep your incense in its tin, tightly closed, in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlig
