How to make DIY Incense Sticks
Experience the art of incense making with our easy DIY Incense Sticks recipe, perfect for creating a calming atmosphere in your home.
Yield 50 Incense sticks
Equipment
Materials
- Incense sticks 50 peices
- Frankincense oil 60 ml
- Lemon Australian oil 30 ml
- Di Propylene Glycol 30 ml
Instructions
- Measure out your choice of fragrance, using essential oils and fragrance oils (90ml total).
- Measure 30ml of Di Propylene Glycol.
- Blend fragrance with Di Propylene Glycol.
- Line tray with aluminium foil.
- Pour mixture over incense sticks, ensuring even coating.
- Wrap foil and plastic bag around incense sticks.
- Let soak for 24 hours.
- Remove from foil and bag. Let dry on drying rack for 24-48 hours.
Notes
- Burn test the fragrance of your incense stick before making larger batches.
- Use gloves to ensure safety.
- Depending on humidity, drying can take up to 48 hours.
- Do not use equipment for eating or cooking if it has been in contact with essential oils.