玉檀香Jade Sandalwood Incense (Yù Tán Xiāng) is a luxurious traditional Chinese incense blend, highly regarded for its fresh, cooling, and slightly sweet aroma.
Core Ingredients:
White Sandalwood Powder (白檀香, Bái Tán Xiāng) – 15g (base note, creamy-woody).
Green Chenxiang (Agarwood) (绿沉香, Lǜ Chén Xiāng) – 5g (optional, adds depth).
Pear or Lotus Leaf Powder – 3g (for a "dewy" freshness).
Tinyu (Clove or Cassia) – 1–2g (hint of spice, balances sweetness).
Honey or Plum Syrup – Binder (1 tsp).
Camphor or Borneol (冰片, Bīng Piàn) – 0.5g (cooling effect, "jade-like" crispness).
Fragrance Profile:
Top: Crisp, green (lotus/camphor).
Heart: Creamy sandalwood.
Base: Warm resin (agarwood) with lingering coolness.
