7 African Powers Incense Sticks by HEM: a box of 20 hand-rolled sticks — a rich, sweet temple blend HEM names for the Seven African Powers, the orishas honored together in Santería. Made in India by HEM; sold by the box.

The Scent

A rich, sweet temple blend HEM names for the Seven African Powers, the orishas honored together in Santería.

What's in the Box

• Count: 20 sticks
• Stick: about 8 inches, on a bamboo core
• Burn time: roughly 30 minutes a stick; the scent lingers after
• Made in India by HEM

How to Use It

Light the tip, let it flame for a few seconds, then blow it out so the ember glows. Stand it in an ash catcher, or push the bare end into a bowl of sand or rice, and open a window a crack — incense is meant to drift, not fill. Never leave it burning unattended; keep it away from curtains, children and pets.

In Tradition

In Santería and related traditions, the Seven African Powers are seven orishas called on together for protection and help. This is a fragrance named for that tradition.

Pairs Well With

Handmade Wood Incense Burner Boat, Protection Oil .5 oz, Black Tourmaline Tumbled Pocket Stone.

Never leave burning incense unattended. Keep it away from anything that can catch, and out of reach of children and pets. For fragrance only — not for internal use.