Description
Traditional Eritrean Incense paper made from cedarwood The "historical" booklet of Carta Aromatica d'Eritrea (Aromatic Paper of Eritrea) has remained unaltered since 1927. It consists of 24 strips ready to be burned, soaked in the inimitable & exquisite aromatic essence composed of absolutely natural & pure essential oils, resins & musks. Please check out our other orisha items here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RitualScent This is a book of incense paper strips similar to Papier d'Arménie or Armenian papers & they are those rare, traditional European apothecary & lifestyle finds that make requisite & unique gifts (especially to yourself!). Carta Eritrea incense papers are made in Italy & when you light one, it will perfume your space. Made with the finest essential oils from the Atlas Mountains. Original Eritrean Paper Incense was first made in 1927 & is a fresh fragrance prepared with cedarwood sweetened by vanilla, patchouli, & mastic from the Greek island of Kios. Reminiscent of the sunny & warm Mediterranean coast with its bright blue waters, the formula was reconstructed after its discovery in the diary of Dr. Vittoriano Casanova, written more than 80 years ago, Blue Carta Aromatica d'Eritrea - Essence du Touareg (Blue Aromatic Paper of Eritrea) has finally come to light & is now available for you to enjoy. This is for 1 booklet of 24 strips Carta Aromatica d'Eritrea is a traditional paper incense made from a formula comprised of 35 resins & essential oils, by an entirely manual process, that purifies & scents the air. It is 100% natural & ecological and, its fragrance is uplifting. Carta Aromatica d'Eritrea has been sold for almost 80 years in the same original format, the famous "booklets" of 24 strips to be slowly burst in order to spread the incredible fragrance that is appreciated & in great demand all over the world since the beginning of last century. HOW TO USE Tear off a strip of the paper & fold it like a fan or accordion. Place it on a fireproof surface (like the matching burner or an ashtray). Light one tip of the paper with a match. Allow the flame to die down & it will gently smolder away, it will completely burn itself out releasing the perfume of the resins & oils in the paper. The paper incense strip should turn into ash. You can also use the strips to perfume clothing, place one or more strips of paper in drawers or closets, in bags, suitcases, & so on. HISTORY The history of the Aromatic Incense Papers of Eritrea began in 1927. Dr. Victor Casanova, a pharmacist, during a trip to Eritrea & Somalia became aware of the use of resins & natural essences to perfume & purify the palaces of North Africa. Back in Italy, Dr. Casanova formulated a paper incense of Aromatic Eritrea, whose composition has remained unchanged to this day. Also, the heritage method of manufacturing remains the same, & essences & resins are still exclusively imported from Asian & African countries. These rare, natural ingredients are pulverized by hand
