Laxmi Dhoop, produced by Surya Devya Enterprises for the renowned Mysore Sugandhi Dhoop Factory, is a gently textured, deep brown to black incense. It was specifically created for use in pooja ceremonies, paying homage to Laxmi, the Hindu goddess symbolizing wealth and prosperity.
Resembling small liquorice sticks, Laxmi Dhoop has a slightly sticky texture akin to plasticine, allowing it to be shaped as desired. However, it performs optimally when burned as a stick or in a slender cone form.
The fragrance is fresh and slightly resinous, consisting of loban (benzoin), with a touch of bergamot and lavender. It's quite distinctive and individual - the essence of summer in India!
A box contains approximately 40g of dhoop, extruded as eight 3 inch (8cm) long sticks, each of which can easily burn for 90 minutes (an hour and a half), depending on conditions and the shape used.
