Mosquito-repelling incense sticks are a popular method to deter mosquitoes naturally, and burning aromatic substances like citronella is said to be an effective solution to send these insects ...

While air pollution from incense burning appears to play a role, further studies are needed to confirm these effects. While studies suggest health risks associated with incense, they also have ...

Dozens of workers toil through the night coating thin lengths of bamboo in herbs, spices and richly coloured powders to create incense sticks that are spread out under the rising sun to dry.