In Buddhism, borneol is regarded as a premium offering for deities and is one of the main aromatic ingredients used during the ritual of bathing the Buddha. According to the Tang Materia Medica, natural borneol is pure in texture, producing a rich fragrance with minimal smoke when burned. It has been prized both in the East and the West as a rare treasure throughout history.
(Suitable for worship, offering prayers, incense burning, purification, meditation, and promoting peace of mind and health.)

Borneol, also known as bing pian (ice flakes), is one of the most precious Chinese medicinal ingredients. First documented in the Newly Revised Materia Medica of the Tang Dynasty, it is known for opening bodily orifices, relieving internal heat, reducing swelling, alleviating pain, and improving vision.

Also referred to as bing pian or ruinao, borneol has been phonetically transliterated in Buddhist scriptures from Sanskrit as Jiebuluo, Jiepolo, or Gubupolü. It is a crystalline substance derived from the resin of trees in the Dipterocarpaceae family, particularly the Dryobalanops aromatica species. Its ancient name “Longnao” (Dragon’s Brain) signifies its esteemed status.

As recorded in the Tang Materia Medica, natural borneol is highly pure and, when burned, emits a strong aroma with little smoke. During the Tang and Song dynasties, emissaries from Persia and Arabia would present borneol as diplomatic gifts to Chinese emperors, testifying to its cultural value.

In Buddhism, borneol is a key ritual ingredient, not only used in offerings and bathing the Buddha, but also listed among the “Five Sacred Scents” of esoteric Buddhism (agarwood, sandalwood, clove, turmeric, and borneol). In regions where borneol is naturally abundant, the resin of the borneol tree is even used as oil for temple lamps. In Xishuangbanna, Dai monks regard the borneol tree as sacred and refer to it as the "Treasure of Trees." They often use its oil to keep the “eternal flame” burning before the Buddha.

Borneol can be applied externally, consumed, or used as incense. Cooling and refreshing to the senses, it is known to clear heat, calm the mind, and awaken the spirit. In Southeast Asian customs, it is often mixed with other aromatic substances like agarwood and musk, then applied to the body after bathing. In some areas, it is even consumed—combined with ingredients like ambergris and wrapped in betel nut, it serves as a luxurious indulgence for nobles and royalty.

Product Name：【Longnao Xiang】 Incense Powder
Contents：Incense Powder 5g
Ingredients： Borneol, Agarwood, Specially Formulated Chinese Herbs
Origin：Made in Taiwan
Shelf Life：Indefinite when stored in a dry environment