Three Resins. One Ceremonial Tradition. Thousands of Years of Smoke.
What is the Sacred Resin Trinity bundle? The Sacred Resin Trinity is a curated bundle of three natural resin incenses — Frankincense, Myrrh and Benzoin — each in a 60g pack, 180g in total. These three resins have been gathered and burned together in ceremonial practice across cultures for thousands of years: Frankincense to purify and elevate the space, Myrrh to ground and deepen the breath, Benzoin (known across South Africa as loban) to comfort and protect the spirit. Each resin arrives in its raw, unprocessed crystal form, releasing its smoke slowly and deliberately when placed on a glowing charcoal disc. Together they form the classical Three Kings sacred trio, known in Christian Pontifical ceremony, Buddhist and Hindu temple worship, and esoteric traditions worldwide. The bundle offers a 20% saving compared to purchasing each 60g pack individually.
What Each Resin Brings to Your Altar
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Purification (Frankincense): Bright, lemony-resinous smoke traditionally associated with clearing stagnant energy, elevating mental clarity and opening connection to higher awareness.
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Grounding (Myrrh): Deep, earthy and balsamic — traditionally burned for ancestral honouring, grief, root-chakra grounding and the kind of stillness that anchors a practice.
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Protection & Comfort (Benzoin): Warm, sweet and vanilla-like, Benzoin — known as loban or sambrani across South African traditions — is traditionally used to seal a cleansed space and invite abundance.
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Bundle Value: 20% Saving
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Complete Ritual System: Each resin is a distinct instrument. Work with them separately for focused intention, or blend all three on one disc for the classical Three Kings aroma.
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Gifting & Discovery: The most complete entry point into natural resin incense — ideal for practitioners expanding their altar, or as a considered gift for someone beginning their ceremonial journey.
Burning the Ancient Way: How to Use Your Resin
How do I burn resin incense on a charcoal disc? Resin incense releases its fragrance only when heated — it requires a self-lighting charcoal disc and a heat-safe burner rather than an open flame or incense stick holder. The process is simple and deeply satisfying once you have worked through it once. You will find charcoal discs and brass burners in our incense collection. Prepare your space before you begin — open a window, settle your intention, and allow yourself the gift of a few unhurried minutes. When your session is complete, wave the flame out rather than blowing — a small honouring of the spirit held within the plant's resin.
Step-by-step ritual method
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Prepare your burner: Place a heat-safe brass, ceramic or soapstone burner on a stable, heat-resistant surface. Half-fill it with sand, rice or ash to insulate against heat and steady the charcoal disc.
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Light the charcoal: Using metal tongs (never bare fingers), hold a self-lighting charcoal disc and touch the edge to a lighter flame. The disc will spark and crackle briefly — this is normal. Set it hollow-side up on the sand.
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Wait for the grey ash: Allow 2–5 minutes for a thin grey ash to form across the surface of the disc. This signals the charcoal is evenly heated and ready. Placing resin on a disc that is not yet fully lit produces harsh, acrid smoke.
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Place the resin: Using a teaspoon or small spoon, place a pea-sized piece of your chosen resin onto the hollow centre of the disc. The aroma will begin to rise within seconds. Add a fresh piece every 20–30 minutes as needed.
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Close the ritual: When you are finished, allow the charcoal to cool completely in the burner before handling or disposing of it. The disc remains hot for up to two hours. Burn only in a ventilated room, away from curtains, pets and children, and never leave unattended.
Product Details
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Contents: 3 × 60g natural resin incense — Frankincense (Boswellia carterii), Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha), Benzoin (Styrax benzoin), also known as loban
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Total weight: 180g
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Format: Raw crystal resin — requires charcoal disc and heat-safe burner (not included)
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Form: Loose tears/granules, unprocessed
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Country of origin: Multi-origin (ethically sourced)
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SKU: SS-RESIN-TRIO
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Suitable for: Daily ritual practice, meditation, space cleansing, ceremonial offerings, gifting
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Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Resins absorb moisture — reseal after use.
Explore the Secret Sense Resin Range
Deepen your relationship with sacred smoke. Explore individual resins, charcoal discs and ritual tools in our collections:
The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects traditional, cultural and historical uses of these plant resins. It is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Secret Sense makes no therapeutic or health claims in relation to these products. Always consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Never leave burning charcoal unattended.