Moxa Cones Ai Zhu 三年艾绒 54 Count Pure Mugwort for Moxibustion Warming Therapy

Moxa cones, known in TCM as Ai Zhu (艾柱), are made from aged mugwort leaves of Artemisia argyi. These compact cones are crafted from three-year-aged moxa wool and shaped for external moxibustion use. In TCM theory, mugwort is warm in nature and traditionally associated with warming the meridians and supporting circulation when applied to the skin. Intended for external use only with a moxibustion device or holder.

Key Selling Points

• Made from three-year-aged mugwort moxa wool for smoother, more even burning
• Traditional Ai Zhu (艾柱) cone form used in classic Chinese moxibustion practice
• 54 cones per pack, suitable for repeated sessions at home or in a studio
• Botanical source is Artemisia argyi, the standard mugwort used in TCM moxa
• Compatible with common moxibustion holders and extension tools for targeted application

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale golden to yellow-green in color with a soft, fibrous, wool-like texture. The cones carry the characteristic warm, grassy aroma of aged mugwort, which becomes more pronounced and smoky when lit during moxibustion.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• External moxibustion on general body areas using a moxa holder or box
• Warming sessions on the abdomen, back, or legs with a moxibustion extension tool
• Home wellness routines during cold or damp seasons
• Use in professional TCM clinics or massage and spa settings

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, moxa cones are lit and held near or on selected acupuncture points to deliver gentle heat. Ai Zhu has long been paired with ginger, salt, or garlic barriers in indirect moxibustion, and is commonly applied to points such as Zusanli and Guanyuan, especially in autumn and winter when warmth is traditionally valued.

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