Moxa Sticks Ai Tiao 艾条 9x180mm 10 Sticks Herbal Moxibustion Rolls for Home Warming Care

Moxa Sticks, known in TCM as Ai Tiao (艾条), are rolled from processed mugwort floss (Ai Rong) derived from Artemisia argyi leaves. Each stick measures 9 x 180 mm and burns steadily to release a characteristic herbal smoke used in traditional moxibustion practice. In TCM theory, mugwort is warm in nature and traditionally associated with warming the channels and supporting circulation. Intended for external use only, kept away from the face and flammable items.

Key Selling Points

• Rolled from mugwort floss with a 9 x 180 mm stick format
• Made from Artemisia argyi, the traditional moxibustion herb
• Boxed set of 10 sticks suitable for regular home practice
• Burns evenly with a steady herbal aroma typical of quality moxa
• Suited to traditional warming care on the body and in living spaces

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale golden to yellowish-green in color with a soft, fibrous floss texture. When lit, the stick glows steadily and gives off a warm, grassy mugwort aroma with a mild smoky character typical of traditional moxa rolls.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional moxibustion practice on the body
• Warming care on the abdomen, back, or joints
• Herbal smoke for freshening indoor spaces
• Outdoor use as a traditional mugwort smoke stick

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, moxa sticks are lit and held near selected points or areas of the body to apply gentle warmth, a method long used to support circulation and comfort during cold seasons. Mugwort smoke has also traditionally been used to purify rooms and repel insects. Common pairings include point-specific warming sessions and seasonal household use.

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