Mastic

Mastic

Incense & resins

Tradition · Pistacia Lentiscus Tree

Tier: 3
Alternate Names: Pistacia LentiscusMastikaTears of Chios
Origin Regions: Chios Island, GreeceMediterranean
Form: TearsSmall crystals
Scent Profile: Fresh, piney, slightly sweet, clean, uplifting
Burn Method: Charcoal
Smoke Color: White
Chakra: Third Eye Chakra Crown Chakra
Element: Air
Planet: Mercury Sun
Zodiac: Gemini Leo
Properties: PurificationPsychic developmentManifestationMental clarityProtection
Magical Uses: PurificationPsychic developmentManifestationProtectionSpirit communication
Deities: Apollo Artemis Hermes
Sabbats: Litha
Moon Phases: Waxing Gibbous Full Moon
Pairs with: Frankincense (Boswellia Sacra)Sandalwood (White)Benzoin
Sacred Timing: Days
Wednesday Sunday
Hours
Mercury hoursSun hours
Traditional Uses: Ancient Greek temple incense, sacred to Apollo. Used in offerings, purification, manifestation rituals. Protected geographic indication—true mastic only from Chios.
Modern Practice: Premium incense for Greek magical traditions, Apollo work, psychic development. Excellent for manifestation rituals. Pleasant, clean scent.