There are many types of moxibustion patches online, and many people are confused about what clear moxa sticks, pure moxa sticks, aged moxa sticks, and handcrafted moxibustion patches are, what characteristics these moxibustion patches have, and which one has the best moxibustion effect. Then, what is a clear moxa stick? What is the difference between pure moxa sticks and clear moxa sticks? Today, the web editor specially writes an article to share with everyone some professional knowledge about the types of moxibustion patches.

What is a clear moxa stick?

So-called clear moxa sticks, also known as green moxa sticks, are actually moxibustion patches made from fresh moxa leaves. Currently, it is more common to see aged moxa sticks on the market. Aged moxa sticks are moxa leaves that have been stored for a certain period of time before being made into moxibustion patches. During the storage process, most of the moisture and moxa oil in the moxa leaves can be volatilized, so the color of aged moxa sticks is green; the color of the moxa in aged moxa sticks is yellowish, which is mainly caused by long-term storage.

What is the difference between pure moxa sticks and clear moxa sticks?

Pure moxa sticks are moxibustion patches made entirely of moxa, without any other ingredients added. If Chinese herbs are added to pure moxa sticks, they become medicinal moxa sticks; although the leaves of the clear moxa sticks are from the same year, the clear moxa sticks do not make any additional additions. In fact, clear moxa sticks are also a type of pure moxa stick.

What is a handcrafted moxibustion patch?

So-called handcrafted moxibustion patches are relative to industrially produced moxibustion patches. Handcrafted moxibustion patches are a traditional craft that was widely流传 in ancient times. In ancient times, without electricity and machinery, moxibustion patches could only be made by human labor, and such moxibustion patches are called handcrafted moxibustion patches.

Which one is better in terms of moxibustion effect between handcrafted moxa sticks and general moxibustion patches?

Currently, moxibustion patches on the market are mainly divided into industrial moxibustion patches and handcrafted moxibustion patches. If you choose industrial moxibustion patches, it is best to select those with a higher proportion of moxa, with a year of age of 5, and such moxa sticks cost no less than 3 yuan each. In addition, there is handcrafted moxibustion patches, which use traditional production techniques, usually stone mill moxibustion patches and mortar moxibustion patches. The moxibustion effect is stronger, but the price is higher. Generally, you also need to choose those with a year of age of 5, and the proportion of moxa should also be as high as possible. Such moxibustion patches produce less dense smoke, do not smoke people, the moxibustion flame is soft, has strong penetration, and the moxibustion effect is stronger. As for the price, it is about twice that of industrial moxibustion patches.