Round yellow flowers on a Vachellia seyal twig
Illustration only: the photo shows Acacia Wood, not this product or its packaging. Photo: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0

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Sudanese Talih (Dukhan)

Heartwood of Acacia seyal, burned for dukhan, the Sudanese smoke bath of married women and brides-to-be. Users describe it as cleansing, but medical experts warn against it.

Origin
Sudan
Form
Wood
Smoke
Heavy smoke

Scent profile

  • Smoky
  • Woody
  • Earthy

Editorial estimate, not a lab analysis or community vote. Your experience may differ.

Key materials

Typical materials for this style. Makers rarely publish full recipes.

Sources

Main claims checked against the sources below on 3 November 2026.

See also

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