Quality related
Raw materials: Priority should be given to using mugwort strips made from Chen Ai. Chen Ai has mild firepower and strong penetration, and mugwort leaves that are generally stored for 1-3 years are more suitable. Xinai has strong firepower, thick smoke, and is prone to injuring meridians. At the same time, attention should be paid to the origin of Artemisia argyi leaves.
Ai Rong purity: Ai Rong purity is commonly in various ratios such as 3:1, 5:1, 8:1, 10:1, etc., and the finer the better. Generally, a ratio of 3:1 or more of Ai Rong is sufficient for daily health care; For moxibustion, a ratio of 8:1 or 10:1 is sufficient; If it is moxibustion, pure golden velvet is needed.
Odor: The scent produced when high-quality mugwort burns is mild, fragrant, and not pungent. If the odor is strong and pungent, it may be due to poor quality of mugwort leaves or the addition of other impurities.
Firepower: Good moxa sticks burn with gentle firepower and strong penetration, which can give the human body a warm and comfortable feeling, and the heat can penetrate deep into the skin. Poor quality moxa sticks may have excessive or erratic firepower, making it difficult to achieve the desired moxibustion effect.
Appearance and craftsmanship
Appearance: High quality mugwort strips have a smooth, compact appearance, uniform thickness, and no cracks, looseness, or deformation. Ai Rong has a golden or earthy yellow color and no obvious impurities. If the surface of the moxa strip is rough, damaged, the moxa velvet color is black, or there are many impurities, the quality may be poor.
Rolling process: The tightly rolled moxa sticks have a long and stable combustion time, and are not easily extinguished or dusty. You can gently pinch the moxa stick to feel its tightness.
Packaging and labeling
Packaging: Formal packaging for mugwort should be complete and tidy, with basic information such as product name, manufacturer, production date, and shelf life. The packaging material should have certain moisture-proof and insect proof functions to ensure the quality of the moxa sticks.
Identification: Carefully review the product identification to understand the specifications, velvet ratio, usage methods, precautions, and other related information of the moxa strip. If the labeling is unclear or lacks necessary information, it may be a low-quality product or a three no product.
Brand and reputation
Brand: Choose well-known brands of Ai Tiao, which usually have stricter production standards and quality control systems, and relatively guaranteed product quality. You can search and consult professionals or moxibustion enthusiasts online to understand the reputation and evaluation of various brands.
Word of mouth: Refer to the usage reviews and feedback of other consumers to understand the actual effectiveness, quality stability, and other aspects of Ai Tiao. User reviews can be viewed on e-commerce platforms, moxibustion forums, and other channels.