Emily Teng, the founder of QiLing, understands the challenges of navigating a high-pressure urban lifestyle.

Born in Zhejiang, China, and moving to Los Angeles with her family, Emily frequently traveled between the U.S. and Hangzhou for work.

This hectic schedule left her struggling with insomnia and anxiety.

Seeking relief, Emily turned to ancient Eastern practices like meditation, aromatherapy, and mindfulness.

These traditions led her to holistic health and inner peace amidst the chaos.

Inspired by her journey, Emily created QiLing as a sanctuary for urban dwellers seeking balance and tranquility.

QiLing draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of Chinese traditional culture to offer a line of incense sticks infused with centuries-old wisdom and heritage.

Rooted in the belief that harmony of the senses leads to inner peace, QiLing's incense sticks are crafted using authentic recipes passed down through generations.

Each incense stick serves as a conduit to ancient rituals and practices, guiding individuals on a journey of self-discovery and tranquility.

QiLing, derived from the Chinese transliteration of “啟靈” (Enlighten the Soul) or “麒麟” (Qi Lin), explores the rich tapestry of traditional Chinese culture to offer a line of incense sticks steeped in heritage.

Each incense connects users to ancient rituals, guiding them on a journey of self-discovery and calm.

Inspired by mythical creatures from Chinese folklore, QiLing embodies ancient wisdom and spiritual enlightenment.

Drawing from the revered Kirin, QiLing leads individuals on a transformative path of serenity through the art of incense craftsmanship.

The attached picture comes from the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty stored in the Palace Museum in Beijing, China, from May 4, 1662 (the first year of Kangxi) to December 20, 1722 (the sixty-first year of Kangxi). Hanging painting with 麒麟” (Qi Lin).

Learn more about the history of mysterious oriental incense.