The Sensory Validation Protocol
Before any lot goes to the lab, it must pass a defined sensory protocol rooted in Himalayan tradition and handled with cultural respect. Lab results verify safety and identity, but ritual validation protects the lineage of the material.
Protocol checkpoints
Appearance: deep obsidian black with a glass-like sheen
Aroma: earthy and smoky, never chemical
Texture: firm when cool, pliable when warm
Solubility: dissolves fully in warm liquid with no gritty residue
Heat response: expands and bubbles under gentle heat without sparking