This is a backflow incense cones. It has an opening in the middle for smoke to flow down. Backflow incense requires "special" backflow burners. Backflow incense cones have a hole at the base and are designed for use in decorative backflow incense cone burners (check out our range for sale separately and the example in the photos - burner not included) As the name suggests, the smoke cascades downwards like a waterfall. How to use a backflow incense burner: ๐Place the hole at the bottom of the incense cone directly above the hole in the top of the burner. ๐Light the tip of the cone and blow out after about 10 seconds (It is normal for the cone to issue smoke from the top at first) ๐ Allow the incense cone to burn and admire the downward flow of smoke pooling at the bottom