Handmade Bamboo Tepi

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This Handmade Bamboo Tepi is crafted in the Netherlands by an independent craftswoman based in Amsterdam. Explore our Smartshop to find more artisanal tools for rapé administration.

This bamboo tepi applicator is made entirely from natural bamboo, has a smooth finish, and is practical for everyday handling. The construction of this tepi is designed for use between two people, providing a stable grip and positioning the two ends for shared rapé administration. Bamboo also keeps the handmade tepi pipe remarkably lightweight, practical, and easy to take care of.

What is a bamboo tepi applicator, and what is it used for?

A tepi is an applicator for rapé, also referred to as hapé, an Amazonian ceremonial snuff traditionally used among a number of Indigenous peoples. A tepi applicator is traditionally used by one person to administer rapé to another, often in ceremonial settings. One person blows through it to deliver the rapé into the receiver’s nostril.

Many preparations of rapé contain finely powdered Nicotiana rustica, also known as mapacho, combined with alkaline plant or tree ashes and other botanical ingredients. If you would like to learn more about rapé, its history, ingredients, and use, read our blog about the differences between cigarettes and Rapé. Or maybe you would like to buy rapé itself? Explore the Rapé category in our Sirius Smartshop, where we offer a selection of preparations, including Kanna Rapé or Caapi Rapé.

How to use and care for your rapé tepi applicator

Using a rapé tepi applicator requires two people, with one person administering the rapé and the other receiving it. In some ceremonial contexts, the receiver may also take a moment to set an intention for the ritual. Once you are ready, follow these steps:

1. Load the rapé into the narrow nostril end of the tepi pipe.
2. Position the receiver with their chin slightly lowered and mouth open for breathing.
3. Place the tepi with the narrow end gently positioned at the entrance of the nostril.
4. Administer the rapé with one steady, controlled blow through the tepi.
5. Clean your tepi by removing any remaining powder with a small brush or clean cloth. If necessary, use lukewarm water and dry the tepi thoroughly before storing it in a dry place.

If desired, repeat the process for the other nostril. In some traditions, using both nostrils forms part of the ceremonial practice. Would you like to find out more about other fascinating Amazonian traditions? You can also explore our blog about what Kambo is, a ritual practice involving the skin secretion of the Phyllomedusa bicolor frog.

Disclaimer: Use rapé with appropriate caution. Many rapé preparations contain nicotine from tobacco, which can increase heart rate and blood pressure and is addictive. Composition varies considerably between rapé products, and tobacco-containing preparations may also contain other harmful tobacco constituents. Avoid combining it with other substances and consult a medical professional before use, especially if you have health conditions or take medication.

Buy handmade bamboo tepi and more at Sirius.nl

Looking for a bamboo tepi for sale? Buy the practical and lightweight handmade bamboo tepi at Sirius. This way, you can be sure of the product quality and origin while benefiting from our competitive bamboo tepi price and quick, discreet shipping!

Not sure whether a tepi or kuripe is best for you? A kuripe works on the same principle, but is smaller and designed for self-application of rapé. Compare this handmade bamboo tepi with the many kuripe options available at Sirius Smartshop, from a simple bamboo kuripe to premium decorated kuripes and much more, to find your favorite.

You can also combine your order with other products from Sirius, such as pipes and accessories from our Headshop, products from our Healthshop and Growshop, and much more, to get everything you need in one order and save on shipping costs.