10 ml Frankincense (D) Essential Oil

This Frankincense Essential Oil is steam distilled from the resin of the Boswellia carterii tree, part of the Burseraceae family, and is also known as Olibanum. The word is derived from the French franc meaning luxuriant, and was, along with myrrh, the first gum to be used as incense. The tree is indigenous to the Middle East, often existing in a natural bonsai formation in that parched land. Frankincense is said to symbolize divinity.

This oil is renowned in aromatherapy for its calming properties. It is said to help heal wounds and prevent scars. In cosmetic products, it helps tone the face, remove wrinkles, and avoid stretch marks. Frankincense essential oil has been used to ease anxiety, stress, asthma, bronchitis, laryngitis, and bad coughs. It serves as a general tonic to the uterus, providing a calming effect during labour and helping to ease heavy menstruation. It is especially beneficial during meditation. Avoid during pregnancy.

Historically, Egyptians burned frankincense as holy incense and used it in face masks. The burnt resin was ground into a powder known as kohl, used to highlight the eyes. Kohl-lined eyes are a common motif in Egyptian art. The earliest record of frankincense use was found in a tomb inscription of the 15th century BC Egyptian queen Hatshepsut, where it was used to fumigate the sick and banish evil spirits.

• Latin Name: Boswellia Carterii
• Part Of Plant Used: Resin
• Source: Somalia
• Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
• 5% Dilution in Grapeseed Oil