Organic Frankincense Oil

Botanical Name: Boswellia serrata
Plant Part: Resin / gum
Extraction Method: steam distilled
Origin: India

Origin: India Note: Base

Aromatic Scent: This Frankincense has a spicy, balsamic aroma.

Description: This Certified Organic Indian essential oil of frankincense has a fresher smell than the boswelia carterii oil from Somalia (see Frankincense Oil) .In general Frankincense contains more than 200 individual natural chemicals, giving the fragrance a very complex bouquet. There is considerable variation in the proportion of these components depending on the micro-climate where the trees grow, the season at which the resin is harvested, and a number of other factors.

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History: Frankincense is an aromatic resin with a long history of use. It has been used for ages for numerous therapeutic benefits, is a universally known incense, and is a source of livelihood for nomadic tribes. Frankincense has always been synonymous with spirituality; like myrrh, it was a prized possession in the ancient world, equal in value to many precious gems and metals. The resin has been a major item of commerce for at least 3,000 years.

Therapeutic Actions

Antiseptic, astringent, carminative, cicatrisant, cytophylactic, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, sedative, uterine, vulenary[1]

Indications / Energetics

Frankincense can be used to alleviate anxiety and nervous tension and stress related condtions[1]

It has the ability to relax and revitalize, is uplifting and can help alleviate stress that has given way to irritability and restlessness. Frankincense Essential Oil has long been recognized as having psychological and spiritual benefits around the world. It calms and centers the mind , deepens the breathe and is an aid to meditation, contemplation, and prayer. Frankincense Essential Oil alleviates mental distractions allowing clarity of thought and a sense of purpose, and is also useful for mental confusion, sensory overstimulation, and over reactivity.

Skin Care

Frankincense is well known for its cicatrisant, cytophylatic and vulnerary properties and is recommended for dry and mature skin, scars, wounds and wrinkles. [1]

Other topical and dermal functions of frankincense oil include

• Non suppurating sores, wounds chronic ulcers, swollen gums , bleeding
• Boils carbuncles , abscesses
• Acute tissue trauma , pain of rheumatism , arthritis
• Joint stiffness

Respiratory

Frankincense has traditionally been used to treat respiratory conditions such as asthma, bronchitis and catarrhal conditions. [i]

Blends Well With: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Geranium, Lavender, Mimosa, Neroli, Orange, Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, Limel

Shelf Life: 2 years

General Safety Considerations:

• Do not take essential oils internally!See blog on the dangers of ingesting essential oils
• Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes.
• Do not apply undiluted to skin (for directions on proper dilution, refer to an aromatherapy text).
• The information on this website is not intended to be used in the diagnosis, treatment or mitigation of any physical or mental illness. Essential oils are not drugs and are not appropriate for treatment of illnesses.
• Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should not use essential oils without first consulting an appropriately trained healthcare practitioner.
• Keep out of the reach of children.
• The statements on this website have not been evaluated by the FDA.

References

Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2^nd Edition The International Centre for Holistic Aromatherapy Australia 2005

[1] Lawless J, The encylopaedia of essential oils, Element Books LTD, Great Britain 1992

[1] Lavabre M, Aromatherapy workbook. Healing Art Press, USA 1997