Frankincense Essential Oil

Aroma: warm, musky, herbaceous
Note: Base note
Extraction: Steam Distilled
Origin: Somalia

Description

Frankincense is an ancient oil, with many historic, ceremonial, and religious uses. The long and significant connection of Frankincense to many cultures throughout history can help its users of today feel more akin to the peoples of the past. The scent could be described as forest-like, earthy, or musky. Frankincense carterii has many beneficial uses. It can be diffused to inspire feelings of peace and calm. When used topically, it can help rejuvenate, enhance, and beautify the skin. It has been shown to have anti-inflammatory activity which makes it potentially useful for reducing pain associated with excessive inflammation. It is also suggested that Frankincense may be useful for autoimmune diseases such as bronchial asthma, Crohn’s Disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and ulcerative colitis, among others. 

Health Benefits

• Aging Skin: Frankincense essential oil can be used to lift, tighten, and renew aging skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
• Anxiety & Stress: Calm and soothe the nerves while reducing stress and agitation.
• Arthritis & Rheumatism: Studies show encouraging results regarding the use of Frankincense for arthritis. Dilute and apply topically to the location of concern to help ease inflammation and discomfort.
• Chest Congestion: To ease chest congestion, diffuse or apply topically to the chest to enjoy this oil’s expectorant quality.
• Digestive Aid: Apply to the abdomen to aid in the digestive process and to ease the symptoms of indigestion.
• Immune: Frankincense Carterii and Serrata have both been studied for their use in modulating the immune system, possibly aiding those with overactive immune systems.
• Oral Health: Add to homemade toothpaste or other oral hygiene products to help reduce tooth decay and bad breath.
• Relaxation: The lovely scent of Frankincense instills feelings of relaxation and calm.
• Respiratory Health: A popular remedy for bronchitis and asthma, apply topically to the chest area or diffuse a few drops nearby.
• Skin: Dilute and apply topically to help reduce scars and stretch marks, reduce skin irritation and inflammation, and to improve dry skin and texture.
• Water Retention: Take advantage of Frankincense carterii’s diuretic property and shed some extra water weight! Dilute and apply to the areas of concern such as feet and ankles.

Properties

Analgesic 
Antidepressant 
Anti-Inflammatory 
Antimicrobial
Antiseptic
Astringent
Cicatrisant 
Disinfectant
Diuretic 
Expectorant
Sedative 

Available Sizes & Bottle Styles

• The Aromatherapy Style Bottles come in 2ml, 5ml, 10ml, and 30ml sizes and is 100% pure & potent therapeutic grade essential oil.
• Our Ready-to-Go Roll-on Style Bottle comes in a 10ml size and is made of 100% pure & potent therapeutic grade essential oil expertly mixed with a high-quality carrier oil to make these roll-ons ready to use on-the-go with the ideal balance of aroma, potency & safety.