- Other Names
- Olibanum, Bible Frankincense, and Oléo-Gomme-Résine
- Farming Method
- Certified Organic
- Plant Part
- Resin
- Country of Origin
- Somaliland
- Application Method
- Diffusion, Inhalation, Massage, and Topical
- Scientific Name
- Boswellia carteri
- Extraction Method
- Steam Distilled
About the Plant:
Frankincense is made up of two words: the old French word frank (free, pure, or abundant), and the Latin word incensum (to smoke). When the bark of the tree is disturbed, it oozes out droplets of this precious substance. The beads of gummy resin are meticulously collected and then distilled for their essence.
Frankincense essential oils and abstracts are extracted from Frankincense resin. The way Frankincense is harvested is the Frankincense is tapped from Boswellia trees by slashing the bark (which is called striping) and allowing the resin to bleed out and harden. The resin then hardens and forms what is referred to as tears.
Where It Grows:
Frankincense trees grow in regions of the world that are extremely dry and experience intense sunlight. Frankincense Essential Oil comes from sticky, fragrant resin harvested from the Boswellia tree, which is native to the Middle East. Most frankincense comes from about five species of Boswellia trees, found in North Africa and India, but also in Oman, Yemen, and western Africa.
Traditional Uses and Lore:
Frankincense has been used for thousands of years throughout the Middle East in both homes and religious places of worship. It was thought to cleanse the environment, dispel evil spirits, protect against infection, and promote spirituality and prayer.
To get a sense of how valuable Frankincense was in ancient times, it was mentioned 20 times in the Bible. In Christianity, Frankincense is most commonly known as being one of three gifts brought by the Magi to the baby Jesus, alongside Myrrh and Gold. It has continued being burned ceremonially in the Catholic mass.
Frankincense was also used by Muslims for attracting angels and repelling evil forces and is burned in Mosques. In fact, Frankincense has been burned in religious ceremonies of various faiths over the centuries.
It is protective, purifying, and grounding all at the same time which is why it is wonderful for meditation and sacred ceremonies.* On the physical level frankincense essential oil is very effective for headaches when combined with Palo Santo and Peppermint essential oils.* It is a great respiratory aid and also effective for skin and scarring.*
Other Facts:
- Scent: Smoky, Sweet, Woody, and Balsamic Aroma
- Fragrance Note: Middle Note
- Composition: α-Pinene, Myrcene, D-Limonene, Incensol, and Incensyl Acetate
- Family: Burseraceae Family
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- USDA Certificate Organic
- Assists Meditation and Spiritual Thoughts
- Comforts Feelings of Sorrow
- Protects Against Airborne Illnesses
Frankincense Carteri Organic Essential Oil is a version of Frankincense that has been used for thousands of years. This steam distilled version of Boswellia carterii is an elegant, gentle essential oil with comparable properties as the CO2 extracted versions. It has been considered precious for spiritual and meditative purposes such as enhancing deep meditation, working to balance emotions, and lessening feelings of loneliness, frailty, and grief.*
Frankincense can also be used to help combat other external stressors.* It protects against airborne illnesses.* Surprisingly, it is also highly effective for painful inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and chronic inflammation of various origins.*
Topical Application (for use on the skin):
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Diffusion / Inhalation (add a few drops to a nebulizer or nasal inhaler):
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Blends Well With:
- Black Spruce, Copaiba, Elemi, Myrrh, and Palo Santo
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Safety Precautions:
- Frankincense Essential Oil is non-toxic, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing.*
- Skin sensitization if oxidized; old or oxidized oils should be avoided.*
- Dilute before using. A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.*
- Avoid using Frankincense during pregnancy.*
General Safety Precautions:
- Use essential oils only in diluted form on the skin and never internally.
- Always be careful when using essential oils with children.
- Give them only low doses, or better, consult a qualified aromatherapy expert before using.
- Use essential oils with care and only under the proper guidance of an expert while pregnant or if you have liver damage, epilepsy, cancer, or other serious health problems.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
There are several species and varieties of Frankincense trees, each producing a slightly different type of resin and essential oil. Differences in soil and climate create even more diversity of the resin, even within the same species.
Frankincense Carteri Essential Oil is known for having a warm, woody, sweet, and spicy aroma. Due to its calming and consciousness-expanding properties, Frankincense has been used in religious ceremonies for centuries as it promotes meditation and prayer.*
Frankincense has been used to relieve anxiety, stress, and tension while also being helpful for calming the mind and aiding the attainment of a meditative state.* It slows the breath rate, which is one of the signs of deep relaxation.*
It also has tissue regeneration capabilities.* By promoting healthy cells, Frankincense also has pain-relieving properties to keep existing cells and tissues healthy.* Overall, Frankincense can penetrate the tissues of the body easily making them so effective in airborne deodorizers and purifiers.*
Frankincense is also great for digestive issues. It speeds up the secretion of digestive juices which helps give relief from gas and indigestion.* Frankincense is a powerful expectorant and very effective for respiratory issues such as colds, flu, asthma, and other lung issues.* It helps relieve bronchitis and congestion due to its astringent properties.*
The following is a list of conditions which Frankincense Carteri Essential Oil addresses by category:
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Bottles are filled by volume. Some bottle sizes may not be filled to the top, but do contain the volume of oil specified.
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