Incense Essential Oil 10ml

Latin Name: Boswellia carterii

Part of the plant used: Resin

Origin: Somalia

Extraction method: Steam Distillation

5% dilution in grapeseed oil

Frankincense essential oil is steam distilled from the resin of the Boswellia carterii tree, of the Burseraceae family, and is also known as Olibanum. The word is derived from the French franc meaning exuberant, and was, along with myrrh, the first chewing gum used as incense. The tree is indigenous to the Middle East, and is said to exist in the natural bonsai formation in that dry land. Incense is said to symbolize divinity.

This oil is the most popular in aromatherapy for its soothing properties. It is said to help heal wounds and prevent scarring. It is used to tone the face, remove wrinkles, and prevent stretch marks in cosmetic products. Frankincense essential oil has been used to relieve anxiety, stress, asthma, bronchitis, laryngitis, and severe coughing. It is a general tonic for the uterus, has a calming effect during childbirth and helps relieve heavy menstruation. It is most helpful during meditation. Avoid during pregnancy.

The ancient Egyptians burned incense as sacred incense and used it as a face mask. They ground the burnt resin into a powder called kohl, used to highlight the eyes. Kohl's lined eyes are commonly seen in Egyptian art. The first record of the use of incense was found in an inscription on the tomb of the Egyptian queen Hatshepsut from the fifteenth century BC. It was used to fumigate the sick, to banish evil spirits.