Frankincense (Dilute) 50ml Essential Oil

Discover the sacred aroma of Frankincense Essential Oil — steam distilled from the resin of the Boswellia carterii tree and prized for centuries as a symbol of divinity.

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

Frankincense, also known as Olibanum, derives its name from the French "franc," meaning luxuriant. Along with myrrh, it was the first gum to be used as incense. The tree is indigenous to the Middle East, where it is said to exist in natural bonsai formation in that parched land.

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

Ancient Egyptians burned frankincense as holy incense and used it as a face mask. They ground the burnt resin into a powder called kohl, used to highlight the eyes. Kohl-lined eyes are commonly seen in Egyptian art. The earliest record of frankincense use was found in a