Minimum Shelf Life: 4 years
Plant Part: Resin
Perfume Note: Base
Aroma: Spicy, haunting and woody
Blends well with: Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cinnamon Leaf, Cinnamon Bark, Clary Sage, Coriander, Cypress, Elemi, Fir Needle Siberian, Geranium, Grapefruit Pink, Kaffir Lime, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Neroli, Orange Sweet, Patchouli, Rose Otto, Rose Moroc, Sandalwood, Siam Wood (Pemou), Tangerine, Ylang Ylang Complete, Ylang Ylang Extra
Frankincense essential oil is a beautiful oil of ancient repute and very popular in aromatherapy. When used in an oil warmer the aroma of frankincense is reputed to calm the mind and dispel anxiety, and is often used in meditation and meditation blends for increasing enlightenment.
Frankincense is used as incense in India, China and in the Western hemisphere by the Catholic Church. Frankincense is great for toning and refreshing the skin and is a component in many creams and lotions.
There are studies in the
medical research field regarding Frankincense carterii as beneficial towards certain types of cancer, with research continuing to try and isolate the exact property.
Aromatherapy use: Antibacterial, antifungal, anxiety, asthma, anti-aging, bronchitis, dry skin, extreme coughing, headache, muscular tension, scars, stress, stretch marks
General use: Diffuser, meditation and meditation blends, potpourri, massage, perfume, bath and body oil, bath salt, shower gel, treatment oils and creams, soap and candle scent
Contraindications: Not recommended for infants or children.