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The information provided about the use of our oils comes from traditional knowledge and also from the increasing body of research based evidence now available or as results of commissioned research conducted on oils from our supplier plantations. The information in the 'Uses' section is about how generations of people the world over have used these oils, and is given as general interest and is not in any way to be taken as advice; medical, therapeutic or otherwise.
Our oils have not been listed by the Aust TGA or the US FDA, although in some cases the same oils from our supplier plantations, such as Tee Tree, Eucalyptus, Fragonia and Kunzia have been listed. We make no claim of any therapeutic nature about our oils.
Our oils are 100% pure and of the highest quality, they are highly concentrated, meaning, they are strong and may cause skin irritation if directly applied. It may be advisable to dilute for use; test and see.
We do advise that you seek the advice of a suitable qualified practitioner, usually an Aroma therapist or Naturopath about the appropriate use of essential oils. Finally, we wish you many hours of soothing enjoyment from our beautiful oils - 'from nature to you.'
Frankincense Oil - Boswellia carterii (Somalia)- Certified Organic Frankincense Oil - Boswellia carterii (Somalia)- Certified Organic
HEALING ESSENCES
Code: HE44
Pack: 15ml

In Ayurvedic medicine Indian frankincense resin (Boswellia serrata), commonly referred to as dhoop,has been used for hundreds of years for treating arthritis, healing wounds, strengthening the female hormone system, and purifying the atmosphere from undesirable germs. In Indian culture, it is suggested that burning frankincense everyday in the house brings good health. Our Frankincense is caterii from Somaliland is certified organic. Some say the carterii variety is more desirable, being cleaner and fresher and having a smoother aroma.

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Uses:
Frankinsence essential oil uses
Frankincense is one of the oils that can really calm and soothe the whole body and mind. It clears the lungs and acts as a skin tonic.

Burners and vaporizers
In vapor therapy, frankincense can be used for coughs and voice loss, as well as to calm the mind, reduce anxiety and cultivating internal peace and placing past obsessive states into perspective.
Blended massage oil or in the bath
Frankincense oil can be used in a blended massage oil or diluted in the bath for chilliness, exhaustion, nightmares, mucus congestion. It also has a good astringent effect on the skin and perks up older more mature skin.
Creams and lotions
Frankincense oil can be added to a base cream or lotion to help with general skin tone and condition while reducing oily skin, rejuvenating more mature skin.
For cracked skin and bed sores, apply gently (suitably diluted) directly on to affected areas or use as a compress.

Frankincense is also used in perfumery and aromatherapy. Frankincense essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the dry resin. Some of the smell of the frankincense smoke is due to the products of pyrolysis.
Burning frankincense repels mosquitos and thus helps protect people and animals from mosquito-borne illnesses.

Directions:
Use in an oil burner.

Oil Characteristics:
The essential oil of frankincense is produced by steam distillation of the tree resin. The oils chemical components are 75% monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, monoterpenoles, sesquiterpenols, and ketones. It has a good balsamic and sweet fragrance. Olibanum (Frankincense) is characterized by a balsamic-spicy, slightly lemon, and typical fragrance of incense, with a slightly conifer-like undertone. 

Chemical Characteristics:
These are some of the chemical compounds present in frankincense: acid resin (56 per cent), soluble in alcohol and having the formula C20H32O4 gum (similar to gum arabic) 30–36% 3-acetyl-beta-boswellic acid (Boswellia sacra) alpha-boswellic acid (Boswellia sacra) 4-O-methyl-glucuronic acid (Boswellia sacra) incensole acetate phellandrene

Chemical Profile:
These are some of the chemical compounds present in frankincense: acid resin (56 per cent), soluble in alcohol and having the formula C20H32O4 gum (similar to gum arabic) 30–36% 3-acetyl-beta-boswellic acid (Boswellia sacra) alpha-boswellic acid (Boswellia sacra) 4-O-methyl-glucuronic acid (Boswellia sacra) incensole acetate phellandrene

Warnings:
Not to be taken. Keep out of reach of Children

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