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FRANKINCENSE

 

 

 

 

Frankincense essential oil (Boswellia frereana, Boswellia carterii, and/or Boswellia sacra) is a tree or shrub that produces a gum or resin that can be steam distilled into an essential oil with HUGE health benefits. Although frankincense trees can be grown anywhere, they are most popular in the Middle East and the region of Oman and Somalia is known for producing the best, highest quality oils today. The aroma of frankincense is uniquely warm, deep, rich, and incense-like. The high level of monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes usually get all the attention with the way they promote the body's natural healing processes.

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Primary Benefits

  • Helps build and maintain a healthy immune system

  • Promotes cellular health

  • Reduces the appearance of scars and stretch marks

  • Calming and soothing to the skin

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Emotional Benefits

Because of its emotional and spiritual affect, the high vibrational aroma of frankincense essential oil is commonly used in prayer and meditation, helping a person drop out of their mind and Ego and move into presence with their spirit or God. It helps a person lean into their own spiritual practice with trust by dropping fear and other barriers to a deeper connection of one's own understanding.

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Complimentary Oils

Frankincense essential oil blends well with all essential oils. Depending on your uses for this oil, substitutes may include: Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Lavender, or Vetiver essential oils.

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Precautions of Frankincense Essential Oil

Always test for skin sensitivity prior to widespread use and use on the feet when possible. Excessive use of any oil can lead to skin sensitization. Keep out of eyes, ears, or nose. Not all oils are created equal, so test brands carefully and never use an oil in a way not recommended by its maker.

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Popular Uses of Frankincense Essential Oil

  • Rub Frankincense on your hands after a long day of gardening or working to promote joint health.

  • Can help promote youthful, radiant–looking skin and slow the signs of aging by reducing the appearance of   skin imperfections.

  • Can be applied to the bottoms of feet to relax and balance mood swings.

  • Dry weather can take a toll on your nails. Try applying a drop of Frankincense to strengthen weak fingernails.

  • Clear confusion by diffusing throughout the home, adding a dab to the shirt collar, or massaging behind the ears.

  • Add a drop to steaming water, place a towel over your head, and inhale until the steam stops. Massage into the pads of feet and the toes for mood support.

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