Frankincense (Pure) 50ml

Frankincense Essential Oil has the Latin name Boswellia Carterii and is extracted through steam distillation from the resin of the Boswellia carterii tree, mainly found in Oman. Also known as Olibanum, this essential oil offers several health benefits, including its calming properties and ability to heal wounds and prevent scars.

Frankincense Essential Oil is the most popular oil in aromatherapy due to its calming properties. It helps heal wounds and prevent scars, tones the face, removes wrinkles, and avoids stretch marks in cosmetic products. It has been used to ease anxiety, stress, asthma, bronchitis, laryngitis, and bad coughs. Frankincense Essential Oil is a general tonic to the uterus, has a calming effect during labour, and helps ease heavy menstruation. It is most useful during meditation but should be avoided during pregnancy.

The word 'frankincense' is derived from the French 'franc' meaning luxuriant and was the first gum to be used as incense, along with myrrh. The tree is indigenous to the Middle East and is said to symbolize divinity. 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, commonly seen in Egyptian art. The earliest record of frankincense use was found in a tomb inscription of the 15th century BC Egyptian queen Hatshepsut, where it was used to fumigate the sick and banish evil spirits.

In summary, Frankincense Essential Oil is a beneficial essential oil that offers calming properties and the ability to heal wounds and prevent scars. Its ability to ease anxiety, stress, asthma, bronchitis, laryngitis, bad coughs, and menstrual issues makes it an excellent addition to any essential oil collection. However, it is always essential to consult an expert before administering it, especially for children, babies, or pregnant women.