Frankincense essential oil 5 ml

NATURAL FRANKINCENSE ESSENTIAL OIL

Frankincense essential oil is produced from trees of the extensive genus Boswellia, family Burserae. In total there are about 30 Boswellia, as sources for aromatic resin, most often, the following varieties (depending on the area of growth):

India - Boswellia serrata 

Somalia - Boswellia frereana

Arabia - Boswellia Sacra

China and East Africa - Boswellia carteri.

The difference in growing conditions and climate creates truly unique olfactory variations in essential oils.

In our assortment we present Indian essential oil of frankincense - Boswellia serrata - characterized by a high content of natural terpenes (in particular, Alpha thujene). This determines its leading characteristics and beneficial effects on the body.

Characteristics of natural frankincense oil

Botanical name: Boswellia serrata 

Aroma: woody-camphoric, sensual-balsamic, warm odor of freshly sawn pine wood with notes of citrus.

Due to the high content of α-thujene, this oil has a “sharp” refreshing aroma. 

Synonyms: Indian frankincense, Indian olibanum, frankincense essential oil, boswellia serrata essential oil, Olibanum serrata, huile essentielle d'encens serrata. ), Ätherisches Weihrauch-Serrata-Öl(German), frankincense serrata essential oil(English), Olibanum serratum essentiale oleum(Latin), Olibanum indicum(Latin), shallaki, boswellia serrata.

Country of origin of raw materials: India

Part of the plant: resin (gum)

Method of obtaining: steam distillation

Essential oils are natural concentrated products that are not recommended to be applied in pure form to the skin or hair. The optimal dosage for essential oils is considered to be no more than 2% or in simple language up to 2 ml per 100 ml of the finished product. Other dosages can be used for therapeutic purposes after consultation with a specialist. Essential oils are well soluble in any oil, emollients, alcohols, solubilizers and are insoluble in water. A sensitivity test is recommended before the first application.

Chemical composition according to chromatogram:

Alpha thujene - 69.75

Alpha Pinene - 16.89

Sabinene - 3.73

Delta 3 carene - 2.77

Paracymene - 1.17

Limonene - 1.18

Psycho-emotional effects

Frankincense essential oil is one of the most frequently used oils in aromatherapy. It equalizes sleep rhythms, has very powerful anti-stress and anti-anxiety properties when inhaled. It leads out of a state of nervous exhaustion, which is used as part of a complex therapy for chronic depression.

In cases of constant exposure to stress - Indian frankincense essential oil acts as an effective therapeutic agent for maintaining a healthy nervous system.

In spiritual practices it is believed that the aroma of frankincense enhances intuition, cleanses at the energetic level and protects the aura from negative influences. Fills with light, sunny energy. 

Restores and increases the general tone of the body, contributing to a stronger resistance to negative influences from the outside.

In combination with citrus oils, it favors mental clarity, concentration and focus on tasks. Moreover, it has been noted that when irritability is high, the synergistic combination of Indian frankincense and lemon essential oil lifts the mood and helps to achieve a balanced state more quickly. 

It is frankincense oil that is used as the primary fumigation oil during worship, rituals and meditations. Relaxing and adjusting to the good mood, frankincense strengthens the spirit, gives a feeling of peace and “closeness to God”.

Cosmetic and therapeutic properties of essential oil

The centuries-old practice of application in traditional Oriental medicine confirms the beneficial properties of frankincense resin for health. 

According to test results, Indian frankincense essential oil has a pronounced analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant effect. 

Alpha-pinene, as a source of antioxidants, gives Boswellia serrata essential oil a pronounced activity in chronic inflammatory processes by regulating the production of immune cytokines.

In addition to antibacterial properties, increases immunity, works well in combination with other essential oils in respiratory diseases and nasal congestion. It is used as a powerful expectorant in bronchial diseases.

Antimicrobial activity is shown against various fungi, as well as Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial strains (Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa). Frankincense oil is effective for the complex treatment of professional fungal diseases (“athlete's foot”), onychomycosis of various etiologies (especially caused by Pseudomonas synechiae), and subsequent onycholysis.

Benefits of frankincense in cosmetics

• rejuvenates, increases the level of collagen production, promotes regeneration of healthy cells, as a result - lifting effect
• is used to relieve inflammation on the skin and as an astringent agent
• soothes irritations
• refreshes and evens overall skin tone
• fights against stretch marks and smoothes existing ones
• revitalizes dry and cracked skin
• used as an environmentally friendly antibacterial additive in antiseptic preparations, especially for cuts and scrapes
• as part of toothpastes and rinses, frankincense heals mouth ulcers.
• for fungal lesions and poor growth of the nail plate.

Frankincense essential oil is combined with: cedar, lavender, myrrh, rose,andal ,citrus (especially lemonand bergamot).

Precautions and contraindications

• Phototoxicity: not phototoxic
• Pregnancy: do not use
• Frankincense overdose may cause nausea
• Individual intolerance

Other uses:

• As a fixative and perfume in the manufacture of soaps, deodorants and perfumes, especially men's, and oriental and spicy perfumes
• as a repellent and active antimalarial agent
• incense
• sometimes serves as a flavoring agent for food and beverages
• air freshener and disinfectant

All information provided on the site is for reference and should not be taken as a treatment guide or a call to action. In case of any health problems or illnesses, it is necessary to consult a doctor and take aromatherapy as an additional help to the body. Consultation with an aromatherapist is mandatory.

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