Pure Frankincense Essential Oil

Description

Frankincense grows as a short shrub, about 3-7 meters (10-23 feet) with an abundance of leaves and blossoms with white or pale pink flowers. It is botanically related to the tree that the essential oil myrrh is taken from.

Details

Botanical Name: Beswellia Serrata

Origin: India

Family: Burseraceae

Plant Part: Resin

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Note: Base

Colour: Pale yellow

Consistency: Thin

Aromatic Scent: Fresh, terpeney top note and a warm, rich, sweet-balsamic undertone.

Aromatic Strength: Strong

Blends Well With: Sandalwood, Pine, Vetiver, Geranium, Lavender, Neroli, Orange, Bergamot, Camphor, Basil, Pepper, Cinnamon and other spices.

Boswellia carterii is a species of tree native to arid regions of the Arabian Peninsula and northeastern Africa, especially Somalia. It is best known for producing a fragrant resin commonly known as frankincense, which has been used for centuries in religious ceremonies, traditional medicine, and perfumery.

Botanical Description:

Scientific Name: Boswellia carterii

Family: Burseraceae (the torchwood or incense tree family)

Growth Habit: Small to medium-sized deciduous tree, often with papery bark and a gnarled trunk.

Leaves: Compound, pinnate leaves with serrated edges.

Flowers: Small, white to pale yellow, with five petals.

Resin: Oleo-gum-resin is extracted by tapping the bark. The resin hardens into amber-colored tears or granules.

Key Features:

Aroma: Warm, sweet, woody, and slightly citrusy.

Resin Uses:

Aromatherapy: Calming, grounding, and meditative effects.

Skincare: Anti-inflammatory, healing, and anti-aging properties.

Traditional Medicine: Used for respiratory issues, inflammation, and joint pain.