Frankincense Boswellia serrata

Frankincense Boswellia Serrata
Botanical name: Boswellia serrata

History: Frankincense is an aromatic resin with a long history of use. It has been used for centuries for many healing benefits, is a world-renowned incense, and is a source of life for nomadic tribes. Frankincense has always been synonymous with spirituality; Like myrrh, it was a prized possession of the ancient world, worth as much as many precious stones and metals. Resin has been an important item of trade for at least 3,000 years.

Plant part: Resin

Extraction method: steam distilled

Origin: India

Description: Frankincense essential oil contains more than 200 individual natural chemicals, giving the fragrance a very complex bouquet. There are significant differences in the proportion of these components depending on the micro-climate where the trees grow, the season in which the resin is collected, and a number of other factors.

Color: Colorless to light yellow.

Consistency: Medium

Note: Base

Aromatic Aroma: This incense has a spicy, balsamic aroma.

Blends well with: basil, bergamot, cedarwood, chamomile, cinnamon, sage, coriander, geranium, ginger, orange oils.

Precautions: frankincense oil is non-toxic and non-irritant and could be used by most people.