Frankincense (Olibanum)

Origin: Somalia

Sizes: 5mL, 15mL, 120mL

Botanical Family: Burseraceae

Latin Name: Boswellia carterii

Description: The aroma of frankincense is exotic and complex. It smells musky and fruity, a little spicy with herbal and earthy undertones. The resin of this variety of Frankincense is a warm golden color and the aromatic profile carries this warmth and honeyed vibration to the senses. Frankincense essential oil can be helpful in boosting the physical and energetic immune system, for centering an overwhelmed mind and for strengthening the Central Nervous System. It’s therapeutic properties include anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, anti-anxiety, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, anti-cancer (especially when combined with Galbanum & Myrrh), anti-arthritic, anti-rheumatic, analgesic, decongestant, respiratory aide, and it is healing to the skin (wounds/scars/inflammation). Frankincense has been used historically in religious and spiritual traditions the world over for the purposes of spiritual liberation, meditative practices and to purify or heighten one’s connection to God/Eternal Cosmic Consciousness/Oneness. It is known for its ability to protect and has been used during times of passage when one might feel vulnerable.