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Frankincense Serrata Essential Oil

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Frankincense Steam Distilled - Boswellia serrata - India

Family: Burseraceae

Origin: India

Extraction: Steam Distilled - Resin

Volatility: Middle note

Colour: Clear

Aroma: Woody, herbaceous, slightly camphoraceous

Noted Constituents

Monoterpenes (60-80%) : a-pinene (26-48%), limonene (8-14%), myrcene (8-12%), sabinene (3-8%), phellandrene, camphene

Sesquiterpenes (5-10%) – b-caryophellene (4-8%)

Alcohols (2-5%) – borneol, transpinocarveol, farnesol

Cautions / Safety Data

Do not ingest. Do not use on the skin full strength. Always dilute in appropriate carriers before use. Not for internal use. If pregnant or suffering from serious medical conditions, consult a qualified health professional, experienced in the use of essential oils.

Useful Information

True name is Olibanum, but received Frankincense name from “real incense” term. Considered one of the most anointing oils next to Rose. The astringent property may help balance oily skin. Frankincense is considered to provide a state of calm and relaxation. For this reason it is used quite often in prayer and meditation.

Disclaimer

Essential oils are not meant to be a replacement for traditional medical treatment of diseases and conditions. When in doubt, please consult a physician.

Image credit: Photo of Boswellia Serrata tree by Dinesh Valke. Licensed under CC Attribution Share-Alike 2.0. This image has been remixed/edited.

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