Frankincense Boswellia carterii

Specifics

Country of Origin: Somalia	Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Chemical Families: Monoterpenes	Plant Part: Resin / Gum
Aromas: Balsamic, Resinous	Cultivation: Plant was Wild Crafted

About

Frankincense has classically been used as incense and to deepen meditation. I often add Frankincense to skin care products for dry, aging skin and to reduce scar tissue. It blends well with Rose and Lavender for skin care blends.

I have found that people who suffer from asthma or ongoing respiratory conditions can benefit from using Frankincense on a regular basis in many forms: in oil or cream on their chest, as an addition to shampoo, inhaled from a tissue or a diffuser, or in a bath or foot soak.

Frankincense is excellent for headaches and tension in the neck muscles. Use for any muscle pain or trauma. The oil has a resinous, rich aroma.

Frankincense can aid in calming the lungs and the emotions, and it’s great for restless leg syndrome.

The African distiller of this essential oil has been in business since 1983 working with rural communities and emerging farmers to establish crops specifically for essential oils. He concentrates primarily on organic essential oils. His company works directly with farmers supplying the distillation units. He is also involved with farmers and distillers in Madagascar, Rwanda, Zambia and other African countries.

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Therapeutic Properties

Analgesic - numbs pain
Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation, cooling
Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections (urinary, pulmonary)
Astringent - contracts and tightens tissue
Carminative/tonic - settles digestion and may assist in preventing gas
Cicatrisant - cell-regenerative for skin, healing for scars
Diuretic - aids in reduction of fluids
Expectorant - removes excess mucus from respiratory system
Immunostimulant - stimulates immune function

Emotional and Energetic Qualities

Supports reflection and introspection
Encourages emotional healing on all levels
Quiets the mind
Supports focused attention and tranquility

Recipe

Facial Mask for Dry, Mature Skin (to add moisture)
1 teaspoon - Plain yogurt
2 teaspoons - Honey
1 vitamin E capsule
1 teaspoon - Oat flour

Mix first 3 ingredients, then add flour to make paste (adjust to texture you like). Add 1 drop Frankincense, 1 drop Geranium, and 1 drop Myrrh and smooth onto face. Leave on 15 min. Wash off with warm water.

Mask recipe by Valerie Cooksley - Aromatherapy A Lifetime Guide To Healing With Essential Oils.

References:

1. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
2. Keville, K. Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art, The Crossing press, USA, 1995
3. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
4. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, Churchill Livingstone, 1995
5. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy, The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
6. Tisserand R. The Art of Aromatherapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1977

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Batch:	FBC-102 GC/MS Report
Distillation Date:	Summer 2006