Frankincense has been used in religious rituals for over 3,000 years. It has been known to enhance immunological function, beautify skin, and increase spiritual awareness.
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PRODUCT BACKGROUND
Frankincense essential oil is considered a holy oil in the Middle East, where it has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years and was one of the gifts given to Christ at his birth. Frankincense is mentioned in the Ebers Papyrus, an ancient Egyptian scroll from approximately 1500 BCE, that documents its use.
Young Living distills Frankincense oil from the resin of Boswellia carterii trees located in northern Africa, near the Arabian Peninsula. Frankincense is a key ingredient in many products, including Boswellia Wrinkle Cream, Brain Power™, Awaken™, Highest Potential™, and Forgiveness™.
Young Living distills Frankincense oil from the resin of Boswellia carterii trees located in northern Africa, near the Arabian Peninsula. Frankincense is a key ingredient in many products, including Boswellia Wrinkle Cream, Brain Power™, Awaken™, Highest Potential™, and Forgiveness™.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Boswellia carterii
BOTANICAL FAMILY:
Burseraceae
ADDITIONAL NAMES:
Olibanum, Oil from Lebanon. The name is derived from the Medieval French word for “real incense.”
REGION FOUND:
Somalia
PLANT PART USED:
Gum/resin
EXTRACTION METHOD:
Steam distilled
YL REGION:
Most Young Living Frankincense essential oil comes from Somalia.
Frankincense essential oil joined the Young Living family in 1994.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Boswellia carterii† (Frankincense) oil
†100% pure essential oil
Product Snapshot
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Topical
- Promotes the appearance of healthy-looking skin
- May help reduce the appearance of uneven skin tones
Aromatic
- Has a sweet, honey-like, and woody fragrance
- Has a stimulating aroma
AROMATIC PROFILE
From the bottle: Fresh, subtle, woodsy aroma
KEY CONSTITUENTS
- Alpha-pinene
- Limonene
- Sabinene
- Beta-caryophyllene
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Alpha-thujene
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Incensole
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Suggested Uses
APPLICATIONS
Topical
- Add Frankincense to your moisturizer to highlight your natural beauty and promote the appearance of healthy-looking skin and even skin tones.
- Add a few drops to V-6™ Vegetable Oil Complex and use it in a massage after activity.
Aromatic
- Invite elevated spiritual experiences every day by diffusing this oil in your home.
WHERE TO DIFFUSE
- Elevate your sacred space with the grounding, earthy aroma to help sustain your sense of connectedness.
- Cuddle up by the fire with comfortable clothes and a nostalgic, pleasant, woodsy scent for a relaxing evening snowed in.
EXPERIENCE
Frankincense essential oil provides an aroma that is perfect for creating a grounding experience during yoga or meditation. It can also be used topically to promote the appearance of healthy-looking skin.
DIRECTIONS
Topical: Apply 2–4 drops directly to desired area. Dilution not required, except for the most sensitive skin. Use as needed.
Aromatic: Diffuse up to 1 hour 3 times daily.
Aromatic: Diffuse up to 1 hour 3 times daily.
DIFFUSER BLENDS
The East Coast
- 4 drops Cedarwood
- 3 drops Frankincense
- 2 drops Valor®
Snuggle by the Fire
- 3 drops Bergamot
- 3 drops Light the Fire™
- 2 drops Frankincense
- 1 drop Northern Lights Black Spruce
CAUTIONS:
Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use.
FLAMMABLE: Do not use near fire, flame, heat, or sparks. Do not store above room temperature.
FLAMMABLE: Do not use near fire, flame, heat, or sparks. Do not store above room temperature.
