Frankincense (Boswellia carteri) Essential Oil
Frankincense (Boswellia carteri) Essential Oil
Notes: Also called Olibanum; several chemotypes available
Color: Pale yellow to green
Viscosity: Thick
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled
Plant parts: Resin
Countries: Somalia, Ethiopia, Yemen, Oman
Scent: Spicy, sweet, warm, balsamic
Odor Intensity: Strong
Blending Note: Base, fixative
Fragrance family: Woody
Blends Well with: Citrus oils, patchouli, sandalwood, lavender, pine, basil, vetiver, geranium
Chemical family: Monoterpenes
Summary of Benefits and Cautions
Physical Uses: Asthma, bronchitis, coughs, colds, slows and deepens respiration, sedative, arthritis, dysmenorrhea
Recommended Age: 2 years and older