Frankincense, also known as Olibanum, has been used for thousands of years, dating back to the bible times, where, along with gold, it was considered a valuable commodity, and was brought as gifts for the baby Jesus to honor him as King, and symbolizing his divinity.
Now you too can reveal your inner queen or king with divine skin.
Skin Care
The citrussy, woody scent of frankincense oil makes it a great addition to your bedtime skin care routine because it also promotes sleep, and better sleep means better general health, and in return, glowing skin. Frankincense can also be used in the form of soap, perfumes and lotions.
Anti-aging
Frankincense oil presents a more natural approach to an anti-aging skin care routine for mature skin, without the unnecessary ingredients that could do more harm than good. Frankincense oil can make your skin appear younger by reducing fine lines and wrinkles, revealing firmer, smoother, and more even toned skin.
Skin Lightener
Unfortunately, we can’t turn back time and erase pigmentation and age spots caused by sun damage entirely with frankincense oil, but it does act as a lightening agent.
Nature’s Botox Recipe (Tried & Tested):
6 Tbsp Castor Oil (Carrier oil)
6 Tbsp Jojoba Oil (Carrier oil)
½ Tsp Frankincense
½ Tsp Rosehip Oil
Mix in an amber glass bottle to preserve and protect the oil’s properties.
More information on this Anti-ageing Essential Oil Recipe in our Health & Wellness Library.
Other Skin Care Recipes that include Frankincense oil:
- DIY Under Eye Serum Recipe
- Eczema & Psoriasis Essential Oil Recipe
- Essential & Carrier Oil Dilution Chart
Health & Medicine
Incensole and boswellic acid acetate are anti-inflammatory and anti-depressant compounds in Frankincense that help with nerve pain relief and the reduction of anxiety.
Inhalation of the frankincense scent is used for meditation to clear your mind and promote deep relaxation.
Carrier & Essential Oils
Recommended oils that enhance the moisturizing and anti-inflammatory benefits of frankincense oil are:
Carrier Oils: jojoba, argan, grapeseed, rosehip, coconut oil and sweet almond oil.
Essential Oils: Tea tree oil, Rosemary oil, and Lavender oil.
How to Use
On Your Face
1 drop of frankincense oil per teaspoon (5 ml) of carrier oil.
On Your Body
2 drops of frankincense oil per teaspoon (5 ml) of carrier oil.
In Your Bath
Dilute with a carrier oil and mix into running bath water. Soak for 20-30min.
For Meditation & Relaxation
Burn 3-6 drops of frankincense oil in an electric diffuser, oil burner, or burn incense.
Safety Precautions
Do not use frankincense oil if you are pregnant or have skin allergies. If you do wish to try essential oils, always dilute them with a carrier oil and do a patch test.
Package/Quantity Description: 5ml | 15ml oil.
Allergens: Limonene
Oil Origin: Kenya
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