Latin Name: Boswellia carteri

Chemistry: alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, limonene, sabinene

Aroma: resinous, citrus, woody

Good for: Relaxation, Anti inflammation, respiratory issues

Energetics: Calming, grounding, comforting

Traditional use: Frankincense resin is traditionally used for a variety of cultural and religious practices, as well as in traditional medicine. It has been used for perfume and personal care products since ancient Egyptian times, and was a prized ingredient in many incense and perfume formulas found on temple walls and papyrus scrolls.

Frankincense CO2 extract is a concentrated form of frankincense essential oil that is made using the supercritical fluid extraction process. In this process, carbon dioxide (CO2) is used as a solvent to extract the essential oils from the resin of the Boswellia tree. The resulting extract is a highly concentrated form of frankincense essential oil that is often used in high-quality aromatherapy and skincare products.

Some general essential oil safety rules:

• Do not consume essential oils internally.

• Do not use essential oils undiluted.

• Seek medical advice or advise from a qualified aromatherapist if you are on prescribed medication or suffer form any long term illness.

• Consult with a qualified aromatherapist before using essential oils with children or the elderly.

REFERENCE

1- Borges, A et al. “Prevention, removal and inactivation of Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus biofilms using selected monoterpenes of essential oils.” Journal of applied microbiology vol. 123,1 (2017): 104-115. doi:10.1111/jam.13490

2- Madeleine Kerkhof-Knapp Hayes (2015) Complementary Nursing in End of Life Care. Wernhout (NL): Kicozo - Knowledge Institute for Complementary Nursing