Frankincense essential oil is an essential oil extracted from trees in the Boswellia family, specifically Boswellia sacra, serrata and carteri. Boswellia karterii is a tree native to Tropical Africa and Arabia on calcareous soils. This tree differs from others in that it can grow in dry, desolate conditions with very little soil.
Boswellia karterii frankincense oil is an essential oil extracted from the resin of the boswellia tree by steam distillation. Incense is a woody and spicy aroma with intensity of pine and lemon. Its strong aroma can be described as woody, earthy and spicy with a hint of fruit.
Frankincense oil helps reduce stress reactions and negative emotions. When inhaled, frankincense oil reduces heart rate and high blood pressure. It has the ability to reduce depression and anxiety, but unlike medications, it has no negative side effects and does not cause unwanted drowsiness.
Frankincense oil helps boost immune system function and prevent disease by helping to destroy dangerous bacteria and viruses. Frankincense oil can help fight cancer or deal with the side effects of chemotherapy. Frankincense has anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor effects. Frankincense oil has been shown to help fight certain types of cancer cells.
Frankincense oil is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent with antimicrobial effects. It has the ability to naturally eliminate cold and flu germs from the home and body and can be used in place of chemical household cleaners.
Frankincense oil improves the skin and prevents signs of aging. The benefits of frankincense include its ability to firm the skin and improve its tone, elasticity, defense mechanisms against bacteria or blemishes, and its appearance as it ages. It can help tone and lift skin, reduce the appearance of scars and acne, and heal wounds. It can also be beneficial in fading pregnancy stretch marks, scars or surgical scars and healing dry or cracked skin.
Frankincense oil can be used to improve memory and learning functions. And some animal studies even show that using incense during pregnancy can improve the memory of the mother’s offspring.
Frankincense oil can help balance hormones and increase fertility. Frankincense oil benefits may include reducing symptoms associated with menstruation and menopause by balancing hormone levels, but research on this topic is limited. It has been used to help relieve pain, cramps, constipation, headaches, anxiety, nausea, fatigue, and mood swings. Frankincense oil may also help regulate estrogen production and reduce the risk of developing tumors or cysts in premenopausal women.