BEST FOR DRY & MATURE SKIN – scars, wrinkles

INGREDIENT FEATURES

analgesic

antibacterial

anti-infectious

antioxidant

antiseptic

anti-wrinkle

vulnerary

cell-regenerator (cytophylactic)

anti-inflammatory

astringent

USER BENEFITS

protecting

cleansing

anti-aging

healing

rejuvenating

• eases discomfort

• decreases unpleasant sensory experiences

• neutralizes microbes

• helps heal burns and wounds

• encourages cell regeneration

• reduces scarring

• minimizes stretch marks

• firms and contracts exposed tissue

• prevents moisture loss

• tones and restores venous circulation

• promotes the healing of tissues

• reduces redness

diminishes swelling

• assists in wound healing

• nourishes dry and prematurely aging skin

help reduce scar tissue

USES

dry, aging skin

mature skin

acne

skin infections:

bacterial

fungal

hard-to-heal wounds

scars

distended varicose veing

inflammation

scars

skin growths

dry skin

blemished skin

sensitive skin

wounds

wrinkles

fragrance

active

The essence of frankincense is distilled from the resinous "tears" that the tree produces in order to cicatrize the small wounds on its trunk and branches made to ripen the precious substance. Probably for this reason frankincense has an incredible cicatrisation power on wounds and lesions of various kinds on human skin. It is also referred to as olibanum, which is derived from the Arabic al-luban (“the milk”), a reference to the milky sap tapped from the tree. Frankincense has been used in cosmetics since antiquity for wrinkles and skin infections. The active constituents of frankincense include: terpenes, mucilage and boswellic acids (named after the plant). Its properties for skin include: anti-aging, antiseptic, anti-wrinkle, rejuvenating, revitalizing, stimulating, vulnerary and warming. It is also good for stretch marks. Olibanum is described as a rich, oriental base note, with citrus, spice and incense undertones. Diffused in the air, frankincense possesses extraordinary antiseptic properties and is purifying as much for the spaces in which we occupy as for our minds. Additional properties for mind include: calming, energizing, fortifying, grounding, relaxing and stimulating. It helps to ease anxiety, depression, disappointment, fatigue, fear, grief, impatience, insecurity, loneliness, nervousness, panic attacks, stress and tension.

frankincense: increases spiritual awareness, uplifts spirits, stimulates limbic, system, hypothalamus, pineal and pituitary glands, immune stimulating, antitumoral

ABOUT THE PLANT

The Frankincense tree, or Olibanum (meaning Oil of Lebanon), upon first glance, may seem rather unremarkable. It appears as a giant shrub, with many knurled branches topped with abundant slender leaves and occasionally, small white flowers. A native to northern Africa, it looks like it belongs in the desert, growing in some of the world's harshest conditions. But it is not the tree itself, but rather its sap that has such profound lore surrounding it. When the tree's bark is pierced with a knife (known traditionally as a 'Mingaf'), a milky-white oleoresin is exuded, though the tree is not harmed (Myrrh is also harvested in this way). The resin forms droplets known as 'tears' or 'pearls', which harden into the orange-brown gum known itself as Frankincense. The English name of this natural incense is derived from the medieval French 'franc', meaning 'pure' or 'free', and from the Latin 'incensium', meaning 'to smoke'.

This small tree grows on rocky hillsides in Yemen and Oman, although the finest quality still comes from North Africa, with some produced in Somalia.

These trees in the Dhofar region of Oman are revered as a gift from God. This particular species, also called Sacred Frankincense, is regarded as having a superior phytochemical profile, as well as therapeutic value, when compared to other steam or hydro-distilled Frankincense oils. This makes the inherent Boswellia sacra fragrance and strength one of a kind. Sacred Frankincense contains a higher aromatic terpene, sesquiterpene and diterpene content. Its exquisite aroma is noticeable to its counterparts, and how the species grows has a lot to do with it. B. sacra trees are considered unusual for their ability to tolerate environments completely unforgiving; they can literally sprout out of chalky soil from near solid rock. You find them in high altitudes of 4,000 ft. on rocky slopes and ravines. The tears tapped from these enduring, shrubby trees are considered superior due to their more fragrant aroma. Initial scientific collections of Boswellia sacra, done in 1846, concluded that the best of all Frankincense trees are the B.Sacra species found in Oman. The detailed accounts, however, didn’t come until the 1930’s.

Small trees originating in the mountainous areas of western India, southern Arabia and northeastern Africa. The trees are not cultivated and collection of the olibanum is made where the trees are most abundant. To increase the production of olibanum from the bark, the natives (mostly Bedouins) make incsisions in the bark at regular intervals. The viscous oleo-gum-resin which oozes out will soon resinify,m and is either broken off the branches or collected from the ground where is sometimes may fall.

ABOUT THE OIL

Olibanum is a natural oleo-gum-resin. It is formed as a physiological liquid product in the bark of various Boswellia species. Olibanum appears as pale yellow or pale amber-colored, tear-shaped or drop-shaped, egg-shaped or almost round lumps, varying freom pea-sized to walnut-size.

The essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the crude olibanum.

a mobile liquid, pale yellow or pale amber-greenish in color

This is a very rare and special Frankincense uniquely distilled from the desert trees of Oman. This species is notoriously tough to acquire, so we’re elated that we're able to offer it. It is certainly what we've found to be the most exquisite distillation available! The aroma of this Sacred Frankincense is sweet, vibrant, rich and deep, and energetically has a higher vibration than the Carteri or Serrata.

All Frankincense essential oils are derived from the resin lovingly referred to as "Liquid pearls from the tree of life.” These oleo gum resins function as the protective and defensive support for the tree, and in its essential oil form, passes onto us these same precious properties. This Frankincense carteri is CO2 distilled, considered by many leading therapists to produce the most therapeutic Frankincense. We find the aroma amazing as well.

Distilled from oleo gum resin that hardens into “tears”.

The 'CO2' supercritical distillation means the resin was never boiled at high temperatures to extract the oil – it was immersed in liquid carbon dioxide which then simply evaporates when the process is complete. Most importantly, the CO2 process results in a more chemically-complex oil. Many of the larger molecular constituents present in the resin, regarded for their potential therapeutic properties, are found in the CO2-distilled oils, yet not in the steam distilled.

Why is this process important? Some folks prefer the aroma of steam distilled Frankincense (really, a personal preference), while the CO2 extracted oil is considered to have the most therapeutic value (specifically, because CO2 extracted oil naturally contains heavier-weight molecules not found in steam distilled oil). So in this Frankincense essential oil, you get the best of both worlds: the bright, sweet notes of a steam distillation, and the heavier molecular weight compounds found in a CO2 extract.

The resin of Boswellia carterii, along with its relative Boswellia serrata, contains high levels of the soothing compounds boswellic acid. These compounds have been found to enhance overall comfort and ease in our bodies and joints, as well as for the health and beauty of our skin.

Research supports the therapeutic use of every one of the Frankincense varieties. It's really a matter of personal preference to find the aroma you most enjoy!

a pale yellow or greenish mobile liquid

OF INTEREST

Resins and their oils have always been associated with fumigation and purification. This explains why Frankincense essential oil was first used as incense in India, China and the Catholic churches of Europe and North America. The spirit of the sacred and of meditation have surrounded Frankincense for ages, allowing the spirit, as it's smoke does, to rise to the heavens. Frankincense can properly be said to belong to the family of sacred scents.

B. papyrifera, the original olibanun is the historical species from Punt.

Included in the incense used by Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox churches.

In ancient Egypt, the famous kyphi, derived from frankincense, was used in perfume, incense, and beverages. Ancient Egyptian women would char frankincense resin (called kohl) and use it to blacken their eyelids and outline their eyes.

The ancient cultures of Egypt, Persia, Israel, Rome and Greece often prescribed Frankincense oil as medicine.

Resins and their oils have always been associated with fumigation and purification. This explains why Frankincense essential oil was first used as incense in India, China and the Catholic churches of Europe and North America. The spirit of the sacred and of meditation have surrounded Frankincense for ages, allowing the spirit, as it's smoke does, to rise to the heavens. Frankincense can properly be said to belong to the family of sacred scents.

In ancient Egypt, the famous kyphi, derived from frankincense, was used in perfume, incense, and beverages. Ancient Egyptian women would char frankincense resin (called kohl) and use it to blacken their eyelids and outline their eyes.

The ancient cultures of Egypt, Persia, Israel, Rome and Greece often prescribed Frankincense oil as medicine.

This particular Frankincense essential oil is truly a royal luxury, for His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said, the ruler of Oman, purchases the vast majority of this ultra high-end Boswellia Sacra frankincense.

“And the Lord said unto Moses, Take unto thee sweet spices, stacte, and onycha, and galbanum; these sweet spices with pure frankincense: of each there shall be a like weight: And thou shalt make it a perfume, a confection after the art of the apothecary, tempered together, pure and holy.” Exodus 30:34-35

Also referred to as Olibanum.

Traditional Use

Frankincense has a long history as incense. It was burned by the Egyptians and is used in many religious ceremonies. Traditionally it has also been used for skin ailments.

Properties

Analgesic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, astringent, carminative, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, sedative, tonic, vulnerary

Blends Well With

Bergamot, black pepper, camphor, cinnamon, cypress, geranium, grapefruit, lavender, lemon, mandarin, neroli, orange, palmarosa, patchouli, pine, rose, sandalwood, vetiver, ylang ylang

Of Interest

Frankincense has many other names that it is known as. Most commonly you will see it as frankincense, olibanum, or boswellia.

FREREANA

α-Pinene

Sabinene

α-Thujene

(+)-Limonene

Viridiflorol

ρ-Cymene

β-Pinene

Verbenone

β-Myrcene

α-Phellandrene

Bornyl acetate

Carvone

δ-3-Carene

Linalool

1,8-Cineole

γ-Terpinene

Camphene

Thujol

α—Pinocarveol

Campholenic aldehyde

Octyl acetate

α-Terpinene

β-Elemene

β-Caryophyllene

α-Thujone

(Ζ)-β-Ocimene

β-Phellandrene

β-Selinene

PAPYRIFERA

Octyl acetate

1-Octanol

Terpinen-4-ol

(+)-Limonene

α-Pinene

Incensyl acetate

Cadinol

Incensol

Thymol

Linalool

Cembrene A

Isocembrene

1,8-Cineole

(Ε)-β-Ocimene

α-Thujene

Bornyl acetate

Camphene

SACRA

α-Pinene

α-Phellandrene

(+)-Limonene

β-Myrcene

β-Pinene

β-Caryophyllene

ρ-Cymene

Terpinen-4-ol

Verbenone

Sabinene

Linalool

α-Thujene

Bornyl acetate

δ-3-Carene

δ-Cadinene

Camphene

α-Caryophyllene

Campholenic aldehyde

Octyl acetate

Caryophyllene oxide

α-Copaene

Calamenene

Thujol

1,8-Cineole

(Ε)-Cinnamyl acetate

SERRATA

α-Thujene

α-Pinene

Tetrahydro-linalool

δ-3-Carene

epi-Cubenol

(+)-Limonene

α-Terpineol

Benzyl tiglate

10-epi- γ-Eudesmol

Terpinyl isobutyrate

Eudesmol

Methyl isoeugenol

ρ-Cymene

α-Terpinene

Geraniol

Nerolidol

β-Phellandrene

Sabinene

Estragole

NEGLECTA

α-Thujene

α-Pinene

Terpinen-4-ol

ρ-Cymene

δ-3-Carene

Sabinene

(Ε)-Verbenol

(+)-Limonene

β-Thujone

α-Terpineol

ρ-Cymen-8-ol

(Ζ)-Sabinol

β-Pinene

Verbenone

RIVAE

(+)-Limonene

δ-3-Carene

α-Pinene

ρ-Cymene

(Ε)-Verbenol

γ-Terpinene

Terpinen-4-ol

α-Terpineol

α-Thujene

(Ε)-Pinocarveol

α-Terpinene

ρ-Cymen-8-ol

Thymol

(Ε)-Carveol

α-Phellandrene

α-Phellandren-8-ol

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KEY WORD: FAITHMain Element: EARTH (& METAL)

The Boswellia carteri from Somalia, the most widely researched for its medicinal actions of the Frankincense varieties, has an uplifting woody and citrusy aroma sought out in perfumery for its gorgeously deep and resinous notes.

INGREDIENT PROPERTIES

antidepressant

antiseptic

balsamic

calming

fortifying

grounding

digestive

immune tonic

sedative

tonic

USES

great for restless leg syndrome

anger

apathy

confusion

depression

impatience

insomnia

melancholy

stress

overwork

infections

anxiety

nervous tension

stress

USER BENEFITS

• stimulates the immune system

• neutralizes microbes

alleviates:

anxiety

nervous tension

stress

Respiratory System

• encourages deeper breathing patterns (slows down the rate of breathing and increases the amplitude)

• revitalizes the energy associated full inhalation and exhalation cycles

relaxes muscles

• eases discomfort

• decreases unpleasant sensory experiences

soothes sore muscles

• assists in cleansing and detoxifying the body

• settles digestion

• uplifting

• improves mood

• calms the nervous system

• lessens anxiety

• reduces stress

• promotes sleep

• calms the nervous system

• relieves stress

• creates feelings of euphoria

• assists in cleansing and detoxifying the body

slows and deepens breathing

• settles digestion

Energetics

cool

dry

Frankincense helps to smooth the free flow of Qi energy. Use whenever there is an accumulation of stress that has led to irritability, restlessness and insomnia.

CHAKRA: CROWN

Subtle Aromatherapy

The spirit of the sacred and of meditation has surrounded Frankincense essential oil for ages; its special mindset is "vertical", like smoke rise to the heavens. Resins and their oils have always been associated with fumigation and purification. Frankincense oil has the power to uplift human awareness to that "other" level by freeing the nerves from excessive tension, allowing us to focus on the underlying transcendental unity of our inner Self.

adapts to a person’s spiritual state of being

holds the wisdom of the ages

encounters and helps remove malevolent energies attached to a person

elevating

spiritual

meditative

induces feelings of:

emotional stability

enlightenment

protection

introspection

courage

resolution

fortitude

acceptance

inspiration

enhances:

spirituality

mental perception

meditation

prayer

consciousness

fortifies

soothes the spirit as it slows and deepens breathing

releases:

past links

subconscious stress

Frankincense helps to cease mental chatter and still the mind. As such, it is a great meditation aid. It is also useful for cutting ties to the past, especially where these may block personal growth.

MIDDLE-BASE NOTE

used in fine perfumery

fixative

modiefies the sweetness of citrus blends in an intruquing way

delightful effects in citrus cologne

“fresh” perfumes

is the base for all “incense” or “olibanum” type perfumes

important ingredient in many:

Oriental bases

ambres

“powder” type perfumes

floral perfumes

citrus colognes

spice bla

ends

violet perfumes

“men’s fragrances”

AROMA NOTES

This Frankincense carteri oil has a fresh lemon-like top note with a gentle green, herbaceous middle note and deep, warm, rich balsamic undertones.

The aroma of the B.Sacra essential oil is distinctive. We find it the sweetest of our Frankincense essential oils, yet noticeably potent in it’s terpene content. It offers a bright woody scent with a sweet citrus top note and warm, resinous, balsamic undertones.

warm

resinous

balsamic

rich

incense-like

camphoraceous

slightly citrus

strongly diffusive

fresh-terpeney topnote

subtle green-lemon note

or reminiscent of green, unripe apple peel

a certain pepperiness is mellowed with a rich, sweet-woody, balsamic undertone

more or less tenacious

with an almost cistus-like, ambre-type, balsamic dryout note

Well-made Frankincense has a lovely aroma, blending well with many other essential oils. It goes particularly well with many other 'wood' oils such as Cedar, Fir, Spruce and Sandalwoods, adds a lovely note to florals such as Lavender, Neroli, Rose and Ylang Ylang, blends deliciously with citrus oils such as Orange and Lemon, and, of course, goes well with Myrrh.

Well-made Frankincense has a lovely aroma, blending well with many other essential oils. It goes particularly well with many other 'wood' oils such as Cedar, Fir, Spruce and Sandalwoods, adds a lovely note to florals such as Lavender, Neroli, Rose and Ylang Ylang, blends deliciously with citrus oils such as Orange and Lemon, and, of course, goes well with Myrrh.

Blends well with: Sandalwood, Pine, Vetiver, Geranium, Lavender, Mimosa, Neroli, Orange, Bergamot, Basil, Black Pepper, Cinnamon and other spices

Cypress, Orange, Mandarin, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Pine, Geranium, Lavender, Neroli, Bergamot, Rose Absolute, Rose Otto, Clary Sage, Coriander, Grapefruit, Lemon, Patchouli, Palmarosa, Ylang Ylang

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