frankincense essential oil

packaging: comes in an amber bottle fitted with a pipette, so you can easily dispense in drops.

caution: Essential oils are very concentrated, so you should only use a few drops at a time.

Essential oils have been used for centuries for health, hygiene and beauty. A bottle of an essential amazingly versatile thing to have in your home (or in your bag)

Many know of Frankincense as one of the plant-derived treasures, along with myrrh,  given to the newborn Jesus in the New Testament.  Its use in a religious context goes beyond Christianity, however.  According to the Hebrew Bible, frankincense and myrrh were components of the holy incense ritually burned in Jerusalem’s sacred temples during ancient times. The resin incense is also burned and used in a lot of spiritual practices including churches, and as a meditation aid.

properties / uses

1. Frankincense essential oil is used to stimulate hair growth when applied topically to the scalp.

2. Prevents hair loss: The oil acts to inhibit the body’s production of a chemical compound known as alpha 5 – reductase, which occurs in men when testosterone gets blocked in the pores under your scalp.

3. Frankincense also works wonderfully as a natural conditioner when utilized in a hot oil treatment.

4. Anti-aging. Frankincense benefits include the ability to strengthen skin and improve its tone, elasticity, defense mechanisms against bacteria or blemishes, and appearance as someone ages.

5. Frankincense is also commonly used as a balm and can be used to treat sore, dry or chapped lips

6. It promotes the tightening of skin cells which means it can be used to help remove or slow the signs of aging by lifting your skin and removing wrinkles.

7. Treating wounds

8. Reduce and fade scars.

9. Relieve itching and swelling from insect bites.  A single drop applied to the affected area will bring immediate relief.

10. Clear up cystic acne.  Dab one drop on stubborn spots of cystic acne morning and night.

11. Remove moles, skin tags, and warts.

12. Relieve the symptoms of gout.

13. Foster strong immune system.   Massage a few drops into the balls of your feet every day.

In addition, try diffusing it throughout your home and especially in the bedroom at night.  This is especially good during cold and flu season.

14. Stress and anxiety management and mitigate depression, and feelings of helplessness

15. Replacement for painkillers.  Frankincense is a powerful anti-inflammatory and can be used to relieve conditions where pain and inflammation are present.

16. Relieve colds and congestion.  Put up to six drops in a sink or bowl filled with very hot water then bend over the sink with a towel draped over your head to contain the steam. Breathe in the vapors for at least five minutes, adding more hot water as needed.  Be careful not to scald yourself; the water should be hot, not boiling.

27. Relieve arthritis pain and swelling.

18. Remove musty odors.  Place a couple of drops in a small dish of water and the room will take on a much fresher smell.

19. Restless leg syndrome.  Apply 2 drops Frankincense with a carrier oil to the bottom of each foot and massage each night to relieve restless leg syndrome.

20. Oral Health: Useful as a preventative measure against oral health problems such as bad breath, toothaches, cavities, canker sores, and other infections.

21. Promote sleep and prevent insomnia.  Diffuse frankincense at bedtime to help you slow down your breathing and relieve nervous tension and anxiety.  (Or put a couple of drops on your pillow)

22. Boost the healing power of homemade remedies and beauty products and Enhance the efficacy of other essential oils. The best is saved for last.  Layer Frankincense over other essential oil to enhance that oil’s properties and drive the oils deeper into the cells.