Frankincense - Boswellia Carterii

For thousands of years, Frankincense has been used in religious ceremonies, to anoint the sick, and to support physical and mental well-being.  Archeological evidence suggests that, yes, Frankincense essential oil was distilled and used more than 2000 years ago.  Our present-day distillation process of this beautiful oil is much more advanced than that of our distant ancestors, and we now have a greater scientific understanding of the therapeutic properties of Frankincense.

With its base note and sedative property, Frankincense can calm an angry or troubled spirit and relieve anxiety and nervousness.  It encourages peace and meditation.  Imagine having an inhaler with a Frankincense blend that you can use whenever you like to help you reduce the stress of the day.  In my PQ Minder, it helps calm the irritability that accompanies quitting smoking.

Its immunostimulant, antibacterial, and antiviral properties can strengthen your immune system to help your body fight off bronchitis, colds, and flu.  It can be diffused to help clear the air of the germs that cause these illnesses.  These same properties, combined with its skin-healing ability, make Frankincense a great addition to topical  blends for minor wounds, rough skin, damaged skin, and skin infections.

A belly-massage blend with Frankincense can be used for colic, gas, cramping, and PMS. The antispasmodic and analgesic properties responsible for this may also relax muscle spasms and soothe aching muscles.  

One of my favorite ways to use Frankincense is in skin care products.  Soaps, skin serums, lotions, and skin butters with Frankincense contribute to regenerating skin cells and keeping  the skin soft and supple.   

Frankincense is safe to use with ages 2 and older.  (Remember to dilute to 0.5 % for young children.)  The only caution is that, if it oxidizes, it may irritate the skin.

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