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Frankincense essential oil
Boswellia carterii
Essential oil of frankincense is produced by steam distillation of thick, dried tree resin. It has deep, wood aroma with balsamic undertone and it is ideal meditation oil, as well as an excellent cosmetic component – it regenerates skin and works great on fine lines.
It blends well with essential oils of , cypress, tangerine and neroli.
Origin: Somalia
FRANKINCENSE
Botanical name | Boswellia carterii |
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Origin | see certificate below |
Extraction method | steam distillation of tree resin |
Odour | smokey, sweet |
Odour intensity | distinct |
Note | middle to high |
Maximum concentration RIFM | 3 % (1 to max. 6 drops in 10 ml) |