Guide to essential oils

Essential oil of Organic Black frankincense

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Harmonising and energising, Organic Black frankincense essential oil from Kenya is traditionally used to accompany meditation and promote spiritual elevation. Also known as Frankincense neglecta or Olibanum neglecta, this relaxing and soothing essential oil is reputed to promote serenity and hope, and help restore inner peace. Calming, Black frankincense essential oil is also used to relieve irritated and congested respiratory tracts.

How to use

  • Apply to the skin and massage

    Apply to the skin and massage

    Suitable

  • Cosmetic active ingredient

    Cosmetic active ingredient

    Suitable

  • Diffusion

    Diffusion

    Suitable

  • Food grade

    Food grade

    Not recommended

  • Aromatherapy bath

    Aromatherapy bath

    Appropriate

Features

Properties

Precautions

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Features

Production process

Complete steam distillation

Part of the plant used

Resin

Botanical name

Boswellia neglecta

Warning

The properties, information and methods of use below are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informative purposes only and in no way constitutes medical guidance. Under no circumstances can this information be used as a substitute for a medical diagnosis, consultation or follow-up, nor can it incur our liability. We recommend that you consult the guide to essential oils before using them, so that you are aware of any precautions that need to be taken. If in doubt, consult a doctor before using essential oils.

Bibliographic references

Effects of essential oils on central nervous system: Focus on mental health Lorena R. Lizarraga-Valderrama ; 2020

Biocide Value Characterization of Essential Oil from Boswellia neglecta S. against Pathogenic Termite, Cockroach, Ticks, Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus Getachew M. Fanta *, Asnake G. Ede, Aman Dekebo ; 2013

Phytochemistry and potential therapeutic actions of Boswellic acids: A mini-review ; 2017

TRITERPENES FROM THE RESIN OF BOSWELLIA NEGLECTA Aman Dekebo1 , Ermias Dagne , Odd R. Gautun and Arne J. Aasen ; 2002

α-Pinene: A never-ending story Martina Allenspach, Christian Steuer : 2021

Properties

Black frankincense essential oil is traditionally used for:

Health

Wellness

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Properties

Black frankincense essential oil is renowned for the following health benefits:

  • Broad-spectrum antimicrobial

  • Contains compounds with anti-inflammatory properties (alpha-pinene)

  • Soothing, helps relieve irritated or congested respiratory tracts

Uses

Congested, irritated respiratory tract

In practice

Respiratory health: atmospheric diffusion

Respiratory comfort: Mix in your oil blend. Massage or rub your blend into the chest and upper back.

Precautions

  • Do not use in pregnant or breastfeeding women, in children under 6 years old, or in people with renal insufficiency.

  • Presence of hormone-like molecules; avoid use without medical advice in case of hormone-dependent conditions. Keep out of reach of children.

  • Avoid contact with eyes. Some natural compounds contained in this essential oil may present a risk of allergy for certain sensitive individuals when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic preparation.

  • Old or oxidised essential oils should be avoided.

  • Always use diluted

  • Store protected from light and air.

  • As a general rule, always perform an application test of your preparation in the crease of the elbow at least 48 hours before use.

  • For use as a cosmetic ingredient, please refer to the specific precautions.

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The Boswellia genus, part of the Burseraceae family, includes around thirty species, most of which originate in the arid regions of Africa, but are also found in the Middle East and Asia. They are distinguished from each other by their composition, which varies according to geographical origin, climate and growing conditions.

The resin present in the bark of trees is an element of great interest, taken by incision in the bark in the majority of cases. When injured, the plant secretes this resin as protection.

For this essential oil, we have chosen to work with a supplier who harvests the frankincense resin from the surface of the trunk in a way that is totally respectful of the tree, the resin being produced naturally by the chewing of beetles.

Frankincense is highly prized in energetic aromatherapy and in meditation, to encourage concentration and spiritual elevation.

Subspecies of this genus are also commonly known as 'Olibanum' or 'Frankincense', a term derived from the French word 'franc', referring to its purity and superior quality, and from the Latin word 'incensum', meaning incense.

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Equivalents

Essential Oils

1 ml = approximately 35 drops (with our Aroma-Zone dropper caps)

Carrier Oils

1 pump (Aroma-Zone aluminium pump) = approx. 0.15 ml

Mass / Volume conversion (for a liquid)

Mass (g) = Density x Volume (ml) at 20°C

Further information

1 full teaspoon = between 3 and 4.5 ml

1 full tablespoon = between 7.5 and 10 ml


However, these spoon ratios depend on a number of factors (e.g. viscosity of the liquid, temperature, depth and size of the spoon, rheological behaviour of the liquid), and we strongly advise you to use precise measuring equipment, such as graduated test tubes, graduated pipettes, and precision scales.