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Frankincense oil

Frankincense is a holy oil and one of the most prized and precious essential oils due to its extensive health benefits. It was used anciently in everything from perfumes to lotions for soothing the skin, including during sacrificial ceremonious to help improve communication with the creator. Frankincense comes from the Boswellia species of tree and is native to Ethiopia, Somalia, India, and the Arabic Peninsula and has been used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese health practices for many years.

Why is it so amazing?

  • This essential oil has soothing properties. It induces feelings of peace, satisfaction, and overall wellness when diffused into the air.
  • Frankincense helps to support the overall health of the digestive system and the GI tract.
  • It may help to support healthy lung and respiratory function, especially when combined with citrus oils.
  • It helps to keep the gums, the teeth, and the mouth looking clean and healthy. This essential oil helps to support the health of the cardiovascular system.
  • Frankincense is calming, soothing, and relaxing to the nervous system and supports healthy nervous system function.
  • It may have cleansing properties and can help to protect against environmental threats.
  • Frankincense promotes healthy joint function.
  • Frankincense can provide soothing support throughout the entire body.
  • It helps to support healthy liver function
  • It supports a healthy musculoskeletal system.
  • Frankincense may help to support healthy bladder and urinary tract function.

How to use it

  • Diffuse Frankincense during your morning yoga practice to focus your intention for the day.
  • Take one to two drops of this essential oil in a doTERRA Veggie Capsule to support healthy cellular and immune function.
  • Add Frankincense to a moisturiser to reduce the appearance of blemishes and to rejuvenate the skin.
  • When traveling somewhere dry, apply Frankincense to the cuticles and nailbeds to maintain healthy looking fingernails.
  • Apply this essential oil to the bottoms of the feet to promote feelings of relaxation and to balance mood.
  • After a day of outdoor activity, massage Frankincense into the hands and feet for a warming and soothing effect.