Frankincense is
one of many (scented) essential oils used in aromatherapy.
Essential
oils are generally used in very small quantities, e.g. measured as a
small number of drops of the essential oil in a larger quantity of
an appropriate carrier
oil.
Properties*:
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anti-inflammatory;
antiseptic;
astringent;
Carminative;
cicatrizant;
cytophylactic;
digestive;
diuretic;
expectorant;
sedative;
tonic.
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Method of Extraction: |
Steam distillation (from oleo gum resin). |
Main Constituents: |
monoterpene hydrocarbons (pinene, dipentene, limonene, thujone,
phellandrene, cymene, myrcene, terpinene), octyl acetate, octanol,
incensole. |
From: |
North-East Africa, incl. Somalia, Ethiopia.. |
Where to Buy: |
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For more general
information about Aromatherapy see: Aromatherapy, Aromatherapists, Massage, Carrier
Oils, and Business
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As described in Aromatherapy textbooks - this is NOT a medical
product. No medical benefits claimed.
Some essential oils are not safe for use by everyone - consult a
qualified aromatherapist before use. |
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This Section is about
Essential
Oils
(as used in Aromatherapy). _ |
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Non-Aromatherapy
Uses of
Frankincense Oil:
Fragrance and fixative in soaps, cosmetics perfumes. Pharmeceutical
use as liniments and throat pastilles. In manufacture of incense.
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