Frankincense oil is one of the top essential oils you can use for your health. It's known for its comforting properties, and is useful for visualizing, improving one's spiritual connection and helping overcome stress and despair. In aromatherapy, frankincense oil is either inhaled or diffused via a vaporizer, a sedative that has been known to help relieve anxiety, anger and stress.
Frankincense oil may also help in healthy cell regeneration and keep existing cells and tissues healthy. It's useful for skin health, and can help treat dry skin, reverse signs of aging and reduce the appearance of stretch marks and scars. Frankincense oil's astringent properties help to strengthen hair roots, stop wounds from bleeding and speed up the healing of cuts, acne, insect bites and boils.
The effects and benefits of frankincense oil can be acquired by applying it topically, inhaling it using a diffuser or vaporizer or ingesting it in very small amounts. For pain relief, simply massage the oil onto the affected areas. Meanwhile, using a diffuser or inhaler works for treating colds and clearing up respiratory blockages. You can also sprinkle a few drops on a clean cloth and inhale the scent or add it to your bathwater for a rejuvenating soak. Frankincense oil can be directly applied to the skin or blended with other carrier oils such as jojoba or sweet almond oil.
Blends well with: Bergamot, black pepper, camphor, cinnamon, cypress, geranium, grapefruit, lavender, neroli, orange, palmarosa, patchouli, sandalwood, vetiver and ylang ylang.