Frankincense oil is known as the King of Oils – and is one the most popular natural remedies on the market today. I use it daily to support health and if I ever had to pick just one oil to have, it would be frankincense.
Frankincense is taken from Boswellias when it is extracted from the bark of the tree. The main chemical constituents of the essential oil are Limonene, Pinene, Borneol, Farnesol, Phellandrene, Myrcene, and other constituents. These substances exhibit antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal properties.
Apart from being used as a fragrance, frankincense essential oil has many medicinal uses.
FRANKINCENSE OIL USES
- Help with wounds from cuts, scrapes, and burns. For even greater benefit, apply Lavender essential oil first then layer Frankincense on top. The combination of these two oils together is amazing when it comes to helping with wounds.
- Neurological support.
Frankincense is probably the best oil I know of for neurological support. Its powerful brain healing abilities are often attributed to its ability to carry oxygen into the brain. Many studies proved that sesquiterpenes, a natural compound found Frankincense, can increase levels of oxygen in the brain by up to 28 percent.
- Reduce and fade scars.
Frankincense oil helps with skin cells health and regrowth. Not only does it reduce the appearance of scars, it also helps to speed up the healing process, helping scars fade away.
Simply combine 2-3 drops of frankincense oil with coconut oil, and directly apply it on your skin.
- Boosts immune system. Massage a few drops into the balls of your feet daily to boost your immune system. You can also diffuse it throughout your home or in your bedroom at night.
- Reduce stress and anxious feelings.
Frankincense contains chemicals that help relieve stress, anger, sadness, and more.
- Hormones and Memory
Frankincense oil can help balance hormones and improve memory.
- Reduces wrinkles.
Frankincense acts as an astringent, which firms the skin, reducing wrinkles. It helps with the formation of new cells and strengthening older cells.
Mix a few drops of the Frankincense with unscented oil (like coconut) and apply to your skin. You can also add a drop of Frank to your daily moisturizer.
- Helps with headaches and migraines.Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, frankincense oil may be especially helpful for those experiencing headaches and migraines.
- Helps with Congestion and Suppresses Coughing
Frankincense oil is commonly used to fight respiratory problems, such as asthma attacks and coughing.
Put up to six drops in a sink or bowl filled with very hot water then bend over the sink with a towel draped over your head to contain the steam. Breathe in the vapors for at least five minutes, adding more hot water as needed.
- Relieve itching. A single drop applied to the affected area will bring immediate relief.
- Relieve joint pain and swelling.Frankincense oil is a great anti-inflammatory agent; it fights muscle aches and joint pain. Just apple the oil onto the areas of concern to boost circulation and decrease pain.
- Helps with acne. Dab one drop on those acne spots morning and night.
- Relaxation.
The aroma is very powerful and has been used to promote relaxation for centuries. It combats negative emotions and reduces stressful feelings.
- Remove moles, skin tags, and warts. Apply a single drop 3 or 4 times a day until gone.
- Helps with vision. Rub 1-2 drops of Frankincense onto each of your temple. It can provide better clarity to your vision and bring everything into greater focus.
- Remove toxins in the air.Frankincense oil can help to kill germs that are lurking on the many surfaces in your home and in the air.
- Oral Health:A study published in 2011 found that frankincense was able to improve plaque-induced gingivitis. After frankincense treatment, participants showed significant reduction in key measures of oral hygiene status including gingival index and the plaque index. Frankincense is also great for getting rid of bad breath.
- Promote sleep Diffuse frankincense at bedtime to help you slow down your breathing and relieve nervous tension and anxiety. You will sleep like a baby!
- Enhance the efficacy of other essential oils. Layer Frankincense over other essential oil to enhance that oil’s properties and drive the oils deeper into the cells.