- Essential Oils
- Frankincense
Frankincense
BOTANICAL NAMEBoswellia carterii
PART OF PLANTTop grade resin
ORIGINSomalia
CULTUREWild
CHEMOTYPEA PINENE
OTHER NAMEOlibanum
EXTRACTION METHODSteam distillation
ODOURResinous, woody and warm
COLOURPale yellow to yellow
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NPN80059681
Topical (Adults) Mix 2 to 4 drops in 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) of vegetable oil; apply to the affected area 3 times a day. Inhalation Add 4 to 12 drops to a bowl of steaming hot water or a diffuser. Inhale slowly and deeply for 5-10 minutes.
WARNING
FOR EXTERNAL AND OCCASIONAL USE ONLY. DO NOT TAKE ORALLY. DO NOT USE ESSENTIAL OILS UNDILUTED. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. If accidental ingestion occurs, seek urgent medical attention or contact a Poison Control Center. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes; if this happens, rinse thoroughly with vegetable oil. Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you have epilepsy or asthma, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. May cause allergic reaction (e.g. skin rashes, irritation, dermatitis, irritation of the respiratory tract); in which case, discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner. If nausea, dizziness, headache or allergic reactions occur, discontinue use. Do not use on inflamed skin or if suffering from dermatitis. Avoid exposing treated area to sunlight. Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms worsen or persist.