Amazing uses and benefits of frankincense is known as the “king of essential oils.” Most prized and precious essential oils because of its extraordinary list of health benefits.
Frankincense is a very holy oil, It was presented by one of three wise kings to baby Jesus as a gift.
Used for thousands of years for meditation and spiritual practices.
Frankincense comes from incisions made into the bark of the small tree, where a natural gum/ resin is then produced and the oil is collected through steam distillation.
What Is
Frankincense Essential Oil Used For?
Frankincense oil is used by either inhaling the oil or absorbing it through the skin, usually mixed with a carrier oil, such as an unscented lotion or jojoba oil.
It’s believed that the oil transmits messages to the limbic system of the brain, which is known to influence the nervous system.
A little bit of oil goes a long way; it should not be ingested in large quantities as it can be toxic.
If you’re purchasing essential oils, avoid oils that say “fragrance oil” or “perfume oil” as these can be synthetic and don’t provide the desired health benefits. Instead, look for oils that say “pure essential oil” or “100% essential oil” for the highest quality essential oils.
Benefits and uses-
Fights Against Cancer Cells
Studies and researches have proven that frankincense oil has cancer-fighting properties.
It has been known to effectively kill bladder cancer cells.
Frankincense oil has been shown to help fight cells of specific types of cancer.
Studies even found that a chemical compound found in
frankincense called AKBA is successful at killing cancer cells that have become resistant to chemotherapy, it's a potential natural cancer treatment.
The oil may also be used internally, aromatically, or even topically for treating different forms of cancer .
Decrease Stretch Marks and Wrinkles
Frankincense essential oil has been shown to help minimize stretch marks, decrease the appearance of scars and help to reduce or slow the progression of wrinkles. Combine 2 to 3 drops of frankincense essential oil with 2-3 drops of coconut oil
and apply to the affected area.
Stress buster
Frankincense essential oil has a solution for that. The chemical components of Frankincense result in an extremely powerful aroma helps to dispel negative feelings—like stress
Frankincense does amazing wonders for skin. Here’s how:
Skin Conditioner
Usage of
Frankincense skin cream can leave your skin soft and smooth.
5 drops frankincense essential oil mixed with a small amount of lavender essential oil & organic coconut oil and olive oil can work wonders
Scar, Wound, Stretch Mark or Acne Remedy
Frankincense oil can help with wound healing and may decrease the appearance of scars. Reduces the appearance of dark spots caused from acne blemishes, stretch marks, eczema and help with healing of surgical wounds.
Mix two to three drops of oil with an unscented base oil or lotion and apply directly to skin. Do not apply it to broken skin, Only skin that’s in the process of healing.
Regeneration Of Skin
considered to be one of the best
Frankincense skin care benefit.
Frankincense essential oil is a powerful astringent, meaning it helps protect skin cells. It can be used to help reduce acne blemishes, the appearance of large pores, prevent wrinkles, and it even helps lift and tighten skin to naturally slow signs of aging.
The oil can be used anywhere where the skin becomes saggy, such as the abdomen, jowls or under the eyes.
Strengthens Finger Nails
Frankincense essential oil revives the look and feel of your hands and fingernails. Whenever traveling somewhere dry, apply Frankincense oil to maintain healthy looking fingernails. Simply place a drop of oil on your nail and rub it around the cuticles and edges of your fingernails. This will leave your nails looking healthy and strong even in the driest locations.
Anti-Infection
Frankincense has powerful antiseptic properties that help speed up wound, healing including burns, scrapes and cuts. It also helps to keep infection at bay. Put a few drops of lavender oil diluted in a carrier oil on the wound followed by a few drops of diluted frankincense for rapid healing.