22 Powerful Uses of Frankincense Essential Oil

When it comes to essential oils, I believe practical and anecdotal uses are those that can be relied upon to deliver the best results.  And so it is with one of the most powerful and versatile oils available, Frankincense.

I do not say this lightly because truth be told, I initially shunned Frankincense, or “Frank” as it is called, because I thought it both exotic and expensive.  Slowly, though, I began to recognize it’s value especially when it comes to skin and wound care and its remarkable ability to relieve inflammation and pain.

What is Frankincense?

Many know of Frankincense as one of the plant-derived treasures, along with myrrh,  given to the newborn Jesus in the New Testament.  Its use in a religious context goes beyond Christianity, however.  According to the Plant Therapy Frankinc... Buy New $15.95 (as of 07:20 UTC - Details) Hebrew Bible, frankincense and myrrh were components of the holy incense ritually burned in Jerusalem’s sacred temples during ancient times.

Frankincense is derived from the sap from a specific variety of trees in the genus Boswelia.  Harvests are done at various times and the more opaque resins are considered to be the best quality.

22 Powerful Uses of Frankincense for Health, Wellness, and Healing

The following uses of Frankincense are based upon my own personal experience or on the experience and knowledge of trusted colleagues in the online community.  In going through this list, I am sure that you will agree that Frankincense deserves its reputation as the “King of Oils”. Plant Therapy Lavender... Buy New $15.95 (as of 07:10 UTC - Details)

1. Heal 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 healing wounds.

2. Reduce and fade scars.  Continue use after the wound has healed to reduce and fade scarring.

3. Relieve the symptoms of gout.  Mixed 50/50 with a carrier oil, Frankincense has been known to relieve the painful symptoms of gout.  I know this is true because during our recent vacation, my husband had a flare-up ZAQ Noor Essential Oil... Buy New $66.64 (as of 10:45 UTC - Details) of gout and after applying frank and coconut oil 4 times daily, the pain was all but gone within three days.

4. Foster strong immune system.  The antiseptic properties of Frankincense make it ideal for supporting a strong immune system.  Massage a few drops into the balls of your feet every day.  In addition, try diffusing it throughout your home and especially in the bedroom at night.  This is especially good during cold and flu season.

5. Stress and anxiety management.  Apply a drop at the temples to relieve stress and evoke a feeling of calmness.  You can also rub a few drops mixed in a carrier oil on the back of the neck when you feel anxious.  Something else you can do is simply inhale the aroma of the oil by rubbing a drop or two between the palms of your hands then bringing them up to your nose and taking a deep breath. Plant Therapy Essentia... Buy New $12.97 ($0.81 / Ounce) (as of 02:15 UTC - Details)

6. Mitigate depression and feelings of helplessness.  Apply a few drops to the back of the neck and especially around the brain stem two or more times daily.

7. Anti-aging.  None of us likes to look old.  Dabbing Frankincense on fine lines and wrinkles will make them less noticeable.  A 50/50 blend with a carrier oil (fractionated coconut oil, sweet almond oil) in a glass roller ball is recommended.  You can also add a drop of Frank to your daily moisturizer.

8. Replacement for NSAIDS/Advil.  Frankincense is a powerful anti-Inflammatory and can be used to relieve conditions where pain and inflammation are present.

9. Colds and congestion.  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.  Be careful not to scald yourself; the water should be hot, not boiling.

10. Relieve itching.  A single drop applied to the affected area will bring immediate relief.

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