Essential oilOil-solubleOrigin: IndiaINCI listed in EU CosIng

Frankincense Oil - Boswellia serrata

Boswellia serrata · Burseraceae · Botanical profile

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Specifications

Botanical name: Boswellia serrata · profile
Family: Burseraceae
Common names: Indian Frankincense, Indian Olibanum, Olibanum, Gond Kundru, Shallaki Gum, Lubaan
Indian names: Chira, Kundur, Luban, Salai-guggul, Shallaki, kundur luban
Synonyms: Boswellia glabra, Boswellia hirsuta, Boswellia thurifera
Plant part: Gum, Resin
Form: Essential oil
Solubility: Oil-soluble
INCI: Boswellia Serrata Oil
CAS: 97952-72-2
EC: 308-366-6
CosIng ID: 54942
INCI status: Verified in CosIng
Tradition: Ayurvedic
Applications: Perfumery
Country of origin: India
SKU: 56484-OIL-BOSER-500G
Documents: TDS and SDS download as PDF on every product page. COA sent with every order and available on request.

Product details

Frankincense essential oil is extracted by steam distilling of resins of the plant known botanically as Boswellia serrata

Known as : Frankincense, Boswellia serrata, Indian olibanum, Loban

Botanical name : Boswellia serrata

Product : Frankincense essential oil

Product form : Essential Oil

Extraction Method : Steam Distillation

Part Used : Gum/Resin

Active component in Boswellia serrata: alpha-pinene (the primary compound), limonene, incensole acetate, beta-caryophyllene, myrcene, borneol, phellandrene, and terpineol

Phyto Properties : anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, analgesic, and antioxidant properties.

Color : Clear to pale yellow liquid

Aroma	Woody, Earthy, Resinous, Slightly Sweet
Notes	Base Note
Blends With	Myrrh, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Lavender, Bergamot, Lemon, Clary Sage, and Geranium
Similar To	Myrrh Essential Oil (shares resinous, earthy qualities and therapeutic properties)
Uses	Aromatherapy (stress relief, grounding), Skincare (anti-aging, healing scars), Respiratory Support, Meditation, and Immune System Boosting

HOME APPLICATION

Relaxation: Add 3-5 drops to a diffuser and enjoy its calming aroma.
Skincare: Mix 1-2 drops with a carrier oil and apply to your face.
Pain Relief: Massage diluted oil (2-3 drops per tablespoon of carrier oil) onto sore areas.
Respiratory Support: Add 2 drops to hot water, inhale steam under a towel.
Sleep Aid: Mist bedding with a spray of 10 drops in 1 cup water.
Meditation: Rub 1 drop on palms, inhale deeply.
Cleaning: Mix 10 drops with vinegar and water for a DIY surface cleaner.