Anti-aging tonic
Put 5-6 drops in 30 ml of your facial cream or oil. It is anti-inflammatory, so you will get double the benefits.
Anti-wrinkles
Use it together with Rosehip oil for your skincare routine. Add 3 drops of Frankincense essential oil in 1 teaspoon (5ml) rosehip oil and gently massage onto your face and neck.
Ongoing respiratory issues
Use frankincense regularly.
Mix 3 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) jojoba oil and massage on your chest.
Inhale from the bottle or use 5-10 drops in a diffuser. Use 6 drops in 1 teaspoon carrier oil in a bath. Use 3 drops in 1 teaspoon (5ml) of cream or a carrier oil, and massage on the throat. Frankincense oil helps to soothe the respiratory tract and clear congestion from the lungs.
To boost your immunity
Diffuse 5-10 drops of frankincense in the morning and feel the wonderful scent give you a perfect start on your day.
Inflammation - Arthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
Use 6-10 drops of frankincense in 2 teaspoons (10ml) oil or organic cream, and rub topically on hands or joints daily.
Asthma
Diffuse 5 drops, or place 2 drops on a tissue, and inhale regularly (or inhale from a bottle). You can also mix 5 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil, and massage into the chest area. Frankincense oil helps to promote, slow breathing, thereby lessening the chances of an asthma attack.
Bad breath
With its strong antiseptic qualities, Frankincense can act as a preventative measure against bad breath. Add 2 drops of the oil to a small glass of water, and use as a mouthwash. Do not swallow!
Breast health
To promote healthy breast tissue and reduce breast inflammation, use Frankincense oil 4 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil and massage thoroughly into the breast.
Brittle nails
To strengthen nails mix 2 drops with 1/2 teaspoon (2,5ml) of coconut oil (It is rich in fatty acids that help nourish and strengthen the nails, preventing breakage and brittleness. Coconut oil also helps soften cuticles and promoting healthy nail growth.), and massage into each nail and around the cuticle to strengthen weak nails.
Coughing
Add 3 drops of frankincense oil to a steam inhalation, and inhale for 2-3 minutes. Frankincense soothes a cough and helps to expel any mucus in the respiratory tract. Repeat twice a day until the symtoms clear.
Heavy menstrual bleeding
Frankincense oil helps to tone the uterus and relieve heavy menstrual bleeding. Mix 5 drops with 1 tablespoon (15ml) of carrier oil, and massage into the abdomen.
Emotional balance
Calm your emotions by diffusing 5 drops of frankincense oil in an aroma diffuser.
Focus & concentration
Reduce internal chatter and revitalize the mind by diffusing 5 drops of frankincense in an aroma diffuser or inhaling deeply from the bottle, or placing 2 drops on a tissue and inhale regularly.
Immun system
Frankincense oil is a great immune system booster as it helps to clear internal and external wounds, fight infection, and kill any germs. Mix 8 drops of frankincense oil with 2 tablespoons (30ml) of carrier oil, and massage into the whole body. You can also dilute 6 drops of the oil in 1 tablespoon (15ml) of carrier oil and add to a bath with warm water.
Oily skin
Mix 4 drops with 1 tablespoon (15ml) of coconut oil, and massage into the face and neck. Leave the oil to absorb into the skin, and repeat twice daily. Frankincense oil's astringent properties help to balance oily skin, cleanse and tighten open pores, and help maintain skin elasticity.
Scarring
Frankincense oil promotes the growth of new skin cells, which grow over scar tissue to eventually smooth the skin. Mix 2 drops of the oil with 1/2 teaspoon (2,5ml) of coconut oil, and gently massage into scar tissue.
