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Frankincense Essential Oil (India)

Average Product Rating: 4.7 / 5 (Based on 64 Customer Reviews)

Botanical Name: Boswellia Serrata

Plant Part: Resin

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Origin: India

Description: The Frankincense tree originates from the Middle East, and is small with abundant pinnacle leaves. The flowers are white or pale pink. Frankincense resin begins as a milky-white sticky liquid that flows from the trunk of the tree when it's cut, healing the wound. The resin is then distilled producing the precious oil.

Color: Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.

Common Uses: The therapeutic properties of Frankincense Essential Oil include use as an antiseptic, astringent, carminative, digestive, diuretic, sedative, tonic and expectorant. Frankincense is said to help rejuvenate the aging skin, and is effective with bacterial and fungal infections. The anti-inflammatory property of this oil is reputed to be an effective treatment for joint pain and arthritis. Frankincense can also be used as an insect repellent and is also widely used in cosmetics and soap manufacturing. It has a grounding aroma, and often used in meditation.

Consistency: Medium

Note: Base

Strength of Aroma: Medium

Blends well with: Basil, Bergamot, Cardamom, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Cinnamon Bark, Clary Sage, Coriander, Geranium, Ginger, Myrrh and Vanilla.

Aromatic Scent: Frankincense Essential Oil has a rich woody, earthy scent with a deeply mysterious nuance.

History: Frankincense is widely known since biblical times. Frankincense is from the French word 'Franc' meaning 'luxuriant' or it could be 'real incense'. Also known as Olibanum, Frankincense was used by the ancient Egyptians in their religious ceremonies and was used as incense by the Greeks and the Romans.

Cautions: Frankincense Essential Oil is non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing. Avoid use during pregnancy.

Terms of Use

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Submited By: Andrea from Katy, Texas on 09/30/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2011
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Wow, I didn't expect an oil like frankincense, that always seemed so exotic and mysterious to me, to be so inexpensive!! I'm not sure I was even planning to buy any, but the price was so good, I couldn't resist!Even the Egyptian is affordably priced, and I'll probably try that one, too, eventually. Since this one's from India, I'm assuming it's most like what the wise men from the East brought to Jesus at His birth, and so I was most curious about it. Not sure how to use it yet, but it smells really good with citrus oils in bath salts.

Submited By: Jeanette from Ogdensburg, New Jersey on 08/26/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2011
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lovely oil that works wonders in skin care oils. Although not as strong in fragrance as Egyptian, for skin care and sprays, this works well.

Submited By: Angel from Toronto, Ontario on 08/24/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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I loved the Egyptian Frankincense when I tried it, and thought I'd give this one from India a try as well. They are very different and I really don't like this one: it has an unpleasant medicinal, cloying quality, to me, compared to the gorgeously clean, austere spice of the Egyptian variety. Ah well. I tried something new!

Submited By: Paula from Apple Valley, California on 06/05/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
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I have to say i love the scent of this frankincense. i will continue to use NDA as my source for my oils.

Submited By: Jolene from Biloxi, Mississippi on 05/28/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2011
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Very good price for a frankincense. Smells very good. NDA is definately my favorite supplier.

Submited By: Kalli from Calgary, Alberta on 04/21/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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I have been purchasing Frankincense from Somalia which is amazing but so is the price. This Frankincense I would definitely purchase again and so far is excellent in blends or on its own. Most clients quite enjoy it!

Submited By: Julie from Greenfield Park, Quebec on 04/25/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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I found the scent very pleasant and have added this EO in my diffuser mixed with bergamot, sage and and the orange ginger fragrance (all from ND). The scent was lovely and great for meditation.

Submited By: Maryann from Dallas, Texas on 02/26/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2011
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Frankincense figures largely in several of my products, and I needed an affordable source. With a lighter, more brilliant aroma, this variety works very well in my best-sellers, having just as much healing power as the more expensive oils I have worked with. I use this in an analgesic rub, and I have been getting excellent results with conditions as varied as chronic knee pain subsequent to replacement surgery; bursitis, and swollen joints, and even a client with fibromyalgia has seen significant relief with this oil. I am going to be a long time and frequent customer. Thanks, NDA!

Submited By: Amy from Sept-iles, Quebec on 02/03/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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Nice scent, but not quite that strong incense smell I'm used to with my old supplier of Frankincense. Maybe I'll try the Egyptian.

Submited By: Susan from Whitby, Ontario on 01/26/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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Great price! Great therapeutic oil! I love the smell! Thank-you NDA!

Submited By: Jenny from St. Johns, Michigan on 01/24/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
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Lovely variety of frankincense.

Submited By: Jenny from St. Johns, Michigan on 01/22/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
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Frankincense has always been one of my favorite oils. This is not the same frankincense I grew to love, but I am willing to try. Lovely oil.

Submited By: Jefa from Calgary, Alberta on 12/15/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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This variety fom India has an almost sparkling quality to it. I absolutely love it!

Submited By: Kia from Montreal, Quebec on 11/25/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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Not generally a fan of frankincense, but when mixed with lavender it is simply breathtaking!

Submited By: Louise from Montreal, Quebec on 08/08/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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I love the smell of this e.o. It adds an exotic element to my blends. Very interesting to experiment. I must order more !

Submited By: Anas from Dearborn, Michigan on 08/13/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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I purchased this oil just to test it out. Huge mistake. When it comes to quality, don't sacrifice it for your wallet. Right now, this frankincense is just being used rarely and collecting dust on the shelf. Go with Egyptian, Omani or others.

Submited By: Marilyn from Newmarket, Ontario on 06/27/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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I use this eo in one of my blends for my solid perfumes. Not too strong, good for the base of the perfume.

Submited By: Jourdain from Salinas, California on 06/18/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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I was raised around the odor of frankincense, and while I know this isn't the best species for that "frankincense" odor, I have an appreciation for lighter, sweeter, airier frankincense notes and usually refer to them with the "other" frankincense name to differentiate between the two major varieties: that name being olibanum, of course. So that said, I was a bit disapointed with this oil. The odor is not as tenacious as I had expected...even absent, actually. In fact, this smelled a bit like an EXTREMELY diluted frankincense oil than the pure thing. Again, this is a budget-friendly frankincense and I didn't expect to be sniffing magical, expensive essential oil at a lower cost, but still. Aside from that caveat, the oil DOES seem to have the wonderful theapeutic effects of most olibanum oils I've used, and it IS a great price. All in all, I'm not sure if I'd reccomend this exactly, but I wouldn't discourage someone from purchasing it, either...

Submited By: Jenn from Vancouver, British Columbia on 06/05/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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This is a rich oil with a dark, smoky smell. Lovely in oils and in masks. Not as complex as other frankincense oils I've used, but still very nice.

Submited By: Holly from Indianapolis, Indiana on 06/02/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
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Great oil! It blends well with almost everything. Used in cold process soap and the scent stayed very true.

Submited By: Jackie from Porter's Lake, Nova Scotia on 06/01/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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This EO is intoxicating! it's absolutely heavenly with vanilla 10x.

Submited By: Sheila from Lakeland, Florida on 05/28/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
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very relaxing scent and indeed very benificial with armoatherpy.. my little ones had a runny nose and i use this within 3 day they all was cleared up thanks nda!

Submited By: Mordechai from Brooklyn, New York on 05/17/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
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Cheap oil , stinky oil, inferior oil No similarity with Boswellia carteri. I dont understand ,how most people give here 5 stars ?!?

New Directions Aromatics Response:

Please note that this is a different botanical specie of Frankincense than the Boswellia carteri and therefore will have a different scent. This is a less expensive alternative to the Boswellia carteri which suits certain customers and their intended uses for this product. Customers may wish to try our Egyptian Frankincense which is the Boswellia carteri but it does cost substantially more.

Submited By: Crystal from Port Moody, British Columbia on 04/06/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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I find the frereana sweeter than the Egyptian, but the difference in cost is too good to pass up. I find frankincense to be one of my more useful EOs. It's good for rubbing on the chest and sinuses as an expectorant, putting in a nebulizer to help with sleep, rubbing between the palms and inhaling in times of anger, sadness, anxiety or grief... it seems to have the ability to dissolve negative energy, be it with mental or physical health.

Submited By: Stacey from Toronto, Ontario on 03/19/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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This is a wonderfully healing essential oil, well tolerated by even the most sensitive of skin. It has become a regular player in my lotions and creams, and adds a stable, happy note to the scent as well as a excellent therapeutic value.

Submited By: Kristie from Portsmouth, New Hampshire on 03/16/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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A new favorite. I guess I will have to buy more next time because I only purchased the 3.3 0z not knowing what it would smell like. I just made a slave with cocoa butter,jojoba oil lavender 40/42 and frankinsence (all from NDA-You ROCK) and between to cocoa scent and EO's I think I have a wonderfull new product. Thanks NDA with your prices I have so many options.

Submited By: Samuel from Quebec, Quebec on 03/09/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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This is one precious oil indeed ! Its both wispy and mysterious, it feels like a long corridor ; at first you notice the wall solvent odor but with wooden tones, much like the texture of the smell of fir. Then you find out that its just more than that, its variety of tone is amazing. This is an exeptional oil in terms of quality, very thin, very volatile ! Again pleasantly surprised by the quality of products from india, recommended strongly for skin applications, does not overpower other oils. If I was to describe this one in one word it would be : Pure Light.

Submited By: Stacey from Toronto, Ontario on 01/12/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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Soothing, healing, and preserving all in one. The scent of this oil is intriguing, and its properties are very valuable for anyone making healing creams and salves.

Submited By: Diane from West Hartford, Connecticut on 01/06/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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I have both this and the Egyptian Frankincense. This is a milder sent than the Egyptian, less sweetness, and woodier. I have to strain to smell some of the Frankincense notes. I prefer the Egyptian, but for the price this is a VERY nice oil.

Submited By: Rabecca from Columbus, Michigan on 12/18/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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Amazing Price how can you go wrong! first off I use this on my wounds and works wonders, this is also great for herpe outbreaks when applied direct.

Submited By: Marlene from Seeley's Bay, Ontario on 09/22/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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It's hard to believe that something that smells so good could cost so little. It is a perfect oil for our salves with it's astringent qualities. It blends so beautifully and adds that subtle, mysterious aroma that our customers can't put their finger on. We love it!

Submited By: Suzanna from Corfu, New York on 09/18/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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I love your Frankincense Frereana EO!! I used it in ALL my lip balms no matter what other EO might be the lead oil! It blends so well with them all and in shea butter. I also love to use it on my face blended with olive oil or just straight on blemmishes. It truly is an oil of the Kings and still in my opinion more valuable than gold. The Egyptians really knew the importance and valuable healing qualities of EO. Please keep carrying this amazing oil.

Submited By: Glenn from Los Angeles, California on 09/11/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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I just received my first order from you and love the scent that this essential oil is giving off. It smells even better than the ones i have smelled at whole foods markets here in Los Angeles. Many ideas are stewing in my head right now. Will make a batch soon.

Submited By: Nancy from Tacoma, Washington on 07/30/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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Wow, wow, wow! When I opened the bottle and first smelled this, it carried me away to some heavenly place. I've never used frankincense before. Now I understand its reputation as a spiritual oil. It's absolutely transporting--but grounding at the same time. It is just sublime.

Submited By: Chloe from Waterloo, Iowa on 07/22/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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Really quite strong but nice.

Submited By: Laura from Lakeville, Massachusetts on 05/22/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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This oil is outstanding.The first time I smelt it I thought I was going to levitate off the floor! It puts me right in my perfect place, and is awesome in my skin care routine. I use this in a face elixer, and a body scrub. I get MANY compliments on how I smell.

Submited By: Sarah from Portland, Oregon on 04/14/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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Even for a Frereana, this price is amazing, and the oil is truly lovely! I am so very, very happy with this frankincense. There are times when I think I may like the Frereana frankincense even better than the Carteri. Blasphemy, I know, but the Frereana is so uplifting and airy, while still maintaining that wonderful mysterious spiritual Frankincense-ness. It's still earthy, but it has a good deal of air in it as well -- a useful oil when remaining grounded isn't really so much your problem as getting off the ground in the first place is. And of course, the far lower price means that you don't have to scrimp and save and stress and nervously count the drops every time you think that you really could use a bit of frankincense in something. Go ahead - throw some in the bath! Spritz it around the room! Toss some more in that diffuser blend! Forget about those fragrance oil imitations: you can afford to use this one. Real Frankincense is good for your soul.

Submited By: Teresa from Alamogordo, New Mexico on 03/23/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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I love this EO! I use a few drops in a fine-mist spray bottle (with purified water). I spray on face twice a day. The scent is wonderful, but dissipates quickly. This was my first order from New Directions. What a great company!!

Submited By: Natalie from Ottawa, Ontario on 03/12/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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I love this oil. I make a facial oil made with sweet almond oil and a few drops of this. Great for the skin.

Submited By: Nelson from Jacksonville, Florida on 03/11/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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I purchased this oil primarily as a base-fixative. As far as being a fixative, it'll probably work out ok, but as a base I am sorely, unimpressed. I was looking for something stronger and I may have to mix in a little Vetiver & Myrrh in order to get it. Some of my guys are secure enough to wear non-earthy colognes, however when I'm actually going for that earthy scent what I end up with in this version of Frankincense is a soapy smell. Lastly, as a base the scent dissipates far too quickly for my liking, two hours and it's all over. As a reference I use a 10-15% EO standard in my cologne formulations.

Submited By: Piper from Denver, Colorado on 02/26/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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Warm, spicy, and just a touch of smoke, great scent... reminiscent of black pepper straight out of the bottle

Submited By: Lucie from Calgary, Alberta on 12/09/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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The best frankincense I've ever purchased. Strong, but multitoned, it's very nice in blends as well as standalone. Think a mix with sandalwood, lavender and cedarwood... heaven!!

Submited By: Tracey from Toronto, Ontario on 11/21/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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Since receiving this affordable and delicious oil from NDA, I have been using it freely in skin care products and incense! This will not disappoint you.

Submited By: Juanita from East Burke, Vermont on 10/14/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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Woody, earthy and a little touch of smoke. Great scent and a great price. Thanks ND :-)

Submited By: Cathryn from Orleans, Ontario on 08/05/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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One of my favourite oils. Warm and wonderfully relaxing!

Submited By: Judith from Reisterstown, Maryland on 06/17/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
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This frankincense has a lighter, less earthy scent to me than the carteri. Nice for fresher, uplifting blends rather than grounding blends.

Submited By: Wai May from Toronto, Ontario on 05/21/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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Smells great! I use this in my face serum and the results were wonderful.

Submited By: Kassia from Grand Junction, Colorado on 03/28/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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I think frankincense might be my favorite essential oil. I LOVE the smell! When I can't figure out which EO to use, many times I'll grab the frankincense. This is a WONDERFUL price for frankincense EO!

Submited By: Wendy from Pierz, Minnesota on 03/14/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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I am extremely pleased with this product and the prices cannot be beat. This oil is revitalizing and good for the spirit. I buy the small bottles and carry them in my purse, back pack and keep it at work. This oil is very helpful in releasing negativity. It is extremely effective in helping you relax and feel peaceful. I can't say enough about this product!

Submited By: Patty from Darwin, Minnesota on 03/05/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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This is an all purpose oil and love to work with it. I am sure I have a lot more to learn about this oil.

Submited By: Karen from Spring Hill, Florida on 02/19/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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Top-quality and an excellent price! I blend with Carrot Seed, Geranium, Fennel, Palmarosa, and Patchouli for mature skin. This oil has a unique woody, smoky scent – very seductive and relaxing.

Submited By: Joann from Williamstown, New Jersey on 02/15/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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This scent makes me feel very peaceful when i smell it. I plan on using on my scars.

Submited By: Jonathon from Southgate, Michigan on 02/11/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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I like the scent, i wonder why this frankincense is so cheap compared to other companies? I like it and am going to use it when i pray.

Submited By: Melissa from Fairlawn, Ohio on 02/10/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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So beautiful! What a lovely scent. These are by far the best oils I have ever used!

Submited By: Sandy from Selma, North Carolina on 01/22/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
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Hello You might want to correct it :) It might confuse people ..... the name in parenthesis is the botanical name BOTANICAL NAME AMMI VISNAGA (KHELLA MOROCCO ) BLACK CUMIN (NIGELLA SATIVA ) INULA (INULA GRAVEOLENS) PALO SANTO (BURSEREA GRAVEOLENS )

Submited By: Sandy from Selma, North Carolina on 01/22/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
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This is the best Frankincense I have ever used....It's probably my all time favorite oil. It works wonders for your skin, blended with carrot seed oil it can literally take 10 years off your skin's appearance . At my old supplier I used to pay this much for the 1/2 " size, and the quality was not as good. Thanks ND... If it was up to me I would never have to order from any other suppliers, but unfortunately I know ND cannot possibly carry every single oil. There are however some oils I love that ND does not carry and I have to order these from other sources. Perhaps ND can take a poll and ask their customers what oils they use, that ND does not carry and if enough people want a certain oil it can be brought in. The four that I love and are truly helpful ( that ND does not carry) and incidentally blend perfectly with Frankincense are: AMMI VISNAGA KHELLA MOROCCO BLACK CUMIN NIGELLA SATIVA INULA INULA GRAVEOLENS PALO SANTO BURSEREA GRAVEOLENS

Submited By: Sara from Omaha, Nebraska on 10/14/2007
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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I love this oil, so smoky and relaxing. I love this mixed with myrrh and orange sweet.

Submited By: Courtney from Fullerton, California on 08/23/2007
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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This is a fantastic oil! Many of my customers comment on how much they like the unique smell in my aphrodisiac blend.

Submited By: Robert from Manassas, Virginia on 06/30/2007
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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Someone once gave me frankincense crystals and it was then that I fell in love with its scent. This frankincense essential oil is wonderful...I love the smokiness of it, it has certain mystery to it.

Submited By: Anita from Madison, Wisconsin on 05/09/2007
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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Beautiful special frankincense. Evocative of a special time and place in my memory. Very peaceful and joyful. Very good choice.

Submited By: Kim from Yonkers, New York on 05/08/2007
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
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If frankincense is good for Cleopatra's skin care, it was well worth a try for me! This exotic oil is the best I've ever used. It's therapeutic attributes rejuvinate the skin when I add it to my facial blends. I also notice a difference in the feel of the skin on my face -- it feels smoother. I definitely will continue to use it, and will certainly order more!

Submited By: Shirleen from Markham, Ontario on 10/27/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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Frankincense essential oil is fantastic in the facial products. It gives the skin a fresh clean glow. You can really tell how pure this oil is.

Submited By: Sandi from Vancouver, British Columbia on 07/10/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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This frankincense is the best I've ever used. It is rich, complex with just the perfect amount of bite. It isn't bitter or sour like so many other frankincense oils out there. Definately worth a try!

Submited By: Candice from Sarasota, Florida on 07/06/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
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Frankincense is one of my favorites as it always lends a helpful hand in dealing with the spiritual side of things. This one is pure and unadulerated and most certainly will be used over and over again.

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