Sumatrana Benzoin is harvested sustainably by farmer families in a small area of Northern Sumatra. This resin is unique in that it has floral notes other Benzoin types Lack. It has only recently been introduced to the Western market for use in perfume, medicine, incense and cosmetics.
There are several ways we can benefit from the anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer resin compounds found in Frankincense resin. A tincture is one of them and an easy product to make at home.
The anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory Boswellic acids are not present in the essential oil of Frankincense. They are found only in the solid resin portion of Frankincense, and the only way to benefit from the therapeutic qualities of the Boswellic acids is to utilize the resin.