Boswellia
Join me as I explore the world of natural aromatics, the communities that bring them to us, the methods of working with them to sublimate their beauty.
Frankincense as Medicine-Truth, Myth, and Misinformation
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.
Green Frankincense Demystified
If you have ever dabbled in incense or perfume making, travelled to Oman or explored traditional Arabian folk medicine, you may have come across a very special and highly valued Frankincense resin that has a lovely green hue.
A complete guide to Frankincense resins
With close to 20 types of Frankincense resin on the market, it can be a challenge to choose between them, especially for those that are new to Frankincense. For this reason I will start with the more familiar and common, or "Classic" Frankincense types"
The Many Benefits of Frankincense Tea
A Frankincense "Tea" is a traditional and time-honoured remedy in many cultures. It has broad therapeutic applications, is easy to make at home and puts less stress on trees that are already burdened by our demand for Frankincense essential oil.
