Frankincense Rivae Hydrosol-Artisan distilled

This heady and intensely fragrant Hydrosol was collected from my recent distillation of fresh Frankincense Rivae from the Somali Region of Ethiopia.

It is available in beautiful 3.5-ounce silver airless spray bottles and 32-ounce aluminum cannisters.

Likely my favourite Frankincense type, Boswellia Rivae never stays in the shop for long.
It has a haunting, rich fragrance with a soft, candy-like sweetness reminiscent of its distant cousin Palo Santo, (Bursera Graveolens). With a deep amber heart and a light, sweet spiciness, it is my go-to Frankincense in many of my blends and is a beautiful resin on the coal.

Like all others in its family, Frankincense Rivae is ruled Astrologically by the Sun. Thus it is considered warming and strengthening to the heart and mind, grounding, cleansing and spiritually uplifting.

The scent of Frankincense Rivae, though unmistakably that of Frankincense, stands out with a smooth complexity. It is one of the most vibrant Frankincense types I have come across. It lends itself beautifully to natural incense work and can be used in various cremes, salves and oils.

Boswellia, or Frankincense Rivae, is an olfactory treat, a rare and unusual Frankincense that should not be missed.

For more information on rare Frankincense types, ethical and sustainable harvest and Frankincense co-ops and how to use these ancient aromatics, please visit my blog at http://apothecarysgarden.com.

After distillation, the essential oil is collected from the distillate, and we are left with a richly fragrant distilled "water" that can be used as a refreshing body spray, a base for cremes, lotions, and many other aromatic/therapeutic products. This is a Hydrosol or a Hydrolat.

Please note: The hydrosol may contain droplets of essential oil. Keep it away from eyes and mucous membranes.

This product can be diluted 1/2 and 1/2 with distilled water for many applications while retaining its aromatic qualities.

I have added a small amount of food-grade alcohol as a preservative. It does not need to be refrigerated and will keep for over two years.

Dan

Materials: Artisan distilled Hydrosol, Essential oil Distillate, Frankincense hydrosol, Pure Hydrosol.