Frankincense Rose Serum

Frankincense Rose Serum is a popular daytime serum made with Royal Green Hojari Frankincense, Myrrh and Rose Absolute.

Frequently asked questions

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Does the serum absorb quickly or feel greasy?
Many reviewers note that the serum absorbs quickly and does not leave a greasy residue. One customer with acne-prone, dry skin reports using it daily with excellent results, while another mentions it absorbs so well it's perfect for summer. A few customers do layer it with additional oils in winter for extra hydration, but most find the texture light and easily absorbed.
Is this serum good for sensitive skin?
Several reviewers with sensitive skin or conditions like eczema report positive results. One customer with a history of eczema notes the serum sits well under moisturizer and does not trigger their condition. Another with sensitive, acne-prone skin reports clear skin and significant improvement after using it daily. However, one reviewer experienced slight redness and red dots initially, though they continued use to allow adjustment time.
What does the scent smell like?
Reviewers consistently describe the fragrance as beautiful, soothing, sensuous, and revitalizing. Most praise the aroma as a highlight—some have used it as a natural perfume for years. One reviewer noted it "smells like a Church," reflecting the strong frankincense character, and several mention the blend as perfectly balanced and uplifting.
Can I use this around the eyes?
Yes, the product description states it is safe to apply around the eyes. Several reviewers confirm they use it around the eye area; one specifically mentions using it before bed, and another notes seeing a reduction in fine lines around the eyes after a few weeks of use.
Does a little bit really go a long way?
Yes. Multiple reviewers emphasize that only a small amount is needed—several mention using just 2–3 drops for their whole face or a small amount that melts into skin. One customer notes that even with high-quality ingredients, the concentrated formula means you need very little per application, making it economical despite the price point.
Will this help with fine lines or mature skin?
Many reviewers report visible improvements in fine lines and skin texture. Customers in their 50s, 60s, and 70s note smoother, more supple skin and a visible reduction in fine lines, especially around the eyes. One long-term user reports clear skin and reduced inflammation for the first time in her life after a year of daily use; however, improvements typically take a few weeks of consistent use to become noticeable.
Is it good for acne-prone or inflamed skin?
Several reviewers with acne-prone and inflammatory skin conditions report significant benefits. One customer with sensitive, acne-prone skin reports achieving clear skin for the first time in her life after consistent daily use, with marked reduction in inflammation, redness, and acne. Another notes it works well for reducing redness without triggering sensitivity. Results appear to develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What makes this different from other frankincense products?
The product description emphasizes that it uses the complete whole oleoresin of Royal Green Hojari Frankincense from Oman, not just the essential oil. This includes boswellic acids and other therapeutic compounds that contribute anti-inflammatory benefits. One reviewer notes being impressed by the company's education about this difference and appreciates the quality of the complete resin extract over essential oil alone.
Does the serum make skin feel moisturized and soft?
Yes, reviewers consistently report skin feeling silky, soft, supple, and nourished after use. Many describe the serum as hydrating and note that it leaves skin with a healthy glow. Customers frequently mention the pleasant tactile experience—one describes it as turning "skin into velvet."
Is this serum worth the price?
Reviewers across multiple mentions confirm it is worth the cost. One customer states explicitly "it is pricey but worth it," while others praise the quality of carefully sourced and expertly crafted ingredients. Several note they repurchase regularly, and some mention sending it to friends as a recommendation, suggesting strong perceived value despite the higher price point.
Famous as a cosmetic ingredient since time immemorial, the effects of Frankincense on the skin are well known. It is most commonly used to address mature skin and signs of aging, believed to add elasticity to the skin. Royal Green Hojari is the premier Omani Frankincense and is considered by many to be the best variety for medicine and cosmetics.

Made with the complete and whole oleoresin of Royal Green Hojari Frankincense from Oman, not just the essential oils as in most commercial products. This means the Boswellic acids and other therapeutic compounds are present and contribute their anti-inflammatory and medicinal virtues.

Frankincense Rose Serum is an Astrodynamic preparation created using tenets and principles of traditional plant alchemy and Medical Astrology. It is prepared with a 2 fold infusion of whole Frankincense in Fractionated Coconut oil which means the oil was infused with powdered Frankincense for 1 lunar cycle, (4 weeks), filtered, and a fresh batch of powdered resin was added to infuse in the oil for another lunar cycle.

Frankincense Rose Serum is absorbed quickly but leaves the skin feeling nourished, soft and supple. It is safe applied around the eyes and on mucous membranes. A little bit goes a long way.
It has a gorgeous fragrance and is used by some customers as a natural perfume.

There is a powerful relationship, synergy and resonance between Frankincense and Myrrh. In Astrology Frankincense is ruled by the Sun, and Myrrh by the Moon. They are considered perfectly paired polar opposites and their intimate relationship is evident from their desert growth habits to their paired use in traditional medicinal formulas. They are an ancient couple and each supports the scent and medicinal benefits of the other.

The Combination of Rose with Frankincense and Myrrh is a classic which has likely been used in cosmetic and medicinal products for thousands of years. The fragrance of this oil is soothing, sensuous and revitalizing.

There has been a lot of excitement recently with the groundbreaking discovery of compounds called Boswellic acids, found in the resin and not in the essential oil of Frankincense. Boswellic acids are anti-inflammatory and demonstrate cancer-killing activities. 2 other compounds, Incensole and Incensole acetate show promise in addressing anxiety, depression and head trauma. These are only some of the many compounds found in the whole oleoresins of the Frankincense family. By using the whole resin with its natural essential oil, we can experience greater benefits than using only the essential oil of Frankincense.

This product is made with Fresh Royal Green Hojari Frankincense, fractionated coconut oil, Myrrh essential oil and Bulgarian Rose absolute. Nothing else.

Frankincense Rose Serum is now available with dropper bottles for easy application.

To make your own Oil extract of Frankincense please find instructions here-https://apothecarysgarden.com/blogs/blog/how-to-make-an-oil-extract-of-frankincense

Dan

Materials: Whole Frankincense Resin, Fractionated Coconut Oil, Myrrh Essential Oil, Royal Green Hojari, Rose Absolute, Royal Green Hojari frankincense, Frankincense Extract.


Customer Reviews

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Teresa Lizak (Calgary, CA)
Excellemt face serum

Excellemt face serum. It makes the skin feel silky and hydrated. Will purchase again.

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Rebecca Deragon (Easthampton, US)
Excellent quality and quick shipping! Will

Excellent quality and quick shipping! Will definitely be purchasing again!

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Kay (Athol, US)
Absolutely Beautiful in Scent

Absolutely beautiful in scent, in feel, a treasure for sure. It turns skin into velvet. Excellent product as usual here.

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Laila Del Monte (North Hollywood, US)
Absolutely stunning

Absolutely stunning , beautiful fragrance !I will order again

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Ida (Matthews, US)
A Product I Trust and Recommend

Excellent quality and thoughtful service. I trust this product for my own use and feel confident recommending it to my clients.

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Mitch (Los Angeles, US)
Beautiful serum

A really lovely serum with a beautifully bright scent, leaves the skin feeling incredibly smooth and with no oily residue. As a first time customer I am really impressed with the quality of product and service. I will be purchasing a larger bottle next time!

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Maria (Jacksonville, US)
Love this serum

The Frankincense Rose Serum is fantastic. I love how it feels on my face and especially love the scent. My skin absorbs it nicely without the greasy leftover. Definitely recommend it!

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Dody Ottaviani (Mountain Top, US)

Great products!!!!

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Dawn (Seattle, US)
Lovely oil

Excellent quality oil. Absorbs quickly. Will be perfect in Summer. Now, in winter, my dry skin needs a little more heft, so I add a drop of borage oil with 2-3 drops of this oil and always with a bit rose hydrosol to emulsify.

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Kym (Toronto, CA)
new to this serum

I’m only new to this serum, so still watching; I’m 61 and have used natural ingredients as my facial regime for a while but thought I would try this.. I’ve been using it for a couple weeks each morning, along with the rejuvenative crème and then serum G at night.
I’ve noticed a slight redness on cheekbones and little red dots here and there..
this may be my skin needs time to adjust to the ingredients so I’m not giving up.
The serums get absorbed wonderfully, I use 3 drops of each serum, for my whole face.

It’s really dry in the house so I don’t see my skin as “dewy” as with my old regime products. And as I mentioned, I don’t see much improvement yet, but again letting my skin use it for a while to see.
I will use the full bottles, if no improvement I will talk to Dan and go from there. I don’t want to give up, the product is lovely to use, absorbs nicely, fantastic smell and I really want it to work.
My main focus is to even out my skin, give it a plumb moisturizer look and take out the redness and puffiness under my eyes. Fingers crossed.

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Bernadette Urosevic (Lyon, FR)
Pas reçu ma commande 8888

Inadmissible je n'ai pas reçu ma commande

Hi Bernadette. The tracking information says your delivery has been temporarily delayed and that we should give it a few more days. I am sorry for your distress. Once we ship out orders we have to rely on our respective post offices to deliver the package in a timely manner.
Here is your tracking number LX075210484CA. You can use either the French or the Canadian postal service to track it. You can find your tracking number on your shop shipping notification and in your shop account. If the status of your package does not change by this time next week I will issue you a refund or reship your order. Whichever you prefer.
In the future, please know you can contact me with any questions or concerns at connect@apothecarysgarden.com, or via the chat icon in the lower right hand side of the shop pages. Dan

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Robert Stroj (Wailuku, US)
All you need for your skin; Frankincense Rose Serum

Amazing product!

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Dennis (Ashburn, US)
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