Frankincense Frereana Archives

Samburu County Frankincense and the mystery of the bicoloured Boswellia

by Dan Riegler | Mar 7, 2016 | Apothecary, Ethics & Sustainability, Fair Trade, Frankincense, Natural Perfume, Resins & Saps

A short update before I return to the Kenyan bush and comunication silence. Though I’ll focus on the more current events in Kenya with the Samburu women since they are fresh, I will return in the next few weeks to expand on the equally important landmarks of my...

Lead to gold and the magical couscousiere

by Dan Riegler | Feb 17, 2015 | Apothecary, Distillation, DIY & Recipes, DIY & Recipes, Essential Oils

For all those who pre-purchased, or are otherwise waiting for my promised February distillation of Frankincense Frereana, the wait is over. Since selling out of the first distillation, packing up and moving, I have finally set up shop on the other side. Though by no...

As the dust settles-Riding the wheel of the year

by Dan Riegler | Feb 3, 2015 | Apothecary, Astrodynamics, Essential Oils, Herbal Remedies

After 3 months of packing and letting go of “stuff” on different levels, I’m on the other side of my decision to leave Canada and move to Israel. The flight was long, but relatively painless, and I’m back to work 2 days later which suits me...

A distillation of Frankincense Frereana

by Dan Riegler | Oct 20, 2014 | Apothecary, Distillation, DIY & Recipes, Essential Oils, Fair Trade, Frankincense, Resins & Saps

Babylonian Beard Wax

by Dan Riegler | Sep 8, 2014 | Apothecary, Frankincense, Male Grooming, Resins & Saps

Here is a product I have planned for a long time. I hope it will open up many new possibilities for my bearded brothers. Babylonian Beard Wax A beard and moustache dressing for creative grooming and everyday use. Made with fresh Beeswax, Frankincense Frereana...

A Moustache Wax Recipe with Frankincense resin

by Dan Riegler | Jun 26, 2014 | Apothecary, DIY & Recipes, DIY & Recipes, Frankincense, Male Grooming, Resins & Saps

As promised, here is the recipe for my “Abyssinian Twirling Wax”, a Frankincense summer styling wax made with the oleoresin of Frankincense Frereana, co-op harvested in Somaliland. The Frankincense resins in the formula can be replaced with Spruce, Pine or...