Frankincense | Essential Oil | Boswellia Carterii

Deep, dry, and quietly ancient — Frankincense carterii is one of the world's most revered aromatics. Woody and earthy with a camphorous, resinous depth, it grounds the spirit and transforms any space into something contemplative and still. This is not a sweet frankincense — it is raw, complex, and deeply grounding.

Scent Profile | Deep, dry, and resinous with a woody, camphorous earthiness and a subtle, mysterious undertone. Rich and grounding with very little sweetness — a true base note with medium aroma strength.

Note: This is not the sweet, citrusy frankincense many expect. Boswellia carterii has a distinctly dry, camphorous, and resinous character. If you are seeking a softer, sweeter frankincense experience, this oil may surprise you — but for those who appreciate its raw complexity, it is extraordinary.

Aromatherapy Benefits | Grounding, centering, meditative, clarifying, balancing, deeply calming.

Usage Ideas | Add 3–5 drops to your diffuser for a deep, grounding atmosphere. Dilute to 1–2% in a carrier oil and apply to pulse points or use in massage. Add a few drops to a warm bath (diluted in carrier oil first) for a deeply grounding, meditative soak. Blend with complementary oils to add dry, resinous depth to diffuser blends.

Blends Well With | Cedarwood, Myrrh, Patchouli, Lavender, Bergamot, Clary Sage.

Botanical Name | Boswellia carterii

Also Known As | Frankincense, Olibanum, Somali Frankincense, Boswellia Sacra

Parts Used | Resin

Extraction Method | Steam Distilled

Key Components | α-Pinene, Limonene, α-Thujene

Grade | Botanical

Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid

Aroma | Deep, dry, woody, and camphorous with a resinous, earthy depth

Net Weight | 0.5 oz in a glass dropper bottle

Country of Origin | Somalia

Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep cap tightly closed.