Pure Sacred Frankincense Oil
Distilled from the sacred Boswellia tree from Oman, this aromatic elixir unveils a captivating fragrance that transcends time and space. Let its sacred essence transport you to ethereal realms, where inner peace and harmony reside. With its purifying and rejuvenating properties, Vounó Sacred Frankincense Oil elevates your well-being, restoring balance and empowering your spiritual journey. Embrace the sacred power within and bask in the blissful aura of this transcendent treasure.
Each Vounó product is packaged by hand according to ancient traditions.
Product Info
The essential oil is extracted through steam distillation from the resin of the Omani Boswellia Sacra Tree, and is carefully blended with the finest quality Cretan extra virgin olive oil.
While there exist several species of Boswellia trees, Boswellia Sacra, a species flourishing in Oman, yields the most exquisite and healing frankincense resin.
This sacred and precious essential oil has captivated the world with its numerous benefits.
Ingredients
OLEA EUROPEA (extra virgin olive oil) from organic farming, BOSWELLIA SACRA (Oman) resin extract.
Steam-distilled.
No solvents, preservatives or additives.
Mechanism of Action
The oil is excellent for the respiratory tract, it facilitates breathing and is therefore useful for asthmatic patients and those suffering from Crohn’s disease. It has a soothing action in case of colds, cough, bronchitis and laryngitis (Lawless).
It has excellent actions on the skin to remove scars and stretch marks (Ryman). The oil has shown antibacterial and antifungal activities (Abdel wahab et al.; Gangwal and Vardhan). Other researches are exploring the possible anticancer properties of frankincense oil and it has suggested that it slows the growth of cancer cells and increases apoptosis in target cells.
One study evaluated the impact of frankincense on conditions such as depression and anxiety and found that mice exposed to frankincense were more likely to spend time in open spaces where they felt more anxious and were willing to swim longer in open waters.
Frankincense oil is haemostatic, antiseptic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and the immunomodulatory activity of the oil has been proven.
Safety considerations
Consult your doctor before using this oil. Do not use directly on or near the eyes. Please do not use essential oils on children without consulting a qualified aromatherapist or doctor. Not indicated for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Properties
- Anti-inflammatory effects: Effective against bromyalgia; reduces inflammation, easing joint and muscle discomfort.
- Respiratory support: Assists in clearing congestion and improving breathing. Effective against smokers cough.
- Skin rejuvenation: Helps promote collagen production, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
- Moisturizing and hydration: Nourishes and hydrates the skin, combating dryness and promoting a healthy complexion.
- Its aromatic and therapeutic qualities offer profound emotional and mental support such as stress reduction, calming the mind and helping manage stress and anxiety.
- Facilitates a sense of grounding, tranquility, and inner peace.
- Focus and clarity: Enhances mental clarity, concentration, and productivity.
- Antioxidant properties: Helps combat free radicals, supporting a healthy immune system.
- Found to be effective against auto-immune diseases such as: Crohn’s disease, Hashimoto’s Thyriditis, Ulcerative Colitis, Arthritis, Arthritis Rheumatoid, Allergies, Atopic Dermatitis, Eczema, Asthma.
- Healthy aging: Assists in maintaining a youthful appearance and promoting skin vitality.
Historical notes
In ancient history, many believe that frankincense was protected by dragons. The ancient Greek writer Herodotus (5th century BC) wrote: “Arabia is the only country that produces incense, myrrh, cassia and cinnamon... the trees that bear the incense are guarded by small winged snakes and of various colors.”
Diodorus Siculus writes, in the second half of the 1st century BC, that “all of Arabia gives off a very delicate perfume; even sailors passing through Arabia can smell the strong smell that bestows health and vigor."
Biblical references aside, frankincense essential oil is known around the world as the king of oils and has many health benefits.
In the anonymous Syriac book of medicine (5th century) frankincense is indicated as useful in the treatment of catarrh, gout, colic and gastrointestinal bleeding. Avicenna’s 11th-century works contain numerous references to the use of frankincense in inflammation and urinary tract infections. In the 17th century Culpepper, a practicing herbalist in the East End of London, used frankincense to heal stomach ulcers and as a topical ointment for bruises. At that time the distillates of the resin, the ‘olibanum oils’, were widely used by barbers, surgeons, pharmacists and alchemists.
In India, frankincense was used on wounds and to treat rheumatism. In China it was a constituent of several skin remedies, including those for infected bruises and sores, and thus a treatment for leprosy.
Today, frankincense is also extensively used as a component of perfumes and toiletries.
