Frankincense

 Boswellia carteri/frereana/rivea/sacra -extracted from the steam distillation of the resin. Each chemotype has slightly different properties. Has a warm, resinous aroma. There are at least 20 different species of B. carteri and B. frareana alone.  Native to the Red Sea region. Used since antiquity as incense in India, China, and in the West by the Catholic church. B. Serrata is also known as Choya Loban.

Generally considered non-toxic, non-sensitizing, non-irritating in low doses.  Dilute well for topical use.  

CHARACTER:  "Spiritual Awakener", Elevating, Meditative, Wise, Sensuous, Mysterious,Transformative

 

CRYSTALS:  Tiger eye, Amber, Topaz, Amethyst, Smoky Quartz, Lapis Lazuli, Labradorite, Indigo Gabbro, K2 Granite   

 

NUMBER:  3

CHAKRA: Crown, Third Eye, Root, subtleThroat

ELEMENT:  Air, Ether, Fire, Metal, Earth

PERFUME NOTE: Typically classified as a base note due to its exceptional tenacity, though it possesses vibrant characteristics that span the entire fragrance pyramid.

Blending Factor: 3-4 

ASTROLOGICAL:  Sun & Saturn, Libra, Sagittarius

ENERGY TYPE: 4, 3; some say Cool & Dry; some say Yang (hot), 

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Monoterpene      

USE FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES: Comfort, emotional stability, enlightenment, protection, courage, resolution, fortitude, acceptance, inspiration

USED  FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:

Fear, grief, burnout, exhaustion, panic, anxiety, disconnection, apprehension, despair, stress

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES:

Asthma, bronchitis, colds, coughs, headaches, respiratory problems, stress, tension, ulcers, wounds, skin blemishes, urinary tract infections, rheumatism, tumors, gout, cancer, bursitis, gingivitis, sleep problems, digestive upset

PROPERTIES: Digestive, Immune Stimulant, anti-inflammatory

Blends well with SANDALWOOD, PINE, VETIVER, GERANIUM, LAVENDER, NEROLI, BASIL, PEPPER, CINNAMON, and other spices. Acts as an "enhancer," harmonizing well with florals (rose, jasmine), citrus (bergamot, lemon), and other resins (myrrh, amber).

BLENDS: Anahata,  Anasazi, Arrowhead,  Treasure,  Captivating, Desert Cathedral, Cairn,  Desert Serenade, Enchantment, Focused Journey,  Forever Christmas,  Kachina, Kayenta, Kiva Dream, Mesa Verde,  Navajo Mountain,  Point Sublime, Sahasrara, Shaman, Silver River, Sitalpu, Spruce Mesa, Sunrise, Symphony, Tiger Eye, Toroweap, Twelve Tribes, Valiant, Visudda, Walk Softly,   Wood Badge, Zuni, Onyx, Opal, Star Breath, Twelve Powers

Constituents may include: Thujene, pinene, sabinene, limonene, sesquiterpenes, caryophyllene, muurolene, dipentene, thujone, phellandrene, cymene, myrcene, terpenine.

ARCHETYPES:  HIGH PRIEST, MONK, CHILD DIVINE,  PRESENTER, HERO, PHOENIX, SACRED EYE, SEER, MYSTIC, TEMPLE GUARDIAN, PROTECTIVE FATHER, TRUTH SEEKER, INTROSPECTIVE SAGE

PERSONALITY:

+Compassionate, interesting, driving forcefulness. 

+Air of mystery & secretiveness, possibly a genius.

+Strength, fortitude, maturity, conscientiousness, confident, efficient.

+Generous and eccentric. Prefer their own initiative +Well balanced, gifted.

+Believe they’re protected in ways that the rest of us are not.

+Parapsychological tendencies; sensitive to atmospheres.

+Sense the intentions of other people.

+Steady, upright citizen.  Found in job that commands respect and honor.

+Warm, kind hearted; Make people feel confident & secure. Friendly, loving.

+Advice is down-to-earth, practical.

+Profound love of God and of all things spiritual.

+Deep wisdom; excellent speaker; clear and eloquent, but can be blunt.

+Many are INTJ— introvert, intuitive, thinking, judging

-If negative, destructive & bitter, skeptic, cynic, guilt-ridden, insecure.

-Liable to suffer anxiety attacks; could become short-tempered & agitated.

(Updated Feb. 28, 2026)