Frankincense Essential Oil- Our B.A.R.E. Oil of the Week!

Top 10 Benefits of Frankincense Essential Oil:

• Soothes Indigestion
  
• Reduces Wrinkles
• Diminishes Scarring
• Relieves Stress & Anxiety
  
• Alleviates Headaches & Migraines
• A Natural Cold & Flu Remedy

• Helps to Maintain Oral Hygiene & Strengthens Gums
  
• Reduces Inflammation & Pain
  
• Enhances the Immune System
• Speeds Up the Healing of Acne, Wounds, Insect Bites & Boils

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            Adored since ancient times, the well-known Frankincense essential oil is still utilized for its abundant health benefits, beauty regimens and known for its comforting, skin soothing, grounding, nerve relaxing and spiritual properties. It’s assumed that the oil communicates messages to the limbic system of the brain, prompting the nervous system involving mostly mood and emotions. It also has substantial meaning in Christianity and its fragrant resin is converted into an essential oil that is appreciated not only in religious practice, but also in aromatherapy and natural health.  Frankincense oil can be used by either inhaling via an essential oil diffuser, vaporizer, or by applying to the skin, commonly combined with a carrier oil, such as coconut oil or jojoba oil.

                One of Frankincense’s most popular use is for skin enhancement. It is known to help fade wrinkles and acne and has the ability to reinforce the skin’s tone, elasticity and even has defense mechanism properties to battle bacteria, causing those pesky zits. The oil stimulates the rejuvenation of healthy cells and also keeps the existing cells and tissues strong. Its potent astringent capabilities help to diminish wrinkles around the eyes, cheeks and generally all over the body, optimizing the skin cells’ vitality. Frankincense may be applied topically, making scars, post acne marks and pocks on the skin fade quite quickly. It can also dwindle stretch marks, surgery scars and helps heal dry and cracked skin.

                Frankincense has wonderful properties to help digestion without any side effects. It eases and facilitates the process of  digestion by speeding up secretion of digestive juices including hydrochloric acid (HCl), bile and digestive enzymes. It expedites movement of food through the stomach and intestines by stimulating peristaltic motion, continuing the flow from north to south with ease. Unlike typical over-the-counter antacids or other digestive “aids” from the drug store, Frankincense will not suppress the symptoms of indigestion, but rather tones the system due to its astringent properties. If you experience heart burn, bloating or any other type of indigestion after meals, try to add 1 drop of Frankincense essential oil to 4-6 oz. of water and drink before meals to alleviate discomfort.

              Thanks to its antiseptic qualities, Frankincense is quite useful when it comes to oral hygiene. It can help heal bothersome disorders like cold sores, tooth decay, bad breath, tooth aches and even cavities.  Try adding a couple drops to your favorite homemade toothpaste recipe.

Or try ours! All products listed are available here at the clinic:

Homemade Natural Tooth Paste w/ Frankincense Oil:

• 4 TBS Premier Research Labs Coconut Oil
• (6) Medi-Clay (Calcium Bentonite) caps (by Premier Research Labs)
• Filtered Water (start out with 2 TBS to mix w/ Medi-Clay to form a paste)
• 10-15 drops of Marco Pharma Peppermint Oil
  
• A pinch of Premier Research Labs Pink Salt
• 1-2 drops of B.A.R.E Oils Frankincense Essential Oil

Open, empty and mix Medi-Clay caps with water to form a paste. Add in coconut oil, pink salt, peppermint oil and Frankincense oil to clay mixture and stir well until all are mixed evenly.

Store toothpaste in a small glass mason jar or something that is NON METAL.
Note: do not use any type metal utensils to mix ingredients. If metal comes in contact with the calcium bentonite (Medi-Clay caps), it will reduce its effectiveness.

Place a pea-sized amount on your toothbrush, brush thoroughly and rinse.

Why these ingredients?

• Coconut oil is known for its anti-bacterial, anti-fungal properties which will benefit oral health and help with cleansing and killing bacteria in the mouth.
• Frankincense is, of course, antiseptic .
• Medi-Clay (Calcium Bentonite) is great to re-mineralize the teeth. It is also a polishing cleanser with anti-bacterial properties and can pull out harmful toxins within the gums and all throughout the mouth.
• Pink Salt is wonderful to gently scrub the teeth and provides trace elements and minerals.
• Peppermint Oil: Provides a great taste and fresh breath!

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Frankincense Blends Well With:

• Myrrh
• Lavender
  
• Sandalwood
• Bergamont

• Lime
• Lemon
  
• Orange

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Some More Tips for Use:

• Enhance your mood by adding  a few drops to your diffuser or apply a couple drops as a perfume/cologne.
• To alleviate itchy skin, apply a 2-3 drops of the oil to the affected area.
• Use it to relieve sore, achy joints. Frankincense is great when used to relieve pain from and injury or arthritis.
• Frankincense has even been used to remove warts. Apply a few drops about 3 times a day. However, this can may take up to a couple weeks to see results.
• To improve the common cold and sinus congestion, add 2-3 drops to your diffuser.
• To ease restless leg syndrome, try adding 2 drops of Frankincense to about a half teaspoon of coconut oil and massage into the bottoms of both feet before bed.

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Some Precautions:
Remember that a little bit goes a long way with Frankincense oil. It is better to use one or two drops, both when using in a diffuser and applying to the skin. Frankincense is generally a well tolerated essential oil. There are no reported serious side effects of using Frankincense oil, however, it is recommended to not ingest large amounts, which may result in becoming toxic. It is also known to have blood thinning effects, so anyone with problems associated with blood clotting or anyone taking anticoagulant medications should not use Frankincense oil or speak with your doctor first. It is also recommended that pregnant women do not use Frankincense oil.

Always consult with your doctor before ingesting any essential oils if you have any chronic health concerns.

All essential oils from B.A.R.E Oils are 100% Pure USDA Certified Organic Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil sourced from the plant's native origin and is produced from Soil-to-Oil with the strictest standards of integrity, potency, and quality.

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Wishing you all a healthy and happy week!

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