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We use frankincense essential oil in a few of our essential oil blends, so we wanted to
highlight a few unusual things about it.1—SOME BELIEVED IT WAS PROTECTED BY DRAGONS
Perhaps to keep others from encroaching on their livelihood, those who grew the Boswellia trees were happy to spread the rumor that their land was protected by dragons. Ancient Greek writer Herodotus (5th century B.C.) wrote: “Arabia is the only country which produces frankincense, myrrh, cassia, and cinnamon… the trees bearing the frankincense are guarded by winged serpents of small size and various colors.”
Because it was more valuable than gold at one time, legend had it that the trees from which frankincense came were guarded by dragon-like creatures that were happy to fend off any intruders. According to Appleton’s Popular Science Monthly, published in 1896, so precious was frankincense that “the old Sabaean merchants invented marvelous stories of genii and dragons guarding the trees and of the woods exhaling deadly odors, in order to protect them from too curious and enterprising trespassers.”
We can relate. There are days that we don't want to share our chocolate and feel tempted to warn people that there are cockroaches in our desk. But that's beside the point…
2—THE RESIN IS EDIBLE
Whether in its hardened state or as oil, frankincense is edible. Ancient cultures chewed it like gum, and used it to treat digestive ailments and to boost the immune system. Edible versions are supposed to be “pure,” meaning of translucent color, with no dark-colored impurities.
3—IT'S A NATURAL BUG REPELLENT
Frankincense has long been used to drive away mosquitoes and other disease-carrying insects. Mosquitos don't like it.
Burning it keeps these bugs away. The Egyptians fumigated wheat silos and repelled wheat moths with it. In addition to burning it, you can also apply it directly to skin.
4—IT MAY HELP EASE YOUR MIND
Try adding a few drops to your warm bath to relieve stress, or burn a bit of incense in your office.
5—WOMEN USED IT TO MAKE EYELINER
Think makeup is only a modern-day invention? Think again. Ancient Egyptian women used frankincense to create their famous heavy black “kohl” eyeliner. They charred it first, and then ground it into a powder that they applied to their eyelids.
6—IT’S GREAT IN TOOTHPASTE.
Frankincense was used historically for the teeth. You can still find frankincense in toothpaste today. So if you're making your own DIY toothpaste, consider using some frankincense essential oil in it!
7— IT’S SUPER FOR SKIN
Herbalists prize Frankincense for its abilities. It’s also a good option for those with oily skin. Combine it with a carrier oil to help moisturize and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
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