Essential Spotlight: Frankincense

Growing up, I remember the smell of frankincense incense in the church. That aroma etched into my memory like so many other distinctive smells from childhood.

Many years later, when I sought out natural solutions for my growing family, my starter kit of 10 doTERRA essential oils arrived with a bottle of Frankincense oil in it. The aroma of this particular oil was familiar, but better! And little did I know that Frankincense would turn out to be my most cherished essential oil.

Calming, skin soothing, stress relieving, immune supporting, tension reducing… there is a reason why Frankincense is known as the King of Oils. Simply look to its ancient history of therapeutic uses and benefits (if it was good enough for baby Jesus…).

But with so many adulterated oils on the market, it’s difficult to know just by reading a label if your essential oil is pure. That’s why I feel thankful to have found doTERRA!

So here’s just ten of the hundreds of ways to use this precious Frankincense oil…

10 WAYS TO USE FRANKINCENSE:

1. TENSION TAMER

Place a drop on the thumb and press to the roof of the mouth for 30 seconds to ease head tension.

2. HAPPY CELLS

Take 1 or 2 drops under the tongue or in a veggie capsule to support healthy cellular function.

3. SOOTHING SLEEP

Diffuse with doTERRA Lavender or Bergamot oil to create a peaceful environment for sleep.

4. HOMEWORK HELP

Diffuse or use topically with doTERRA Lemon or Rosemary oil for focus and concentration.

5. YOUTHFUL GLOW

Add a drop to your daily moisturizer to reduce the appearance of fine lines and skin imperfections.

6. AFTER SUN SPRAY

Combine several drops in a glass spray bottle with doTERRA Lavender and Peppermint oil, top off with water, shake and spray to soothe and cool sun-kissed skin.

7. MEDITATION MOOD

Add a drop to hands, rub together and take several deep inhales before meditation or prayer.

8. FUSSY BABY

Massage a drop with your favorite carrier oil (like doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil) and rub onto baby’s back and feet.

9. FURRY FRIENDS

Dilute a drop with your favorite carrier oil and rub onto paws and back of dogs and cats to support healthy cellular function.

10. BEAUTIFUL MIND

Apply a drop to temples and/or base of the skull to promote healthy brain function. Dilute for the elderly and those with sensitive skin.

Get started with this incredible oil plus the top essential oils for every household with my reduced price starter kit.

How do you use Frankincense oil?