Description
Frankincense
(also known as olibanum, Hebrew: לבונה [levona], Arabic: al-lubān)
Frankincense is used in perfumery and aromatherapy. It is also an ingredient that is sometimes used in skincare. The essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the dry resin. Some of the smells of the frankincense smoke are products of pyrolysis.
May Help Fight Cancer or Deal with Chemotherapy Side Effects
Astringent and Can Kill Harmful Germs and Bacteria
Heals Skin and Prevents Signs of Aging
In Chinese medicine, it (ru xiang) along with myrrh (mo yao) have anti-bacterial properties as well as blood-moving uses.
It can be used topically or orally.
The Egyptians cleansed body cavities in the mummification process with frankincense and natron. In Persian medicine, it is used for diabetes
Can be eaten
