Frankincense Sacra Essential Oil - Oman

Boswellia sacra is a rare and highly prized variety of Frankincense, known for its warm, woody scent with gentle hints of sweetness. This particular oil has a refined, rich character—delicate yet complex—with soft floral tones and sweet spice notes, alongside a subtle touch of orange. Its aroma evokes the Omani landscape: sunlit desert trails, ancient wadis, and the pale, papery bark of the Frankincense tree. There's a quiet depth to it—something that speaks of the land and the life of the tree itself.

Responsibly harvested from wild trees and distilled in Oman, this variety stands apart from other Frankincenses in both scent and composition. Revered since ancient times for spiritual and meditative use, it remains a favourite in modern aromatherapy. Its calming, grounding properties support the breath, ease tension in muscles and joints, and nurture the skin. For those seeking the finest Frankincense, sacra is in a class of it's own.

Botanical Name: Boswellia sacra
Method of Extraction: Hydrodistillation
Part Typically Used: Resin tears
Class: Monoterpene
Perfumery Note: Top
Country of Origin: Oman - Sustainably harvested from wild trees and distilled in Oman

Major Constituents
a-Pinene - 66.56%
delta-3-Carene - 4.57%
Limonene - 3.65%
Camphene - 3.02%
Sabinene - 2.86%
b-Pinene - 2.5%
a-Phellandrene - 1.98%
para-Cymene - 1.21%
Myrcene - 1.09%

Actions: Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Astringent, Expectorant, Digestive, Carminative, Diuretic, Uterine, Emmenagogue, General tonic, Sedative, Vulnerary.

Special use: Frankincense has the ability to slow down and deepen the Breath. Good for use with prayer and meditation.

Blends Well With: Myrrh, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Jasmine, Tea tree, Yarrow, Grapefruit, Rose, Neroli, Rosemary and Lavender.

Aromatherapy / Home Use

Meditation & Spirituality: Used in rituals for its calming, grounding properties, promoting inner peace.

Nervous System: Anxiety, Nervous tension & Stress related conditions.

Emotional Support: Uplifts mood, offers comfort during grief, sadness, providing solace.

Respiratory: May ease congestion, support breathing in aromatherapy due to anti-inflammatory properties.

Skin Care: Traditionally used for rejuvenation, balance, and healthy complexion, reducing blemishes.

Anti-inflammatory & Pain Relief: Used in blends for joint and muscle discomfort.

Safety Data: Non-toxic, Non-irritant, Non-sensitizing.

FAQ: Do Frankincense essential oils contain Boswellic acid? Despite the hype by some people Frankincense essential oils do not contain Boswellic acid. In reality it is not possible for any type of steam distilled Frankincense essential oil to contain Boswellic acid.  For more information, read Frankincense Oil and Cancer in Perspective by essential oil expert Robert Tisserand.

Zurma Essential Oils - Highest Quality Pure and Natural

At Zurma we go to great lengths to ensure that we only sell the highest quality pure and natural essential oils. We have searched the world for the best essential oils. Our in-house quality control system ensures that this high standard is maintained for all our essential oils. Every essential oil comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer (GCMS) test to confirm that they are genuine and authentic essential oils containing their correct active constituents.

The only exception to this is with the New Zealand small scale essential oil producers we buy direct from e.g., Lavender, Mānuka, Kānuka, Tea Tree etc. This is because we know and trust these growers who distil their own essential oils.

Finally, all essential oils have to undergo our own in-house smell, appearance and feel test and if they are not up to our high standards, we simply send the product back to the supplier. Based on this quality control process we believe that the 100% Pure and Natural essential oils that Zurma supplies to our customers are of the highest quality and are excellent for use in aromatherapy.

General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations

Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.

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