Frankincense, Serrata Essential Oil

$17.00
Frankincense, Serrata Essential Oil

Frankincense, Serrata Essential Oil

$17.00
Size 10ml

Pure Essential Oil | Boswellia serrata

Frankincense Serrata Essential Oil is a steam-distilled essential oil obtained from the resin of Boswellia serrata, used to provide dry, resinous depth with a warm, slightly spicy character. Compared to more citrus-forward frankincense types, it offers a grounded, earthy profile suited to incense, woody, and balsamic compositions.

Frankincense Serrata presents a dry, resinous profile with warm spice, soft wood, and faintly smoky undertones. It is less bright and lemony than Boswellia carterii, leaning instead toward a deeper, more austere resin character. The aroma feels steady and grounding, adding seriousness and structure rather than lift.

Frankincense Serrata functions primarily as a heart-to-base note, supporting resinous and woody structures.

Recommended concentration: 0.1–7%

Particularly effective in:
Incense-style, woody, and balsamic compositions
Natural and botanical fragrance structures

Blends well with:
Myrrh, benzoin, labdanum
Woods (sandalwood, cedarwood, cypress)
Spices for warmth and depth

Suitable for non-perfumery applications including candles, body oils, soaps, and incense-style home fragrance

It adds dryness, cohesion, and longevity without dominating a blend.

Material Type: Essential oil
Botanical Name: Boswellia serrata
Plant Part: Resin
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
CAS Number: 97926-21-3
Origin: India
Odour Profile: Terpene-like with lemony and green notes
Appearance: Pale yellow to amber liquid
Solubility: Soluble in oil and alcohol
Key Components: α-Pinene, β-pinene, limonene, incensole derivatives

For external use only, Do not ingest.
Dilute before skin application
Store in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container
Shelf life: 3–4 years when stored correctly

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