Wildcrafted Frankincense Rivae Essential Oil (Boswellia Rivae)

Wildcrafted Frankincense Rivae Essential Oil (Boswellia Rivae)

A concentrated essential oil featuring Boswellia Rivae for diluted aromatic and fragrance formulation.

At a Glance

• Botanical name: Boswellia Rivae
• Product type: Essential oil

Specifications of Frankincense Rivae Essential Oil

• Botanical Name: Boswellia Rivae.
• Family Name: Burseraceae.
• Common Name: Mexican Juniper, Mexican Cedar, Ashe Juniper, Mountain Cedar.
• INCI: Boswellia Rivae Resin Oil.
• Part Used: Resin.
• Extraction Method: Steam Distilled.
• Note: Middle note.
• Scent: Fresh, coniferous, slightly balsamic, and subtly sweet, reminiscent of forest resin with a soft woody finish.
• Appearance: Pale Yellow.
• Country of Origin: Ethiopia.

Aromatic Profile

Aroma and Olfactory Profile:

The fragrance of Frankincense Rivae Essential Oil is complex, smooth, and beautifully balanced.

• Top Notes: Soft citrus, lemony-bright, and slightly green
• Heart Notes: Warm amber, balsamic, creamy resin
• Base Notes: Woody, earthy, and faintly spicy sweetness

Compared to other frankincense species, B. rivae is less sharp and more rounded, with a refined floral-balsamic sweetness.

Its aroma is both uplifting and grounding, suitable for spiritual, emotional, and perfumery applications.

The scent evolves gently on the skin — from fresh and airy to deep and resinous.

Formulation

Introduce gradually into a compatible formulation and assess texture, aroma and stability in the finished product. Use the handling and dilution guidance for this ingredient.

Applications

• Natural perfume oils and fragrance compositions
• Compatible aromatic personal-care formulations at an assessed dilution
• Evaluate a small diluted trial before building the final fragrance

Safety

• Always patch test before topical use.
• Use in dilutions no greater than 2% in leave-on skin care.
• Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
• Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
• Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.

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