Wildcrafted Red Frankincense Sacra CO2 Extract (Boswellia Sacra)

Specifications of Wildcrafted Red Frankincense Sacra

• Botanical Name: Boswellia Sacra.
• Family Name: Burseraceae.
• Common Name: Amber Hojari, Red Hojari, Boswellia Sacra, Sacred Frankincense, Olibanum Tree, Omani Frankincense
• INCI: Boswellia Sacra (Amber Resin) Extract.

Aromatic Profile

Frankincense Sacra (red/amber) opens with glowing notes of sweet balsam, amber resin, and warm desert wood, gradually evolving into nuances of honeyed incense, caramel smoke, and golden spice. The fragrance lingers for hours, grounding the mind while uplifting the spirit.

Olfactory family: Resinous – Amber – Balsamic:

Top notes: Citrus resin, pine warmth

Heart notes: Amber, honeyed wood, gentle spice

Base notes: Sacred resin, myrrh-like sweetness, desert smoke

This deeper color oil is prized by master perfumers for its ability to anchor oriental, woody, and sacred compositions without overpowering lighter notes. It acts as a natural fixative, enhancing the longevity of floral and resin blends while adding a spiritual warmth.

Chemistry

Composition and Chemistry:

Frankincense Sacra contains naturally high levels of alpha-pinene, limonene, incensole acetate, and boswellic compounds—molecules known for their anti-inflammatory, grounding, and rejuvenating properties.

The amber/red distillation exhibits slightly higher resin acids and sesquiterpenes, responsible for its thicker texture and luxurious depth of scent.

Applications

Aromatherapy & Spiritual Use

Frankincense Sacra is more than a fragrance; it is an olfactive prayer. Traditionally burned during ceremonies to invite clarity, peace, and divine connection, its essential oil retains the same energy in concentrated form.

In aromatherapy, it is used to:

• Calm anxiety and deepen breathing
• Enhance meditation or spiritual rituals
• Cleanse spaces energetically
• Support emotional balance during stress

A single drop on the pulse points or in a diffuser evokes tranquility and timelessness, connecting the user to the same sacred essence once offered in temples of Egypt and Oman.

Cosmetic & Skincare Benefits

The amber-red oil is especially rich in skin-regenerating terpenes and boswellic acids, making it a sought-after active in natural luxury skincare. It promotes:

• Cell renewal and smoother texture
• Reduced appearance of fine lines
• Soothing of redness and sensitivity
• Antioxidant protection from environmental stressors

Used at 0.5–2 % in creams, balms, serums, or facial oils, it imparts a subtle golden glow and a soft, incense-like aroma that enhances any high-end formulation.

Perfumery Applications

Because of its warm amber body and fixative properties, Frankincense Sacra (amber) is a cornerstone in niche perfumery. It pairs exquisitely with:

• Sandalwood / Cedarwood for sacred woods
• Myrrh / Opoponax for deep oriental accords
• Vanilla / Benzoin / Tonka for ambery sweetness
• Rose / Orris / Jasmine Sambac for ethereal florals

This oil performs beautifully as a heart-to-base modifier, adding longevity, smoothness, and a meditative warmth to perfumes, solid balms, and incense compositions.

Safety

General Safety Information:

- Do not take any oils internally and

- Do not apply undiluted essential oils, onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner.

- Use extreme caution when using oils with children.

- Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications.

- The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products.