Frankincense is regarded a gift from God, a symbol of deity or divine status. In ancient times, it was valued more precious than gold, only royalty were able to afford it. The word ‘Frankincense’ originates from the French term ‘franc encens,’ meaning ‘high-quality incense’.

Today most frankincense comes from Somaliland, Puntland, and some parts of East and North Africa, however, the most pure, beautiful and some would say the holiest frankincense comes from Oman. The Frankincense tree however naturally grows only in the Southern region of Dhofar where weather conditions are favorable.

Here in the Middle East many local families use the smoke from the resin of the Boswellia sacra (Frankincense) to scent their houses or even clothes, its aromatic, earthy fragrance is just perfect and soothes your senses.

Juliet Highet highlights the superiority of the frankincense tree in her book, Frankincense, Oman’s Gift to the World. She says, “no other trees produce the same pure, exalted fragrance as those found in Dhofar.” Although there are many types of frankincense, the true prize of them all is the ‘Boswellia sacra’ from this region.

Shirley Conlon Organics uses the highest quality Omani Frankincense in our Hydrating Serum (nicknamed face-lift oil). This essential oil, sometimes referred to as ‘Liquid Gold’, is prized for skin care; it has natural astringent properties that help regenerate cells and keep skin healthy and strong. It also helps balance oil production, protects skin cells, reduces blemishes, minimizes pores, prevents wrinkles and helps lift and tighten the skin to name a few.

With its beautiful, calming aroma and powerful skin rejuvenating effects, this is definitely a product you want to add to your skincare basket ladies!