Frankincense Essential Oil for Pain and Stress Relief

Frankincense essential oil gives you relief from headaches, congestion, and body aches. When inhaled this woodsy aroma has a sedative effect which lowers anxiety and lowers your stress. It opens your nasal passages and makes you breathe more. Adding a few drops of Frankincense essential oil in a bath calms the nervous system and the Limbic system. It also prepares the body for sleep. 

In addition, this essential oil can give you relief from arthritis and rheumatism. In general, this essential oil is usually blended with lavender, sandalwood, pine, and other essential oils to promote relaxation. This essential oil must be diluted with a carrier oil such as Sweet Almond oil, Avocado oil, or another carrier oil before applying to the skin. When Frankincense essential oil is blended with Ravensara essential oil, it can give you relief from insomnia. A few drops of these essential oils with a carrier oil can be applied to your wrists to feel calm. 

Before applying essential oils, do a skin patch test. Also, consult with a dermatologist before using essential oils.  If you are pregnant, consult with your doctor before using essential oils. Nonetheless, frankincense essential oil can also be used in a diffuser to clean the air in your home. Here are more resources about frankincense essential oil.  

5 Benefits and Uses of Frankincense and 7 Myths:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/frankincense

Frankincense Essential Oil: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage:
https://www.verywellhealth.com/frankincense-essential-oil-what-you-should-know-88778

8 Frankincense Essential Oil Uses and Benefits for Healing:
https://draxe.com/essential-oils/what-is-frankincense/

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