LIVING LIBATIONS - Frankincense, Occulta Essential Oil

LIVING LIBATIONS - Frankincense, Occulta Essential Oil

Revealing the captivating aroma of Occulta Frankincense Essential Oil—a rich, resinous fragrance that evokes the essence of fresh, earthy air. With its sweet, atmospheric scent, this essential oil carries an enchanting blend of esters that offer a unique and calming experience. Derived from ancient Boswellia trees, its fresh and fragrant notes are reminiscent of petrichor, the smell of rain on dry earth.

A must-have addition to your essential oil collection, this Frankincense oil adds a grounding, refreshing touch to your daily routine. Perfect for creating an ambiance of tranquility and balance.

Botanical Name: Boswellia occulta

Botanical Family: Burseraceae

Extraction Method: Steam distillation

Part of Plant Distilled: Resin

Country of Origin: El Afweyn, Somaliland

Cultivation Method: Wild harvested

Composition: 100% Boswellia occulta

Consistency: Translucent yellow mobile liquid

Scent Description: Decipherable Frankincense resinous aroma with otherworldly airy-ozone notes that are prettily petrichor. Slightly sweet, slightly crisp, slightly warming whiffs of balsamic basenote.

Blends well with: Grapefruit, Opopanax, Frankincenses, Firs, Spruces, Hyssop, Marjoram, Inula, Rose Otto, Fragonia, Myrrh, Seabuckthorn, Immortelle, Ylang, Sandalwood, Palo Santo, Yarrow, Vetiver, Myrtle, Bergamot, and Chamomiles.

How to Use: This delicate Frankincense essential oil promotes a sense of calm and relaxation, offering a soothing experience for both mind and body. Its calming aroma helps to ease tension, while providing a grounding, refreshing effect. Ideal for skincare, it can be applied to help maintain the appearance of smooth, balanced looking skin. Perfect for enhancing oral care routines, diffusing for a calming atmosphere, or adding to your bath for a luxurious, calming experience.

This versatile oil is a great companion for massages, and it's an excellent way to bring tranquility into your daily routine. Whether used in meditation or diffused to create a serene environment, Frankincense essential oil offers a natural, aromatic experience to support moments of peace and relaxation.

Constituents: Fascinatingly unique methyl esters (methoxyalkanes and methoxydecanes), serratol, α-pinene, α-thujene, limonene, sabinene, myrcene, β-caryophyllene, and p-cymene. The chemical composition of hydrodistilled Boswellia occulta oleogum resin is comprised mainly by these rare, never known botanically, methyl ethers (34.5%-62.6%), 1-methoxydecane (26.6%-47.9%) and 1-methoxyoctane (3.6%-8.6%). Other major components include the diterpene alcohol serratol (2.7%-31.8%) and the sesquiterpene alcohol 4,10-di-epi-guaiol (up to 15.1%). Occulta contains a touch of monoterpene hydrocarbons and oxygenated monoterpenoids (0.3%-11.6% and 0.1%-1.0%, respectively). Skin-loving sesquiterpenoids are slightly higher in concentrations of 1.2% to 23.0% sesquiterpene hydrocarbons and 1.9% to 28.6% oxygenated sesquiterpenoids.

This newly discovered species of Frankincense, Occulta Frankincense, has been hiding in plain sight. Despite being as ancient as other Boswellia species, it remained unnoticed until recently. This unique Frankincense has intrigued Somali distillers for decades due to rare compounds that unexpectedly appeared in their essential oils. It turns out they had unknowingly collected resin from the previously unidentified Occulta trees, which possess a fascinating botanical chemistry.

Occulta Frankincense stands out from other Boswellia species, thanks to the presence of rare compounds like methoxyalkanes and methoxydecanes (methyl esters), which are commonly found in nature among insect species. These compounds may have evolved to help the plant retain moisture, offering a sweet, fresh, resinous aroma with atmospheric and earthy undertones, often described as reminiscent of petrichor.

This resilient tree grows on the limestone hillsides of Somaliland, distinguished by its wavy leaves, white tubular flowers, and smaller-sized fruits. The scent of Occulta Frankincense is perfect for use in diffusers, offering a grounding and refreshing aromatic experience. It can also be used in skincare formulations for a hydrating effect, or as a personal fragrance for a unique aromatic touch.

By savoring its scent, you can enjoy an aromatic experience that supports moments of relaxation and creativity, perfect for diffusing or using in your daily routine.