LIVING LIBATIONS - Frankincense, Rivae Essential Oil

LIVING LIBATIONS - Frankincense, Rivae Essential Oil

Rivae Frankincense offers a robust, resinous aroma with earthy and woody undertones, sweetened with a candy-like note that captivates the senses. This complex and bold fragrance is perfect for perfumers seeking a rich, incense-like scent enhanced by cedarwood and cypriol layers.

Harvested in Ethiopia, this rare Frankincense is derived from Boswellia rivae trees, where amber-hued resin pearls are hand-collected and steam distilled to produce its powerful, aromatic essence. Ideal for adding depth to your fragrance blends or creating a calming, grounded atmosphere.

Perfect for those looking to explore the rich, earthy layers of Frankincense.

Botanical Name: Boswellia rivae

Botanical Family: Burseraceae

Extraction Method: Steam distilled

Part of Plant Distilled: Resin

Country of Origin: Ethiopia

Cultivation Method: Wild gathered

Scent Description: Deep, dark, intense sweet and spicy balsamic scents combined with rich and dark resins.

Composition: 100% Boswellia rivae

Color: Transparent liquid with a hint of yellow amber.

Consistency: Thin viscosity

Blends well with: Sandalwood, Grapefruit, Rose Otto, Ylang, Firs, Spruces, Seabuckthorn, Immortelle, Lemon, Bergamot, Spikenard, Vetiver, Marjoram, Lavender, Oregano, and Chamomile.

How to Use: This exceptional Frankincense is perfect for enhancing personal rituals and creating a sense of calm. Ideal for perfumery, it offers a soothing aroma that helps ease tension while nurturing dry skin for a smoother appearance. Its versatile use extends to skincare, where it can be applied to fine lines, areas of puffiness, and dry patches for added moisture.

Perfect for diffusing, it brings tranquility to any space and pairs beautifully with salt pipes for a mindful, grounding experience. A wonderful companion for meditation, promoting a balanced and serene atmosphere.

Constituents: Rivae contains copious terpenes, mainly β-amyrin, α-amyrin, β-amyrenone, and α-amyrenone as well as uniquely abundant amounts of 24% α-pinene, 17% limonene, and 9% p-cymene.

Rivae Frankincense is a rare gem for Boswellia enthusiasts, known for its richly layered aroma. This precious essence contains over 200 plant compounds, including abundant alpha pinene and para cymene, which contribute to its woodsy, spicy, and balsamic scent. Enhanced by lavish limonene, it delivers a darker, sweeter, and more leathery fragrance than other Frankincense oils.

In perfumery, Rivae Frankincense is prized for its complexity. It can be applied directly to the wrists, neck, or pulse points or blended with other essences for a unique aromatic experience that lingers. As with all Frankincense, this oil offers a gentle touch to the skin, leaving it smooth and refreshed.

Locally known as "Mirafur" in Ogaden, Ethiopia, this essential oil is sustainably and ethically sourced. Wild Boswellia rivae trees grow naturally in thickets, and the dried resin is hand-gathered by a cooperative of local villagers, providing fair-trade income to the community while ensuring the trees are never tapped.