Indian Frankincense Oil – Pure Boswellia serrata, Steam Distilled
Frankincense is among the most ancient and sacred aromatic materials in human history — burned in temples, used in healing rituals, and traded across continents for thousands of years. The essential oil distilled from its resin carries that same depth — warm, woody, balsamic, and quietly complex in a way that no synthetic has ever successfully replicated.
Our Indian Frankincense Oil is steam distilled from the resin of Boswellia serrata — the Indian frankincense species with one of the most documented therapeutic profiles in botanical medicine. The oil is pale yellow in color — a clear indicator of genuine purity and careful distillation. Dark or heavily colored frankincense oil signals adulteration or poor processing. Ours is the real thing, fully documented and manufactured at our own factory in India, supplied direct to you with no reseller in between.
What the Color Tells You:
Pure, correctly distilled Boswellia serrata essential oil is pale yellow to almost colorless. This is the natural result of careful steam distillation of high-quality resin at controlled temperatures. Dark yellow, amber, or brown frankincense oil is typically an indicator of over-processing, low-quality resin, or adulteration with resin absolute or carrier oils. When you see pale yellow, you are looking at oil that has been distilled correctly — and that is what we supply.
Indian Frankincense Oil has a warm, woody, balsamic scent with a clean, slightly citrusy top note — a freshness that opens the composition before settling into the deep, resinous base that frankincense is famous for. It is simultaneously ancient and clean — incense-like without being smoky, grounding without being heavy. In meditation and spiritual practice, it creates an atmosphere that feels genuinely sacred. In fragrance work, it is one of the most valuable base notes and fixatives available.
What It Is Used For:
- Aromatherapy — stress relief, meditation, and emotional grounding
- Fine natural fragrance and perfumery — base note and fixative
- Luxury anti-aging skincare — cell regeneration and skin healing
- Ayurvedic and therapeutic formulations
- Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications
- Premium soap, candle, and personal care manufacturing
- Spiritual, ritual, and ceremonial use
- Industrial cosmetic and fragrance production
Documentation Provided ✔ Certificate of Analysis (COA) ✔ Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)✔ Quality Certificates
For external use only. Always dilute before skin application. Keep away from children. Consult a healthcare provider if pregnant or nursing.
Frankincense Essential Oil (Pure) Specifications:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Frankincense Essential Oil |
| Botanical Name | Boswellia serrata |
| Common Name | Frankincense Oil |
| Plant Part Used | Resin (Gum) |
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Origin | India / Somalia / Oman |
| Appearance | Colorless to Pale Yellow Liquid |
| Aroma | Warm, Woody, Spicy, Balsamic |
| Solubility | Soluble in Alcohol & Oils, Insoluble in Water |
| Specific Gravity @ 20°C | 0.860 – 0.880 |
| Refractive Index @ 20°C | 1.465 – 1.485 |
| Optical Rotation | -10° to +5° |
| Flash Point | ~ 65°C |
| Main Constituents | α-Pinene, Limonene, Incensole |
| Shelf Life | 2 – 3 Years (Proper Storage) |
| Storage | Store in Cool, Dry Place Away from Sunlight |
| Uses | Aromatherapy, Skincare, Perfumery, Meditation, Wellness |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Frankincense Oil?
Indian Frankincense Oil is steam distilled from the resin of Boswellia serrata — one of the most ancient and therapeutically documented plants in Ayurvedic and world medicine. It has a warm, woody, balsamic scent with a clean citrusy opening that settles into a deep, grounding base. Used across aromatherapy, luxury skincare, fine fragrance, and spiritual practice for thousands of years.
Why does pale yellow color matter?
Pure, correctly distilled Boswellia serrata oil is naturally pale yellow to near-colorless. Dark colored frankincense oil typically indicates over-processing, low-quality resin, or adulteration. Our oil is pale yellow — a direct visual confirmation of genuine purity and careful steam distillation.
How is Boswellia serrata different from Boswellia sacra?
Boswellia serrata is the Indian species — extensively studied for its therapeutic compounds including incensole acetate and boswellic acids. Boswellia sacra is Omani Sacred Frankincense — more complex aromatically but less studied therapeutically. Both are genuine, both are valuable — different species for different needs.
Is this 100% pure?
Yes. Steam distilled at our own factory from high-quality Indian resin. COA, MSDS, and GC-MS lab reports with every order. No dilution, no blending, no substitution.
What sizes do you offer?
Retail: 10ml, 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml Wholesale/Bulk: 1kg, 2kg, 5kg, 10kg, 25kg, 50kg, 100kg Need more than 100kg? Contact us — custom quantities available.
What can I use it for?
Aromatherapy and meditation, anti-aging skincare, natural perfumery, Ayurvedic massage oils, premium soap and candle making, spiritual and ceremonial use, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. USA, UK, Australia, France and worldwide. Direct factory export from India. Bulk rates on request.
Wholesale pricing available?
Yes. Factory-direct from 1kg to 100kg+. Contact us for tiered pricing.
At R K Essential Oils Company, we prioritize your safety and well-being. Please note that essential oils are highly concentrated and should be properly diluted before any direct application to the skin, as skin sensitivity may occur. Always keep essential oils out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision, we strongly recommend consulting your healthcare provider before use.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.