Frankincense Essential Oil Properties
Frankincense (Boswellia Frereana)
Analgesic | acting to relieve pain |
Anticarcinogenic | preventing or delaying the development of cancer |
Anti-carcinoma | effective against cancer |
Anticatarrhal | removes excess mucous from the body |
Antidepressant | used to alleviate depression |
Anti-infectious | prevent or treat infections |
Anti-inflammatory | used to reduce inflammation |
Antimicrobial | an agent that kills microorganisms (bacteria) or stops their growth |
Antioxidant | protects cells against free radicals |
Anti-parasitic | effective against parasite infections |
Antiseptic | preventing the growth of microorganisms (bacteria) |
Anti-tumoral | slows the growth of abnormal cells |
Astringent | contracts skin cells and other body tissues |
Calming | make tranquil and quiet; soothe |
Cytophylactic | protects cells |
Digestive stimulant | stimulates the gastrointestinal smooth muscle and digestion |
Disinfectant | destroys bacteria |
Diuretic | causing increased passing of urine |
Galactagogue | promotes or increases the flow of lactation |
Imunostimulant | stimulates the immune system |
Neuroprotective | protects nerve cells against damage, degeneration, or impairment of function |
Regenerative | to regrow or be renewed |
Restorative | capable of renewing health or strength |
Sedative | promotes calming or inducing sleep |
Tonic | giving a feeling of vigor or well-being; invigorating |