Boswellia carteri, from Somalia. Steam distilled. A warm, woody, sweet balsamic, spicy fragrance with a hint of lemon. Steam distilled from the resin. It was highly valued in the early cultures - hence one of the three gifts from the Magi to the infant Jesus. Frankincense may slow down breathing and produces a feeling of calm. This tends to bring about an elevating and soothing effect on the mind. Its comforting and refreshing action may be helpful for anxious and obsessional states linked to the past. 10 ml.