Product Information:
Organic Frankincense Extract
Sourced from Boswellia sacra and serrata resin - the gold standard of botanical potency and spiritual clarity.
Frankincense, known since antiquity as the “tears of the gods,” has long been revered for its ability to ease inflammation, support respiratory and digestive health, and nourish the mind and spirit. Enki’s Spagyric Frankincense Tincture is crafted through our slow, in-house alchemical process - preserving the complete essence of this sacred resin.
Evidence-Based Botanical Medicine
Anti-inflammatory support. Frankincense contains boswellic acids, particularly AKBA, which have been shown to inhibit key enzymes responsible for inflammation (including 5-LOX and COX-2). Studies suggest its potential for easing symptoms associated with arthritis, asthma, and IBD.
Neuroprotective and emotionally calming. Incensole acetate - a unique component of frankincense resin - has been studied for its effect on neural inflammation, mood balance, and anxiolytic action. It is thought to activate TRPV3 ion channels linked to sensations of peace and introspection.
Respiratory and digestive support. Research indicates frankincense’s value in supporting bronchial health and relieving gut inflammation. It has shown promise in trials involving colitis, IBS, and asthma-related symptoms.
Citations and clinical summaries available upon request.
Spiritual and Energetic Dimensions
Frankincense has been used in temples and healing rituals for over 5,000 years. In Hermetic and Ayurvedic traditions alike, it is associated with purification, insight, and upper chakra alignment. This tincture is prepared slowly and reverently, to retain the full spiritual and aromatic character of the resin.
Practitioner Notes
Frankincense is particularly suited for use in:
- Chronic or acute inflammatory conditions
- Nervous system imbalance, burnout, or anxiety
- Meditation or contemplative ritual
- Post-trauma body - mind recovery protocols
All Ingredients Certified Organic at a minimum, consciously farmed, grown & foraged.
Consciously Cultivated / Sourced with Integrity
Enki's in-house gardens, those of our friends and community and our international network of wild foragers form the bedrock of our sourcing philosophy. For location specific herbs, and those few that require cultivation in areas we don't operate in, we use certified organic material at a minimum.
References:
1 Al-Yasiry, Ali & Kiczorowska, Bożena. (2016). Frankincense - therapeutic properties. Postępy Higieny i Medycyny Doświadczalnej (Advances in Hygiene and Experimental Medicine). 70. 10.5604/17322693.1200553.
2 Roy NK, Parama D, Banik K, Bordoloi D, Devi AK, Thakur KK, Padmavathi G, Shakibaei M, Fan L, Sethi G, Kunnumakkara AB. An Update on Pharmacological Potential of Boswellic Acids against Chronic Diseases. Int J Mol Sci. 2019 Aug 22;20(17):4101. doi: 10.3390/ijms20174101. PMID: 31443458; PMCID: PMC6747466
3 M. Z. SIDDIQUI. (2011). Boswellia Serrata, A potential Antiiflammatory Agent, An Overview. Processing and Product Development Division, Indian Institute of Natural Resins and Gums, Namkum, Ranchi-834 010, India. https://www.ijpsonline.com/articles/boswellia-serrata-a-potential-antiinflammatory-agent-an-overview.pdf
4 https://draxe.com/essential-oils/what-is-frankincense/
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