Saturday, January 24, 2015

By Janine Hughes


Some beauty secrets go centuries back. Frankincense oil is a great product to use for ones skin care or anything else even relating to skin. It can be used on rashes, scrapes, burns and even infected sores. Many people are using it to help with premature aging as well as any skin that has been damaged by the environment.

It is an aromatic resin obtained from trees that are found in Africa and Asian, namely the Boswellia and B Carteri. The more common names for the Boswellia Serrata is the Indian Olibanum, Luban and Gond tree. The only parts that are used are from the bark and the resin which is obtained from the tree gum. The bark is a cooling and sweet tonic and is used for those that suffer from asthma and coughs. It is a natural antiseptic in nature and is an excellent source to be used as an anti-inflammatory and diuretic.

Ten years ago archaeologists discovered the world's oldest perfume in Cyprus. It is believed that they dated back to over four thousand years and they were found in an old building that spread over a distance of forty three thousand square feet. There they discovered funnels, mixing bowels as well as bottles with as many as sixty sills.

In the 16th century all perfume was used to mask body odours as not many believed in bathing very often. This resulted in the perfume industry being created. An Italian barber who resided in Germany created perfumed water and named it Aqua Admirabilis, better known today as eau de cologne. In the year 1731 his nephew, Giovanni Farina took over the business.

Unfortunately these tree populations are declining quite rapidly due to over use. This means that the trees are harvested at a rate that is indefensible, given time they will soon become extinct. Those trees that have not been tapped germinate 80% more than those that are tapped regularly producing only 16%. The decline of the trees can also be brought about with the grazing of animals, burning of surrounding areas as well as the longhorn beetle. Many use the material to help stimulate the digestive process before and after meals as well as helping to sooth any sore and aching tummy.

A great way to save is to use them in homemade toothpaste, deodorant as well as soaps. Each tub of homemade toothpaste does not contain glycerine or fluoride. Typically coconut oil is added which has an antibacterial property which will help to keep the mouth clean. Bentonite clay is used as a polish and has been used to promote the health of the digestive system. Then natural sea salt is added which leaves the mouth and teeth feeling very clean and smooth. A drop or two of peppermint oil is added for freshness.

To make mix the coconut oil, salt and clay in a bowl and adding water a little at a time work with a spoon until a cream is produced. Add the peppermint to the mixture and mix thoroughly. Store in a container and use a small amount for both adults and children.

The oil can be obtained over the internet or at the Young Living distillery in Oman. It is mostly used by those that are wishing to take their meditation and spiritual journey to another level. Generally the bottles come with 5ml in them and are unfortunately a bit difficult to find.




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