Frankincense has been part of the story of mankind for thousands of years.  It is a rich resin which oozes out of the frankincense tree found in Oman (Boswellia Sacra) and has been used by cultures all over the world for aromatherapy as well as medicinal purposes. There are around 24 species of frankincense resin which come from around the world but it is generally agreed that Omani frankincense is the best resin as far as health and therapeutic benefits are concerned. The resin oozes out of the frankincense tree when it is ‘tapped’ by experienced frankincense farmers. It comes out as an oleo-gum resin which is then left to harden on the bark of the tree. A few weeks after the initial ‘tap’, this resin is fully solidified and then harvested as ‘tears’ of frankincense resin.

Frankincense has a fresh, citrusy aroma, with some woody and spicy notes. When burnt, frankincense resin releases a light but invigorating aroma purifying and detoxifying the air due to its inherent antibacterial properties. It is not a heavy or cloying scent, instead it will remind you of clean, crisp summer days. Depending on the type and age profile resin you burn, some frankincense resin may feature woodier or sweeter notes than others. The most crystal clear and citrusy piercing scent can be found when burning the best quality Hojari or white resin.

Frankincense is a natural resin whereas bukhoor is a mixture of man-made substances, often containing many chemicals. Therefore, frankincense is simply much healthier and cleaner to burn than bukhoor. It’s scent profile is the opposite of bukhoor. Where burning bukhoor or oud chips produces heavy and sometimes overly cloying atmospheres (usually with lots of smoke in the mix) within your home, frankincense is light, clear, purifying and citrusy-honey sweet. When burnt using the Faseel Burner, there is zero smoke and nothing but the pure scent of frankincense.

Our candles are made or organic soy wax so that you experience the cleanest burn of our candles with zero chemicals. Often, blended waxes or petroleum waxes produce chemicals, parabens and smoke which are harmful to health and may not be suitable for young children and pets. With soy, you get an even, clean burn with none of the health concerns associated with other types of wax.

Yes. Our resin is sourced from sustainable frankincense farms in Salalah, which are tended by Bedouin families and have been for generations. The organic frankincense essential oil is also produced in Oman and our rose and lavender blends contain only the finest fist-pressed ingredients. Our soy wax is fully organic and even our wicks are a blend of cotton and linen, sealed with soy wax and containing recycled aluminium rather than lead.

There are 24 recorded species of frankincense but frankincense from Oman, also known as Boswellia Sacra, is clearly head and shoulders above the rest due to it having the greatest therapeutic potential for humans. Omani frankincense has over 100 compounds present in the resin which are likely to be suitable for medical purposes. Omani frankincense has superior anti-inflammatory and anti-depressant properties and has long been known to quell and reduce anxiety as part of a calming wellbeing ritual. Whilst other species do also have their unique and beneficial scent and healing properties, research is continuing to show that Boswellia Sacra from Oman is the star of the show.

The health benefits of frankincense are nothing new to the people of Oman. As well as burning it, they have been ingesting Hojari frankincense resin by chewing it or macerating it in water and then drinking the water for centuries. Omanis cite a clear digestive tract; a sharp memory; good oral health and relief of muscle and stomach pains as just some of the health and therapeutic benefits of taking frankincense orally. The boswellic acids in the resin have been used in Middle Eastern medicine to treat symptoms ranging from inflammation of the joints and bones to respiratory problems. The regular consumption of frankincense orally may also increase the production of white blood cells helping the body’s immune system and certain studies carried out in Oman and the UK have also linked the use of frankincense as having a positive effect against certain types of cancer.

Yes, Hojari frankincense is chewed on a daily basis by the Omani people and has been linked to good oral hygiene which naturally promotes good all-round health. It is also quite common practice to soak a few tears of the highest grade Hojari resin; Royal Green Resin or one or two drops of the highest medicinal-grade organic frankincense essential oil in about 1 litre of water overnight and then drink the water in small doses periodically throughput the day.

Frankincense has been used for centuries as part of skincare rituals. In ancient Egypt, it was used in a concoction called Kyphi which was used to soothe both mind and body. Our Signature Frankincense Organic Essential Oil can be used with carrier oils such as olive oil; jojoba oil or coconut oil and applied onto the skin so that your skin can benefit from the natural healing and regenerative properties of frankincense.

In Oman and the Middle East, frankincense resin is usually burnt on hot coal. The smoke of the coal mixed with the scent of frankincense produces a distinctly exotic yet light aroma which purifies the air as it feels the room with the beautiful aroma of frankincense. At Faseel, we hope to pioneer the practice of heating frankincense resin at low temperature, using high quality soy wax tea lights on the Frankincense Resin burner. This method ensures that there is minimal heat, fuss and therefore minimum risk when heating the frankincense. The effect of using soy wax tea lights on the Faseel Frankincense Resin Burner is that the whole room will be filled with the unmistakeably citrusy-sweet and woody scent of frankincense with all its health and therapeutic benefits but without any smoke and thus minimal risk to health. And of course, you can settle in with any one of our soy wax luxury aromatherapy candles which takes burning frankincense to an even higher level of convenience and safety. Simply light the wick and enjoy all the benefits of frankincense without any of the drawbacks of burning on coal.

Whilst we recommend using only the finest Hojari resin to burn on your Faseel Frankincense Resin Burner, you can also burn pieces of bukhoor or oud chips at low temperature. For some, it may take a bit of getting used to if you are used to the immediate hit of burning on coal but rest assured, as the minutes go by, you will start experiencing the epitome of home fragrance by smelling the pure scent of whatever aromatic you’re burning, without the heavy, cloying addition of coal-smoke. Enjoy!

The best way to store frankincense resin is in an airtight container, in a cool, dark place. This helps to preserve its aroma and potency over time. Avoiding direct sunlight and heat is also important to prevent the resin from degrading.

You can use glass or ceramic jars, or even plastic bags if they are tightly sealed and not all mixed together in a box.

Faseel Gold Brass Jar: Our Faseel gold brass jar is perfect for storage as it helps to prevent the resin from being exposed to air and sunlight, which can cause it to lose its fragrance and potency. It will help it from drying out or becoming brittle, which can also impact its quality.

You can buy this once and buy our pouch refills to top up. Faseel Gold Brass Jar