Frankincense Tea
A traditional method that releases aromatic compounds and boswellic acids into warm water.
CLASSIC FRANKINCENSE TEA
Ingredients
- 3-5 small pieces of Hojari
- 1 cup hot water (~180°F)
- Honey to taste (optional)
Method
- Heat water to approximately 180°F (just below boiling).
- Place resin pieces in your cup.
- Pour hot water over the resin.
- Let steep for 10-15 minutes.
- Add honey if desired. Sip slowly.
Tip: The resin can be reused 2-3 times. Each steeping will be slightly milder.
Frankincense Water
A cold infusion method popular throughout Arabia. Refreshing and subtle.
OVERNIGHT FRANKINCENSE WATER
Ingredients
- 5-7 pieces of Hojari
- 2 cups room temp water
Method
- Place resin in a glass jar or pitcher.
- Add room temperature water.
- Cover and let sit overnight (8-12 hours).
- Water will turn slightly cloudy.
- Drink as-is or strain if preferred.
Tip: Same resin can be reused for 2-3 days. Traditionally consumed first thing in the morning.
Oral Health
Frankincense has been used for oral care for millennia.
FRANKINCENSE MOUTHWASH
Ingredients
- 8 grams Hojari
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp baking soda
Method
- Bring water to a boil in a small pot.
- Add frankincense, reduce heat and simmer 5-10 min.
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Stir in salt and baking soda until dissolved.
- Strain through fine mesh into glass container.
Usage: Swish for 30-60 seconds, then spit. Do not swallow. Store refrigerated up to 2 weeks.
TRADITIONAL CHEWING
What You Need
- 1 small, clean piece of Hojari
Method
- Select a small, clean piece of resin.
- Place in your mouth and let it soften (1-2 min).
- Chew slowly like gum.
- Enjoy for 10-15 minutes for fresh breath.
Traditional Use: Traditionally used in Oman for oral health, fresh breath, and digestive support.
Aromatherapy
Burning frankincense releases aromatic compounds that promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance focus during meditation and spiritual practice.
BURNING WITH CHARCOAL
What You Need
- Heat-safe incense burner or censer
- Sand or ash (about 1 inch deep)
- Charcoal tablet (quick-lite or coconut)
- Lighter or matches
- Metal tongs
- 1-3 small pieces of Hojari
Step-by-Step
- Fill your burner with 1 inch of sand or ash for heat insulation.
- Hold charcoal tablet with tongs (never fingers).
- Light the edge of the charcoal with a lighter — it will spark and crackle.
- Place charcoal on the sand, spark-side up.
- Wait 2-3 minutes until charcoal is covered in gray ash and glowing red.
- Place 1-2 small pieces of Hojari directly on the charcoal.
- Resin will begin to melt and release fragrant white smoke.
- Add more resin as needed — a little goes a long way.
Safety: Never leave burning charcoal unattended. Use in well-ventilated area. Keep away from flammable materials. Burner will be extremely hot.
BURNING WITH ELECTRIC BURNER
What You Need
- Electric incense/resin burner
- 2-4 small pieces of Hojari
Step-by-Step
- Place electric burner on a heat-safe surface.
- Add 2-3 small pieces of Hojari to the heating plate.
- Turn burner to lowest setting (~200°F) to start.
- Wait 3-5 minutes for resin to warm and soften.
- Increase temperature gradually for stronger fragrance.
- Resin will melt slowly without burning — less smoke, more aroma.
- Add more resin as fragrance fades.
Ideal for: Daily use, offices, bedrooms, meditation spaces. Produces gentle fragrance without heavy smoke.
Skincare
Frankincense contains boswellic acids with anti-inflammatory and skin-rejuvenating properties.
FRANKINCENSE FACE OIL
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Hojari (ground)
- 1 cup carrier oil (jojoba or sweet almond)
Equipment
- Mortar and pestle (or spice grinder)
- Glass mason jar with lid
- Cheesecloth or fine strainer
- Dark glass dropper bottle
Step-by-Step
- Freeze resin for 1-2 hours (makes grinding easier).
- Grind frozen resin to a fine powder.
- Add powder to glass jar and cover with carrier oil.
- Seal jar tightly and store in a warm, sunny spot.
- Shake jar daily for 3-4 weeks.
- Strain oil through cheesecloth into clean container.
- Transfer to dark glass dropper bottle for storage.
Usage: Apply 2-3 drops to clean skin at night. Always patch test before first use. Store away from sunlight — keeps up to one year.
DISCLAIMER
The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Frankincense has been used traditionally for thousands of years, but these uses have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your healthcare provider before use.
