{"product_id":"escentia-frankincense-carterii-essential-oil","title":"Escentia Frankincense Carterii Essential Oil - Precious \u0026 Grounding","description":"\u003cp\u003eEscentia Frankincense Carterii Essential Oil is a steam-distilled oil from the resin of the Boswellia carterii tree, traditionally burned and used in ceremony across North Africa and Arabia. Its aroma is deep, resinous and balsamic, and it is used in meditation, diffusing, perfumery and cosmetic blends. It comes in seven sizes, from 5ml to 1L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Nev, Secret Sense:\u003c\/strong\u003e I diffuse Carterii at the start of a session, before I sit. The scent is slow and resinous and settles a small room within minutes. We keep both frankincense oils on the shelf because they do different jobs: Carterii is the deeper, rounder one, which I prefer for ceremony and evening work, while Serrata is brighter and suits daytime diffusing. When I want a heavier, resin-led scent, I blend Carterii with a little Sandalwood and Myrrh. Keep the drops low, because it carries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does Frankincense Carterii essential oil smell like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrankincense Carterii smells warm, earthy and balsamic, with a resinous depth that settles quickly in a room. In the Escentia range it reads as deeper and rounder than Escentia's brighter Frankincense Serrata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep, resinous aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarthy, balsamic character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm, soft base note that lasts in a diffuser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you use Frankincense Carterii essential oil?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrankincense Carterii is used by diffusing a few drops, by blending a diluted amount into a carrier oil, or by adding it to perfumery and skin-tonic recipes. Always dilute before it touches the skin, and patch test first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeditation and ritual:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diffuse to create a still, grounded atmosphere before sitting, journaling or ceremony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAtmosphere:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diffuse to give a room a warm, resinous, temple-like scent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin care and cosmetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a few drops, well diluted, to a carrier oil or skin tonic as a fragrance ingredient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMassage blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend into a carrier oil for a warm, resinous scented massage oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfumery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use as a base note in natural perfume blends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does Frankincense Carterii blend well with?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrankincense Carterii pairs well with Myrrh and Sandalwood for a classic resinous blend, with Lavender, Geranium and Bergamot for a softer floral-citrus lift, and with Black Pepper, Pine and Thyme for a sharper, woodier edge. Other oils that blend well include Basil, Camphor and Lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrankincense Carterii vs Frankincense Serrata: which should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Escentia range, choose Carterii for a deeper, balsamic, resinous scent suited to meditation and ceremony, and Frankincense Serrata for a fresher, brighter aroma. Descriptions of each species vary between suppliers, so this is the Escentia profile. See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.secretsense.co.za\/products\/escentia-frankincense-serrata-essential-oil\"\u003eEscentia Frankincense Serrata Essential Oil\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also browse the full range in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.secretsense.co.za\/collections\/frankincense-essential-oil-south-africa-pure-natural-oils\"\u003efrankincense essential oil collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boswellia carterii (resin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin region:\u003c\/strong\u003e North Africa and Arabia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam distilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey aroma constituents:\u003c\/strong\u003e α-pinene, α-thujene, limonene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5ml, 10ml, 20ml, 50ml, 100ml, 500ml, 1L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Escentia Essential Oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor external use only. Do not ingest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDilute before applying to the skin and patch test first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are pregnant or nursing, speak to your healthcare provider before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore away from direct sunlight and heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does Escentia Frankincense Carterii come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resin comes from Boswellia carterii trees grown in North Africa and Arabia, and the oil is steam distilled from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you apply Frankincense Carterii oil straight to the skin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Always dilute it in a carrier oil and patch test first. It is for external use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Frankincense Carterii the same as Frankincense Serrata?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. They come from different Boswellia species. In the Escentia range, Carterii smells deeper and more balsamic, while Serrata is fresher, with citrus and pine notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size should I buy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5ml and 10ml suit trying the scent or a small diffuser practice. The 50ml and 100ml suit regular use or blending, and the 500ml and 1L are for makers and practitioners. Order over R750 for free delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLast reviewed: October 2026. This product is for topical and aromatic use only. It is not a medicine and is not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escentia Essential Oils","offers":[{"title":"5ml","offer_id":44747987288226,"sku":"","price":244.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10ml","offer_id":44747987320994,"sku":"","price":408.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20ml","offer_id":44747987353762,"sku":"","price":756.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":44747987386530,"sku":"","price":1636.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":44747987419298,"sku":"","price":3071.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":47366991675554,"sku":null,"price":12142.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1L","offer_id":47366991708322,"sku":null,"price":22446.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0472\/3713\/6546\/files\/Untitled_design_-_2024-07-08T150048.103.jpg?v=1720443676","url":"https:\/\/www.secretsense.co.za\/products\/escentia-frankincense-carterii-essential-oil","provider":"Secret Sense","version":"1.0","type":"link"}