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Why frankincense? From cell regeneration to reducing age spots and healing wounds, frankincense continues to be a beauty enhancer…possibly even the new Botox.

Frankincense Moisturizing Cream Recipe

Ingredients

  • 3 ounces jojoba oil
  • 3 ounces water
  • 1 ounce beeswax
  • 8 drops rose absolute
  • 21 drops frankincense

Directions

1. Melt the wax and the jojoba oil in a double boiler; allow to cool to lukewarm temperature.

2. Add the rose and frankincense essential oils .

3. Warm the water slightly and place in blender.

4. Add the wax/jojoba oil/essential oil mixture to the water slowly.

5. Blend until a cream forms.

Store in the refrigerator.

Before Using Essential Oils…

Remember that essential oils, including the ones above, must be diluted in carrier oils. Also, before using, be sure to test your oil on a section of your arm, just to make sure you don’t have an adverse reaction.

By Patricia Brooks, BDO Aromatherapy Expert

Patricia Brooks is the editor-in-chief of Aromatherapy Thymes Magazine, the premier publication dedicated to sharing the most current information about the aromatherapy industry and the practical use of essential oils. Visit Aromatherapy Thymes for more information.

The 3 Beauty Oils You Should Know About  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

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