Frankincense oil
Frankincense oil is a luxurious essential oil prized in skincare for its calming, soothing and rejuvenating properties. Extracted from the resin of the Boswellia tree, it has been used for centuries in beauty rituals and remains a favourite in premium creams, serums and facial oils.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, frankincense oil is valued for its ability to help smooth the appearance of fine lines and support a more even skin tone. It blends beautifully with carrier oils and emulsifiers, adding a rich, resinous aroma while contributing to the overall conditioning feel of balms, moisturisers and anti-ageing formulations.
Key benefits
- Helps soften the look of fine lines and wrinkles
- Promotes a smoother, more refined skin texture
- Calms and soothes the appearance of irritated skin
- Supports a more even-looking complexion
- Provides a luxurious, aromatic experience in facial oils
- Helps condition and nourish dry or mature skin
Best for
mature skin, dry skin, sensitive skin, dull skin
Where it comes from
Frankincense oil is steam-distilled from the aromatic resin that exudes from the bark of Boswellia trees, primarily Boswellia sacra and Boswellia carterii, native to the arid regions of Somalia, Ethiopia and the Arabian Peninsula.
Products with Frankincense oil
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Frankincense oil than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.
- AROMATHERAPY ASSOCIATES Washroom Collection - Replenishing Hand and Body Wash AROMATHERAPY ASSOCIATES
- Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Mind Shower Oil (250ml) Aromatherapy