Frankincense Infused Oil
A slow, warm resin infusion made with crushed frankincense tears and carrier oil. This recipe treats frankincense as a resin, with extra time for warming and straining.
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Small-Batch Frankincense Infused Oil
A practical starting formula for a resin-based topical oil.
Ingredients
- Frankincense resin tears½ oz / 14 g
- Olive oil or jojoba oil4 fl oz / 118 mL
- Vitamin E¼ tsp · optional
Equipment
- Mortar and pestle or sturdy bag and mallet
- Heat-safe jar or infusion vessel
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Cheesecloth or nut-milk bag for a second strain
- Clean, dry amber bottle
- Label and date marker
Crush the Resin First
Smaller Pieces Work Better
Break the frankincense tears into smaller pieces before adding them to oil. More surface area allows better contact between the resin and carrier oil.
Chill if It Gets Sticky
Frankincense can soften or become sticky while crushing. Briefly chilling the resin can make it easier to break into small pieces.
Step-by-Step Directions
Crush the resin
Break ½ oz (14 g) frankincense tears into small pieces. They do not need to become a fine powder.
Add the carrier oil
Place the crushed resin in a clean, dry heat-safe jar and add 4 fl oz (118 mL) olive or jojoba oil.
Warm gently
Place the jar in a warm water bath or other gentle indirect-heat setup. Keep the oil warm rather than hot and avoid direct burner contact.
Give the resin time
Warm for several hours, stirring or swirling occasionally. Resin infusions generally need more time than soft leaves or flowers.
Allow it to settle
After warming, let the oil stand until it is comfortable to handle. Some dissolved resinous material may remain suspended while heavier particles settle.
Strain once
Pour through a fine-mesh strainer to remove the larger pieces of resin.
Strain again if needed
For a cleaner finished oil, strain a second time through fine cheesecloth or a nut-milk bag. A small amount of fine sediment can still be normal with resin infusions.
Bottle and label
Add optional vitamin E after the oil has cooled, then transfer to a clean, dry bottle. Label with the contents and date.
Optional Infuzium Method
Gathered Remedies Starting Guide
For resins and gums, the current Gathered Remedies gentle-heat starting guideline is:
Important Distinction
This is a Gathered Remedies house starting guideline for resin infusions, not a factory Infuzium preset and not a guarantee that every resin needs the same extraction conditions.
Follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and never exceed your machine’s MAX fill line.
Easy Batch Sizes
| Carrier Oil | Frankincense Resin | Approx. Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| 2 fl oz | ¼ oz / 7 g | 1 : 8 |
| 4 fl oz | ½ oz / 14 g | 1 : 8 |
| 8 fl oz | 1 oz / 28 g | 1 : 8 |
| 16 fl oz | 2 oz / 57 g | 1 : 8 |
Olive or Jojoba?
Olive Oil
A traditional, economical option that works well when you want a richer oil for salves, balms, or body preparations.
Jojoba
A lighter-feeling option with good oxidative stability, especially useful when the finished oil will be used directly on skin.
Keeping the Oil Fresh
Protect From Heat & Light
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place. An amber bottle helps limit light exposure.
Watch the Carrier Oil
The useful life of the finished infusion is largely limited by the freshness of the carrier oil. Discard it if the odor becomes stale or rancid.
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