Frankincense
Moves blood and relieves pain.
Overview
Boswellia resin—acrid, dispersing—moves blood and qi, relieves pain, and supports tissue repair; often paired with myrrh.
Nature & meridians
Acrid, bitter, warm; Heart, Liver, Spleen.
Key ideas
- Blood stasis pain: trauma, dysmenorrhea patterns under differentiation.
- Channel freeing: topical formulas for stiffness (professional guidance).
- Dermatologic use: only under supervision.
Aromatherapy notes
Contraindicated internally in pregnancy; long-term acrid formulas watch Spleen qi; resin allergy excludes topical use.
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Data Source: Tianfu Aromatherapy Institute
Disclaimer: For health literacy only—not a substitute for medical care.