INCI Name
Boswellia Carterii R...
Functions
4 Roles
Sustainability
6/10
Category
actives
What It Does
Boswellia Carterii Resinoid is a concentrated aromatic extract obtained by solvent extraction of the dried oleo-gum resin exuded from the Boswellia carterii tree, native to the Horn of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. It is rich in boswellic acids, alpha-pinene, and other terpenoid compounds that contribute both its distinctive warm, balsamic fragrance and its documented anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties. Formulators prize it for its dual role as a premium natural fragrance component and a bioactive ingredient in anti-aging, calming, and luxury skincare formulations.
Technical Properties
Ionic Charge
nonionic
Molecular charge type
Viscosity Effect
thickening
Impact on formula thickness
Foaming Ability
none
Lather generation
Ingredient Compatibility
Works Well With
Avoid Combining
Sustainability Profile
Sustainability Score
Biodegradability
readily biodegradable
Source
plant-derived
Feedstock
Dried oleo-gum resin from Boswellia carterii trees harvested in Somalia, Ethiopia, and the Arabian Peninsula
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Boswellia Carterii Resinoid
- Common Name
- Frankincense resinoid
- Category
- actives