Spent Frankincense Resin (Boswellic Acids)

Smokewalkers Spent Frankincense Resin

Boswellia sacra | Dehydrated After Distillation | 39% Boswellic Acids

Smokewalkers Spent Resin is the second gift of the frankincense tree. After distillation, the resin is carefully laid out and dehydrated for a week, leaving behind a material rich in boswellic acids the most researched therapeutic compounds of Boswellia. Far from a byproduct, this resin bridges ancient incense tradition with modern extraction, cosmetic, and formulation work.

Profile

This resin is dry and aromatic, holding its earthy depth and subtle sweetness while carrying the heavier notes that linger in the background. Beyond its fragrance, it contains non-volatile compounds that do not distill into essential oil, with its true value found in the boswellic acids confirmed through independent lab analysis.

Key Highlights

– Verified by independent lab analysis at 39% total boswellic acids
– Rich in 3-O-Acetyl-β-boswellic acid (12.94%) and AKBA (9.08%)
– Dehydrated for one week after distillation to preserve potency
– Ideal for extraction, infusions, and cosmetic formulation
– A sustainable way to access the therapeutic side of frankincense beyond the oil

Lab Report (Boswellic Acids Content)

– 11-Keto-β-boswellic acid (KBA): 1.70 ± 0.27%
– 3-O-Acetyl-11-keto-β-boswellic acid (AKBA): 9.08 ± 0.61%
– α-Boswellic acid: 3.50 ± 0.32%
– β-Boswellic acid: 8.44 ± 0.23%
– 3-O-Acetyl-α-boswellic acid: 4.29 ± 0.17%
– 3-O-Acetyl-β-boswellic acid: 12.94 ± 0.45%

Total boswellic acids: ~39% by mass

Suggested Uses

– Create ethanol or lipid extractions to concentrate boswellic acids for tinctures or supplements
– Infuse into jojoba, coconut, or other carrier oils for skincare formulations
– Incorporate into creams, balms, and serums to support skin elasticity and repair
– Grind and blend into bakhoor or incense pastilles to add fragrance and resin depth

Usage & Caution

– Not intended for direct ingestion without further processing or formulation
– Recommended for makers, researchers, and formulators who work with resinous extracts
– Store in a cool, dry place to maintain potency

Smokewalkers spent resin is not waste  it is a contemplative material for makers, healers, and artisans who understand that transformation continues after the still.