Frankincense & Myrrh: The Hall & Oates of Aromatherapy

If aromatherapy had its own Billboard charts, Frankincense and Myrrh would be topping the Hot 100 year after year. They’re the original power duo — the Hall & Oates of the essential oil world. One brings the smooth vibes, the other the soul, and together? Absolute chart-toppers for your nose and your mood.

Let’s break down why these two sacred scents have been rocking the wellness stage for centuries.

Meet the Duo

Frankincense (Boswellia sacra)

Think of Frankincense as Mr. Hall — smooth, uplifting, and always stealing the spotlight. With its resinous, slightly citrusy aroma, Frankincense has been used since ancient times for meditation, spiritual rituals, and straight-up mood magic. Modern research backs its reputation as calming, grounding, and supportive of deep breathing.

Frankincense comes from the resin of the Boswellia tree, native to the dry, mountainous regions of Oman, Yemen, and parts of Somalia. Harvesters make small incisions in the tree’s bark, allowing the milky sap to drip out and harden into golden “tears.” Once distilled, those tears become the oil that’s been burned in temples, used in skincare rituals, and prized by royalty for thousands of years.

Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha)

Myrrh is your Oates — warm, deep, and the perfect harmony to Frankincense’s lead vocals. Its rich, earthy, and balsamic scent has been cherished since biblical times for healing and purification. It’s a powerhouse for relaxation, skin care, and emotional balance.

Myrrh comes from the Commiphora myrrha tree, native to northeastern Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Its resin also seeps out through cuts in the bark, forming deep amber-colored droplets that look like solidified honey. Steam distillation transforms this ancient balm into the rich, smoky-sweet oil we know today.

Their Greatest Hits

• Mood Balancers: Frankincense uplifts, Myrrh grounds. The ultimate emotional remix.
  

• Skin Care Legends: Frankincense helps with cell regeneration, while Myrrh is soothing and rejuvenating.
  

• Spiritual Superstars: Used in meditation and rituals for millennia. If inner peace had a sound, it would smell like this duo.
  

• Immune System Backup Singers: Both oils have antimicrobial properties. Not glamorous, but totally essential (pun intended).

Why They Belong on Your Playlist

You wouldn’t listen to just Hall or just Oates, right? (Well…maybe, but it’s not the same.) Likewise, Frankincense shines on its own, and Myrrh holds its ground solo — but together, they harmonize in a way that makes your senses sing.

Whether you’re inhaling them during yoga, adding a drop to your skincare routine, or just trying to mellow out after a long day, Frankincense & Myrrh are a duo worth keeping on repeat.

You’ll find both stars featured in our Walk Like an Egyptian aroma stick — a blend inspired by the timeless scents of ancient Egypt (and maybe a little 80s eyeliner). Smooth, soulful, and ready to transport you straight to the sands of serenity.