5 Simple DIYs You Can Do With Our Omani Frankincense (Sacra Hojari)

5 Simple DIYs You Can Do With Our Omani Frankincense (Sacra Hojari)

One of the reasons we love Omani frankincense (Boswellia sacra — Hojari) is because it’s not just “something that smells nice.” It’s versatile. It fits into real life. And it can turn a normal day into a calmer, more intentional one.

Below are 5 easy DIYs you can do at home using our Omani frankincense. These are simple, beginner-friendly, and designed to be used daily.

1) Frankincense “Calm Roll-On” (daily stress reset)

This is the easiest DIY and one of the most used in our home.

You’ll need:

  • 10 mL roller bottle

  • Carrier oil (jojoba, sweet almond, or fractionated coconut oil)

  • Our Omani frankincense essential oil

Recipe:

  • Fill the roller bottle almost to the top with carrier oil

  • Add 3–5 drops frankincense

  • Cap, roll between hands to mix

How to use:
Roll onto wrists, chest, or back of the neck—especially before work, driving, or bedtime.

2) Frankincense “Glow Face Oil” (simple nighttime routine)

A clean, minimal DIY for anyone who wants an easy skin ritual without complicated steps.

You’ll need:

  • A small dropper bottle (or just mix in your palm each time)

  • A gentle face-friendly carrier oil (jojoba is a favorite)

Recipe (in a 30 mL bottle):

  • 30 mL carrier oil

  • Add 6–9 drops frankincense (gentle daily dilution)

How to use:
After washing your face at night, apply 2–4 drops and press into skin. Avoid the eye area.

3) Frankincense Linen + Pillow Mist (fresh, calming, clean)

This one makes your bed feel like a reset. Light, clean, and calming.

You’ll need:

  • 100 mL spray bottle

  • Distilled water

  • Optional: 1 tsp witch hazel (helps oil disperse a bit better)

  • Frankincense essential oil

Recipe:

  • Add water to the bottle

  • Add 1 tsp witch hazel (optional)

  • Add 8–12 drops frankincense

  • Shake well before every use

How to use:
Lightly mist pillows and linens (not soaking). Let it settle for a minute before laying down.

4) Frankincense Shower Steam (the easiest “spa moment”)

No diffuser needed. Just steam and aroma.

You’ll need:

  • A warm shower

  • A washcloth or shower corner ledge

How to do it:

  • Put 1–2 drops frankincense on a damp washcloth

  • Place it on the shower floor away from direct water flow

  • Let the steam carry the aroma

When to use:
Morning for focus, or evening to unwind.

5) Frankincense Resin Burner Ritual (traditional Omani style)

This is the classic way frankincense is enjoyed in Oman—and it’s beautiful.

You’ll need:

  • Frankincense resin (Hojari)

  • A charcoal disc (or electric incense burner)

  • A mabkhara/incense burner (or heat-safe bowl)

How to do it:

  • Heat the charcoal until it’s glowing (or turn on your electric burner)

  • Place a small piece of resin on top

  • Let the aroma fill the room

How to use:
Perfect for welcoming guests, resetting the home, or creating a peaceful atmosphere.

Tip: Start with a small piece. A little goes a long way with high-quality Hojari.

A simple weekly routine (if you want ideas)

  • Daily: Roll-on morning + night

  • 2–3x/week: Pillow mist

  • 1–2x/week: Shower steam

  • Weekends: Resin burner ritual when you clean the house or host friends

Final thought

Our goal is to make frankincense feel approachable—something you can actually use, not something that sits on a shelf.

If you try any of these DIYs, we’d love to hear which one becomes your favorite.