Gum Myrrh -Regula Grade
Gum Olibanum Grade 1- Somalia Origin
Kenstar Gums produce high quality Myrrh in three grades according to the environment it is grown. Myrrh has been used extensively as antiseptic, anti-parasitic, and it has also been reported to treat headache, throat ailments, paralysis, indigestion Myrrh is widely used in religious ceremonies. Commercially Myrrh has become a very important product for essential oils and in this it is highly valued. Myrrh is also used as a component of fragrances and as an astringent in mouthwashes and gargles. It is used as a fragrance in cosmetics and as a flavouring agent in foods.
Super grade gum hagar myrrh Total foreign matters: less than 3% Color: fancy yellow and brown
Highest grade gum myrrh, myrrha, kenya hagar with minium barks Total foreign matters: less than 10% Total ash: less than 5% Acid insoluble ash: less than 3% Essential oil: more than 7% Size: 2mm-15mm
Frankincense / Olibanum (Boswellia carterii / Boswellia sacra / Boswellia neglecta / Boswellia papyrifera) Frankincense or Olibanum is a resin that exudes from the trunks of the trees of Boswellia species which grow naturally and wildly in Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia. Nagaad Resins & Gums produce high-quality Boswellia carterii / Boswellia sacra / Boswellia neglecta / Boswellia papyrifera Frankincense. Frankincense produces a feeling of calm when inhaled or applied to the body. It slows down breathing and clears airways. It has antiseptic, astringent, cicatrizing, diuretic, digestive, uterine and sedative properties. It is helpful for asthma sufferers as it eases shortness of breath. Traditionally Frankincense is important in rituals and religious ceremonies. Commercially Frankincense has a wide range of uses in perfumes, skincare products, aromatherapy, stabilizers, and flavors. We produce Boswellia carterii / Boswellia sacra / Boswellia neglecta / Boswellia papyrifera. All Frankincense is ECOCERT Organic Certified.