Egyptian Gold
A resinous, frankincense-forward Young Living blend inspired by ancient aromatic traditions, used for grounding and skin care.
How to use it
3–5 drops in the evening for a grounding backdrop to quiet time.
Dilute to 1–3% into a facial oil or moisturizer as a rich finishing note.
In this blend
A frankincense-forward blend with a deep, balsamic-resinous character.
Egyptian Gold draws on the resinous, frankincense-centered aromatic tradition long associated with ancient Egypt, where fragrant tree resins were burned as incense, used in embalming, and worked into early cosmetic preparations. Young Living’s blend translates that historical association into a modern proprietary mix built around frankincense, giving it a warm, grounding character rather than a bright or citrusy one.
Aroma & Character
Expect a deep, balsamic-resinous scent with sweet, slightly smoky undertones — the kind of aroma that reads as ceremonial or meditative rather than fresh or energizing. It sits at the heavier end of Young Living’s blend lineup, closer in spirit to Gathering than to a citrus-forward blend like Envision.
How People Use It
In the diffuser: 3–5 drops in the evening creates a grounding backdrop for quiet time, journaling, or meditation. It layers naturally with sandalwood or myrrh if you want to deepen the resinous quality further, or with a touch of orange to lift it slightly.
On skin: diluted to 1–3% in a carrier oil, Egyptian Gold is often folded into a facial oil or added to an evening moisturizer, where its resinous character is prized as a rich, finishing note rather than a primary ingredient. Some people also apply it diluted to the wrists or chest as a personal fragrance with a warm, ceremonial feel.
A Note on the Name
The “Egyptian” framing is aromatic and historical rather than literal — Young Living’s frankincense sourcing draws primarily from Boswellia trees grown in Somalia and Oman, not Egypt itself. The name evokes the ancient use of resins in that broader region rather than describing where the oil’s ingredients are actually grown.
Sourcing Note
Egyptian Gold is a proprietary Young Living ratio, meaning the exact oils and their proportions aren’t published. Buying the named blend is the reliable way to reproduce its intended aroma; approximating it at home from frankincense alone will get you in the neighborhood but won’t match the finished blend.