Myrrh essential oil is steam distilled from the resin of the Commiphora myrrha shrub.
A few of Myrrh Essential Oil's qualities are as follows:
- has anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-septic, antispasmodic, anti-viral, astringent, fungicidal and sedative properties.
- said to be beneficial for athlete’s foot, colds, cracked skin, cuts, eczema and wrinkles.
- often used as a fixative for scents.
- is a dark brown color and has a rich, balsamic, earthy scent.
- best to avoid during pregnancy.
- blends nicely with bergamot, chamomile, clary sage, clove, eucalyptus, frankincense, geranium, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper, lavender, lemon, neroli, palmarosa, patchouli, pine, rose, rosemary, sandalwood, tea tree, thyme, vetiver, and ylang ylang.
This information is provided for reference use only and is not meant to substitute the advice of a licensed health care professional.