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Myrrh Essential Oil
Latin Name: Commiphora myrrha
Botanical Family: Burseraceae
Origin: Oman
Part Used: Gum/resin
Perfume: Bitter, musky, resinous, earthy
Note: Bottom
Colour: Reddish brown
Consistency: Thick
Extraction method: Steam distillation
Blends well with: Frankincense, lavender, sandalwood, orange
Application methods: Diffused, massage, topical
Warnings: Not recommended during pregnancy
Actions:
Analgesic
Antifungal
Anti-infectious
Anti-inflammatory
Antiseptic
Anti-tumor
Astringent
Decongestant
Digestive
Expectorant
Stimulant
Systems:
Skin:
Acne
Cooling on sore skin
Cracked skin
Infections
Skin Ulcers
Stretch Marks
Weeping wounds
Athletes foot
Ringworm
Aging skin
Eczema
Skin Cancer
Respiratory:
Bronchitis
Coughs/colds
Asthma
Chest congestion
Sore throat (gargle)
Digestive:
Digestive disorders
Indigestion
Constipation, cramps
Diarrhoea, flatulence
Oral:
Mouth ulcers
Gingivitis
Bad breath
Spiritual & emotional
Calming
Soothing
Restorative
Mood uplifter
Please take note that all therapeutic values listed above will only be gained with the use of 100% pure, therapeutic grade Essential Oils, such as those available from Homestead Health Australia. They are available for sale through our webstore on this site, or click here to purchase our Myrrh Essential Oil. The information included here should by no way be considered a replacement for proper diagnosis by a trained medical professional.