Myrrh Essential Oil
Latin name
Commiphora myrrha
Country of Origin
Somalia
Myrrh is one of the oldest known essential oils, having been used by the Ancient Egyptians around 4,000 years ago, and is used even today in some religious ceremonies.
Oil extracted by steam distillation from the oleoresin-gum
Scent
Spicy, warm, resinous, balsamic
Colour
Dark brown
Uses
- Can be used on bedsores, on wounds and for haemorrhoids
- It is useful for diarrhoea, dyspepsia and flatulence
- Excellent for healing the skin athletes foot, fungal infection, eczema, chapped and cracked skin and it can be used on mature skin because of its regenerative properties
- Very good for gum disorders, mouth ulcers, gingivitis and spongy gums
- It is anti-inflammatory and has a strong analgesic effect
- Boosts the body's ability to strengthen its resistance to infection
- It works as an expectorant, so can be used for coughs, colds and flu
- Can stimulate menstruation and ease period pains
- Traditionally used with frankincense to enhance spirituality.
Safety Tips
- Non-irritant, non-sensitising, but could be toxic in high concentrations
- It is a uterine stimulant, so should not be used in pregnancy
- Not for babies, infants or children under 12
