Legend: Myrrh has been used for centuries as an ingredient in incense, perfumes, and for embalming and fumigations in Ancient Egypt. In folk tradition it was used for muscular pains and in rheumatic plasters. Called mo yao in China, it has been used since at least 600 B.C. primarily as a wound herb and blood stimulant.
Heal your body: Astringent in nature, it is therefore useful for chronic diarrhoea. A tonic to the stomach stimulating appetite, easing flatulence. It has been traditionally employed in the treatment of mouth, gum, and throat infections and is a benefit to dealing with scanty periods and thrush. Has a drying action and is effective against excessive mucous in the lungs. Treating such ailments as bronchitis, colds, sore throats, catarrh and coughs.
Botanical Name: Commiphora myrrha
Place of Origin: Egypt
Plant Part: Resin
Colour: Golden Yellow/Brown
Consistency: Medium
Note: Base
Strength of Aroma: Medium – Strong
Aromatic Scent: Warm, rich, spicy balsamic odour
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Blends well with: Frankincense, Lavender, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Tea Tree and Thyme.
Directions: There are many ways to use essential oils, such as burning them in an oil burner, but remember never apply neat to the skin unless it has been mixed with a carrier oil such as jojoba first. For more ways to use essential oils please visit our Methods of use section. If you are finding the oil hard to get out of the bottle because of it’s thickness, you can warm the oil by standing it in warm warter, or take off the dripulator temporarily, extract the oil and replace the dripulator.
Warnings: Not for internal use. Avoid contact with eyes. Not to be used neat on the body. Always dilute. Adults Only. Keep out of reach of children. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner. Avoid whilst pregnant.
Magnifiscense Essential Oils should not be used as a substitute for medical or psychological care. Appropriate use of the product is expressly your responsibility.
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