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Myrrh

Botanical Name: Commiphora myrrha
Family: Burseraceae
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Golden Yellow/Brown
Consistency: Medium
Perfumery Note: Base
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong
Constituents: Heerabolene, limonene, dipentene, pinene, eugenol, cinnamaldehyde, cuminaldehyde, cadinene.
Aromatic Description: Warm, earthy, woody, balsamic.
Aromatic Properties: clearing, concentration, focusing, soothing, stimulating, warming. Great for meditation
Blends well with Frankincense, Sandalwood, Cypress, Juniper Berry, Mandarin, Geranium, Patchouli, Thyme, Peppermint, Spearmint, Lavender and Pine.
Usage: bath; massage; vaporisation; disinfectant; and skin and beauty care.

Possible Uses: Amenorrhea, athlete's foot, bronchitis, chapped skin, dysmenorrhea, halitosis, hemorrhoids, itching, toothache, acne, antibacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral, blisters, carminative, cirrhosis of liver, cuts, dermatitis, diarrhea, emollient, fixative, gum disorders, impetigo, insect repellent, mouth ulcers, ringworm, thrush, whitlows, wounds, wrinkles, great for meditation.

Safety Information: Mildly toxic when taken internally (no essential oil should be taken internally without the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner). Avoid during pregnancy. Do not overuse.

A useful skin care oil, often used for problem skin. This essential oil is extracted from the tree trunk. It is a smokey and mysterious oil. Add to cream for protecting skin against cracking and chapping in the cold season. Add to gargle and mouthwash.

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