MYRRH ESSENTIAL OIL
A rich, grounding resin traditionally valued for skin repair, respiratory support, emotional healing, and spiritual wellbeing.
About This Essential Oil
Myrrh Essential Oil is steam distilled from the resin of the Commiphora myrrha tree and has been treasured for thousands of years for its therapeutic, cosmetic, and spiritual uses. Its warm, smoky aroma makes it a deeply grounding oil that is traditionally valued for skin health, respiratory wellbeing, oral care, and emotional support.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Commiphora myrrha
Family: Burseraceae
Origin: North East Africa and Southern Arabia
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled from the tree resin
Note: Base
Colour: Reddish brown
Aroma: Warm, smoky, musty, balsamic
Key Benefits
• Traditionally supports healthy skin repair and rejuvenation
• Valued for respiratory and immune support
• Traditionally used for oral and gum care
• Grounding and calming during meditation and prayer
• Supports emotional healing and resilience
• Rich, warm aroma ideal for diffusers and body blends
History
Myrrh is one of the oldest known perfumes and medicinal resins, with recorded use dating back over 3,700 years. The name Myrrh comes from the Arabic and Hebrew word 'mur', meaning bitter. Ancient Egyptians burned Myrrh in sacred ceremonies, used it in rejuvenating face masks, and included it in embalming practices.
Greek soldiers carried Myrrh into battle to apply to wounds, while it was also highly valued throughout biblical times. Myrrh was one of the gifts presented to baby Jesus and has long been associated with healing, spirituality, and purification.
Main Chemical Components
• 40% Alcohols
• 39% Sesquiterpenes
Properties
• Anti-catarrhal
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antimicrobial
• Antiseptic
• Astringent
• Balsamic
• Carminative
• Cicatrisant
• Expectorant
• Fungicidal
• Sedative
• Stomachic
• Tonic
• Uterine
• Vulnerary
• Digestive
Traditional Uses
• Skin – Traditionally used for mature skin, cracked skin, athlete's foot, bedsores, herpes, ringworm, ulcers, wounds, weeping eczema, and skin rejuvenation.
• Respiratory System – Traditionally valued for chest infections, catarrh, chronic bronchitis, colds, sore throats, coughs, and excessive mucus.
• Digestive System – Traditionally used for diarrhoea, poor digestion, and loss of appetite.
• Reproductive System – Traditionally valued for thrush, menstrual support, childbirth, leucorrhoea, and amenorrhoea.
• Urinary System – Traditionally used for cystitis, urinary tract support, and haemorrhoids.
• Oral Care – Traditionally valued for bad breath, mouth ulcers, gum infections, and loss of voice.
• Other – Traditionally used to support hypothyroidism, glandular fever, and general wellbeing.
Psychological & Emotional Uses
• Encourages emotional healing and release
• Traditionally used during meditation and prayer
• Helps promote inner peace and spiritual connection
• Grounding and calming during times of emotional stress
• Supports moving forward from emotional attachments
• Traditionally valued for tranquillity and emotional balance
Blends Well With
Frankincense, Sandalwood, Benzoin, Mandarin, Geranium, Lavender, Rose, Neroli, Patchouli, Vetiver, and Clove.
Health & Safety
• Avoid during the first trimester of pregnancy.
• Always dilute appropriately before topical use.
• For external use only.
• Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 25°C away from direct sunlight.
