Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha)
Drying Effect On Body, Good For Mouth, Throat Or Lung Problems.
Country of Origin North Africa
Perfume Note Base
Description of Scent
A warm rich, spicy, balsamic scent
History
Myrrh as been used in many ancient civilizations as a perfume, incense and medicine, The greeks would carry myrrh when going into battle because of it's healing properties,
Extraction Method
Steam Distillation
Constituents
Elemene, Copaene, Myrrh Alcohols, Eugenol.
Properties
Antifungal, Anti-Inflammatory, Antiseptic, Astringent, Carminative, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Healing, Sedative, Tonic, Uterine, Vulnerary.
Contraindications
Avoid During Pregnancy. Dilute Well On Young Children.
General
An extremely usful oil for helping with dry, cracked skin.A useful aid in treating asthma,voice loss, mouth ulcers and coughs,
Safety
DILUTE TO 5% OR LESS IN A CARRIER OIL BEFORE SKIN APPLICATION. KEEP OUT OF EYES. DO NOT SWALLOW.
