Myrrh Essential Oil Datasheet
Ancients used Myrrh in religious ceremonies dating back thousands of years. This balsamic essential oil is known for its calming and medicinal properties.
PLANT PART
Resin/Gum
AROMA
Balsamic, Resinous, Spicy, Warm and Radiant
NOTE
Base
Essential Oil Datasheets
Essential Oil Datasheet | Myrrh
Myrrh – Commiphora myrrha
Ancient’s used Myrrh in religious ceremonies dating back thousands of years. This balsamic essential oil is known for its calming and medicinal properties. It is classified as a shrub Myrrh trees can grow up to 30 feet high. When the heartwood of the tree is pierced a resin oozes out and hardens into reddish-brown droplets called “tears.” Myrrh Essential Oil is renowned in aromatherapy circles for its ability to act as a servant oil. It aids in meditation and healing.
Country of Origin:
Ethiopia, South Africa, Egypt
Extraction Method:
Steam Distilled
Botanical Family:
Burseraceae
Chemical Families:
Sesqiterpenes, Ketones
Precautions
- Non-toxic
- Non-irritating
Therapeutic Properties
The high sesquiterpene content contributes to the anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects of Myrrh. Myrrh was highly prized amongst the Arabians because of its ability to treat skin conditions such as wrinkles, chapped, and cracked skin. Like Clove Bud, Myrrh is used in a significant number of oral hygiene products.
| Analgesic | Anti-inflammatory | Antibacterial |
| Antifungal | Astringent | Cicatrisant |
| Decongestant | Skin Healing | Warming |
| Anti-infectious | Anti-parasitic | Antihyperthyroid |
| Immune System Support | Carminative | Stomachic |
| Anticatarrhal | Expectorant | Diaphoretic |
| Vulnerary | Local Antiseptic | Immune Stimulant |
| Circulatory Stimulant | Antispasmodic | Antimicrobial |
| Antioxidant | Skin Cell Regenative |
Body Systems Applications
Circulatory System
Circulatory System
Digestive System
Digestive System
Digestive Upset & Cramping
Apply topically to abdomen or take in capsule to relieve symptoms.
Endocrine System
Endocrine System
Thyroid Health
Apply topically over thyroid and bottoms of feet to help support a healthy thyroid.
Immune System
Immune System
Infection & Virus
Take internally in a capsule or apply to the bottoms of your feet to help boost the immune system.
Integumentary System
Integumentary System
Gum Disease & Bleeding
Apply topically to gums to soothe complaints and relieve symptoms.
Fine Lines
Apply topically to affected areas of concern.
Eczema & Wounds
Apply to the affected areas, especially to weeping areas to help relieve symptoms.
Limbic System
Limbic System
Depression, Calming & Anxiety
Apply topically to flex points or diffuse to help calm, reduce depression or anxiety.
Emotional Balance
Use aromatically and topically to get an emotional balance boost.
Lymphatic System
Lymphatic System
Muscular System
Muscular System
Nervous System
Nervous System
Reproductive System
Reproductive System
Respiratory System
Respiratory System
Congestion & Mucus
Apply topically to chest and diffuse aromatically to clear airways and dry up congestion.
Skeletal System
Skeletal System
Urinary System
Urinary System
Safety
Myrrh Essential Oil can be possibly toxic in high concentrations, and should not be used during pregnancy.