Myrrh
Commiphora Myrrh
Description:
Shrubs or small trees up to 33ft/10m high with knotted branches, aromatic leaves and small white flowers. The trunk yields oleo-resin (myrrh)
Actions:
anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, astringent, balsamic, carminative, cicatrizant, expectorant, fungicidal, sedative, stimulant, stomachic, tonic, uterine, vulnerary
Extraction:
Resinoid (and resin absolute) are obtained by solvent extraction from the crude myrrh. The oil is extracted by steam distillation.
Characteristics:
The essential oil is pale yellow to amber, oily liquid with a warm, slightly spicy-medicinal odour. It blends well with frankincense, sandalwood, benzoin, cypress, juniper, mandarin, geranium, patchouli, thyme, mints, lavender, pine
Perfume:
Scent:
Bitter-spicy, rich, balsamic, resinous, long lasting
Key Qualities:
Purifying, uplifting, revitalising, sedative,(to nervous system), restorative, soothing
Odour Intensity:
High
Aromatherapy Use:
Skin Care:
Athlete's foot, chapped and cracked skin, eczema, ringworm, wounds, wrinkles, mature complexion
Circulation, Muscles & Joints:
Arthritis
Digestive System:
diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence, hemorrhoids, loss of appetite
Respiratory System:
Asthma, bronchitis, catarrh, colds, coughs, sore throat, voice loss
Genitourinary System:
Amenorrhea, leukorrhea, pruritus, thrush
Other Uses:
Treats gum infections, mouth ulcers
Safety Data:
Nonirritant, nonsensitising WARNING: This oil is not be used during pregnancy. Do not use in high concentrations.
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The treatments listed on this site relies on alternative healing with essential oils, and please note that no clinical trials or results are available and rests heavily on anecdotal proof.
