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Latin Name: Commiphora myrrha
Common Name: Myrrh (aka Hirabol Myrrh, Common Myrrh, Myrrha)
Botanical Name: Commiphora myrrha
Botany: A dried sap from a small tough tiny tree, which grows in Africa and Arabia.
History: In ancient times Myrrh was used as a perfume, incense, and a medicine. Still today Myrrh is used in modern toiletries. Myrrh was also used as an embalming agent, and a fumigant for wine jars before bottling. It is mentioned in the Old Testament and is used in Christian liturgical celebrations.
Origin: Ethiopia
Plant Part: Resin
Extraction Method: Steam distilled
Cultivation Method: Wildcrafted
Fragrance: Balsamic, sharp, spicy, warm, earthy, woodsy
Color of Oil: Golden yellow to brown
Keyword: Antiseptic
Note: Base Note
Blends well with: Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Galbanum, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Mandarin, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Pine, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Spearmint, Tea Tree, Thyme
Therapeutic Benefits - Mind: Myrrh lifts feelings of weakness and apathy. It also is cooling, clearing, grounding and rejuvenating.
Therapeutic Benefits - Body: Myrrh is antiseptic, astringent, anti-infectious, and anti-inflammatory. It is revitalizing for aging, cracked skin and wrinkles. Myrrh can be used for abrasions, boils, skin ulcers, dandruff, weeping eczema, athlete’s foot, varicose veins, scars, wounds and cracked heels. Myrrh is especially good for oral hygiene issues such as gingivitis, gum disorders and mouth ulcers. It also works well as an expectorant for colds, coughs, and chest infections.
Therapeutic Benefits - Spirit: Myrrh opens the base chakra and allows a person to surrender to blessing. Myrrh helps release deep seated trauma and improve self-esteem.
Chemical Constituents: benzofuran, cadinene, curzerene, elemene
Common Adulterants: Refined myrrh
Application Method: Dilute 10 drops in 1 oz carrier oil, massage oil, or lotion and apply to skin or bath. Use 4 drops in 2 cups of hot water for a steam.
Warnings: Avoid during pregnancy.
Color Energy: Red - Stimulating
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