MYRRH
Botanical name: Commiphora myrrha

Also Known As (AKA):  Hirabol Myrrh, Common Myrrh, Myrrha

Therapeutic Benefit - Mind:  Myrrh lifts feelings of weakness and apathy. It also is cooling, clearing, grounding and rejuvenating.

Therapeutic Benefit - 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 Benefit - Spirit:  Myrrh opens the base chakra and allows a person to surrender to blessing. It is also used is consecration, protection, purification, devotion and casting out ceremonies. Myrrh helps release deep seated trauma and improve self-esteem.

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.

Action Word:  Antiseptic

Color Energy:  Red - Stimulating

Fragrance:  Balsamic, sharp, spicy, warm, earthy, woodsy

Note:  Base Note

Color of Oil:  Golden yellow to brown

Major Chemical Constituents:  benzofuran, cadinene, curzerene, elemene

Common Adulterants:  Refined myrrh

Blends well with:  Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Galbanum, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Mandarin, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Pine, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Spearmint, Tea Tree, Thyme

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.

Warnings:  Avoid during pregnancy.