Myrrh oil has a warm, rich, earthy, woody balsamic odor, is golden yellow/brown in color and has a medium to heavy consistency. Myrrh has been used for centuries as an ingredient in incense, perfumes, and for embalming and fumigations in Ancient Egypt. In folk tradition it was used for muscular pains and in rheumatic plasters. Called mo yao in China, it has been used since at least 600 BC primarily as a wound herb and blood stimulant. Traditional uses: Myrrh is thought to enhance spirituality. Aromatherapists use it as an aid in meditation or before healing. It is used as well to treat aging skin and it has antiseptic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and astringent properties. Main bio chemical constituents are heerabolene, limonene, dipentene, pinene, eugenol, cinnamaldehyde, cuminaldehyde and cadinene. Blends well with frankincense, lavender, palmarosa, patchouli, rosewood, sandalwood, and tea tree.
Cautions: Mildly toxic when taken internally (no essential oil should be taken internally without the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner). Should be avoided during pregnancy.
