Description

Sweet Myrrh resin is a sap like substance that exudes from the barks of the Commiphora holtziana tree. Traditionally, Sweet Myrrh was used as a fragrance, for embalming bodies by Egyptians, as food flavouring, for treating wounds and the paste was used to stop bleeding and as a treatment of hay fever. It was often burned at funerals and solemn occasions as a symbol of suffering.

Botanical Name: Commiphora holtziana

Aromatic Description: Amber, woody, smoky and sweet

Part of plant distilled: Resin.

Colour: Greenish with a viscous consistency.

Main compounds: Terpenoids and sesquiterpenes.

Method of Extraction: Steam distillation.

Properties: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal and therapeutic.

BENEFITS

SKIN AND HAIR CARE–

• Soothes cracked patches.
• Prevents aging and reduces wrinkles.
• Moisturizes skin and keeps it healthy.
• Tones the skin and helps to clear marks and scars.
• Prevents hair loss by strengthening roots.

PARASITE CONTROL

• Fights fasciolasis.
• Helps decrease the symptoms of the infection as well as parasite’s egg count.

RELAXATION

• Used for massages as a muscle relaxant.
• Eases troubled thoughts by quieting the mind.
• Sets a tranquil yet intense mood.

 HEALTH

• Relieves respiratory diseases by relieving congestion and reducing phlegm.
• Helps treat ‘hyperthyroidism’.
• Treats athletes’ foot and ring worms.
• Promotes tissue repair and clears toxins from the body.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

AROMATICALLY:

• Add a few drops into your diffuser.
• Add several drops to your hot bath.
• Add to household cleaning agents.
• Add a few drops in hot water or onto a hot towel and inhale.
• Blend with other oils and spray.

TOPICALLY:

Always conduct a test patch on the inner forearm by applying diluted essential oil and give it time, if it does not show adverse reactions use on other parts of the body.

• Mix with carrier oils and apply on hair or skin.
• Rub a few drops between your palms.
• Add to your moisturizer for toning and rejuvenation of the skin.
• Add a few drops to a damp towel and apply directly to inflamed areas.
• Place a hot towel with a few drops of the oil on the chest for respiratory decongestion.

OTHER:

• Dilute and burn in an oil burner.

CAUTION!! 

• Not for internal use.
• If with any medical condition related to heart or skin consult a medic first.
• Keep away from sunlight.
• Slightly flammable. Store away from heat.
• Avoid contact with eyes, nose, ears and mucous membranes.
• Do not use on already damaged skin.
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants, young children and people with serious medical conditions should ALWAYS consult a physician before using essential oils.