Myrrh Oil

Good for your spiritual self, myrrh is the "wonder" element that helps you to relax and connect with your inner self.

Apart from psychological issues the oil also addresses several physical ailments. It is also a great toner for your skin.

The use of myrrh can be traced back to centuries in history. Egyptians used this as part of their ancient ritual during mummification. This formed part of many medicines used in ancient China. Greeks too used myrrh as a medicine for treating battle wounds.

Steam distillation of the commiphora myrrh plant yields myrrh oil. The gum like resin from the tree is dried. Oil is extracted from these dried resins. The 5 meter tall tree is a native of Somalia, Yemen and Arabia.

Uses of Myrrh Oil

• Myrrh oil is effective in the treatment of mouth and gum conditions, like gingivitis, mouth ulcer and spongy gums.
• Suffering from dry skin problems? Just apply some myrrh oil. It also treats other skin conditions like eczema, ringworm and bedsores.
• The oil is very effective for treating coughs, colds, bronchitis and sore throats.
• It is effective in treating various female conditions.

Tips for using Myrrh Oil

• Myrrh blends well with essential oils like sandalwood, benzoin, lavender, clove and frankincense.
• The use of the oil should be avoided during pregnancy.
• Consult with an expert aromatherapist for dosage proportions. Myrrh in high dose can be toxic.
• If you are suffering from kidney problems, do consult with your doctor before using myrrh oil.

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