Botanical Name: Commiphora myrrha Plant Part: Resin Country Of Origin: France Method Of Extraction: Steam Distillation Aroma: Smoky and slightly musky aroma.

Strongly antiseptic. Tonifies and rejuvenates the skin. Soothes inflamed tissue. Useful for meditation, weakness and lack of incentive. Its drying action is effective against excessive mucous in the lungs. Used to ease bronchitis, colds and sore throats. Myrrh is antiseptic, astringent, deodorant, disinfectant and diuretic and is one of the most renowned incenses along with frankincense. It is thought to enhance spirituality and may be used either in an oil burner or inhaled directly.

Lifts feelings of weakness, apathy and lack of incentive and also has a cooling effect on heated emotions. Recommended in cases of bronchitis, colds, sore throats, and coughs. Stimulates and invigorates the immune system. It is specially valuable for wounds that are slow to heal and for weepy eczema and athlete's foot.

Blends well with clove, frankincense, lavender and sandalwood.