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What Is Myrrh Oil?

Myrrh, commonly known as “Commiphora myrrha” is a plant native to Egypt. In ancient Egypt and Greece, Myrrh was used in perfumes and to heal wounds.

The essential oil obtained from the plant is extracted from the leaves through the process of steam distillation and has beneficial medicinal properties.

The chief constituents of myrrh essential oil include acetic acid, cresol, eugenol, cadinene, alpha-pinene, limonene, formic acid, heerabolene and sesquiterpenes.

Uses of Myrrh Oil

Myrrh essential oil blends well with other essential oils like sandalwood, tea tree, lavender, frankincense, thyme and rosewood. Myrrh essential oil is valued highly for its use in spiritual offerings and aromatherapy.

Myrrh essential oil is used in the following ways:

In aromatherapy
In incense sticks
In perfumes
To treat skin diseases like eczema, scars and blemishes
To treat hormonal imbalances
To alleviate mood swings

Benefits of Myrrh Oil

Myrrh essential oil contains astringent, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiseptic, circulatory, antispasmodic, carminative, diaphoretic, stomachic, stimulant and anti-inflammatory properties.

The main health benefits include:

1. Stimulates blood circulation

Myrrh essential oil has stimulating properties that play a role in stimulating blood circulation and supplying oxygen to the tissues. Increased blood flow to all parts of the body helps attain a proper metabolic rate and maintains overall health.

2. Promotes sweating

Myrrh oil increases perspiration and promotes sweating. Increased sweating enlarges the pores of the skin and helps eliminate excess water, salt and harmful toxins from the body. Perspiration also cleanses the skin and allows harmful gases like nitrogen to escape.

3. Inhibits microbial growth

Myrrh oil contains antimicrobial properties and does not allow any microbes to grow in your body. It also helps in treating microbial infections like food poisoning, measles, mumps, cold and cough. Unlike antibiotics, myrrh essential oil does not have any side effects.