Myrrh

Botanical Name: Commiphora Myrrha

Botany and Origins: Myrrh essential oil is steam distilled from the oleo-gum resin of Commiphora Myrrha trees. The arid tree grows throughout Africa and Arabia. It grows up to 5m with small leaves and white flowers. Used throughout history as an intoxicating perfume, incense and also used in Chinese and Ayurvedic practices.

Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled

Plant Part: Resin

Aromatic Scent: Rich, earthy, bitter and balsamic.

Fragrance Note: Base

Blending: 

Aromatic blending is a combination of creativity and science. Essential oils will evaporate at different rates because of their molecular compositions. Oils that evaporate the quickest, usually within 1-2 hours, are called top notes. Oils that evaporate within 2-4 hours are considered middle notes and oils that take the longest time to evaporate - up to a few days - are referred to as base notes. Each of our oils have the fragrance 'Note' listed on the bottle. We recommend the following formula in creating your personal blend: Top note: 2-3 drops; Middle note: 4-8 drops; Base note: 1-3 drops. 

We can feel a little different each day, so follow your nose and intuition when blending for your personal preference. 

Use: 2-3 drops in diffuser, full body bath, foot bath or diluted in 10ml carrier oil for massage. A few drops in cooking. 

Plant Compounds: a-pinene, cadinene, limonene, cuminaldehyde, eugenol, m-cresol, heerabolene, acetic acid, formic acid and other sesquiterpenes and acids.

These are beneficial natural plant compounds and they differ between each essential oil, giving each oil its distinct natural properties.

Note: Australian Body essential oils are 100% pure & natural and are stringently tested for purity. Please consult a qualified practitioner for specific advice on the use of this 100% pure essential oil.