Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Myrrh
- Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha)
Myrrh oil comes from the resin (dried sap) of the Commiphora myrrha tree. It has a warm, spicy scent.
Properties
[edit | edit source]Digestive
[edit | edit source]Relieves indigestion, flatulence, diarrhea and hemorrhoids.
Gynecological
[edit | edit source]Relieves menstrual pain.
Immunological
[edit | edit source]Stimulates the immune system.
Respiratory
[edit | edit source]Alleviates bronchitis, catarrh, coughs and symptoms of a cold.
Skin
[edit | edit source]Alleviates eczema, skin ulcers and athlete's foot.
Caution
[edit | edit source]- Don't use myrrh oil during pregnancy.
