Myrrh Essential Oil

Myrrh essential oil is solvent-extracted from the hardened resin tears of Commiphora myrrha, a thorny shrub native to the Horn of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, sourced here from Egypt. The resin — known as mo yao in Chinese medicine — has been used for over 2,600 years for embalming, fumigation, oral health, and wound care in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Its dominant constituent, furanoeudesma-1,3-diene, contributes to its warm, rich, balsamic aroma and its documented anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Botanical Profile

• Botanical Name: Commiphora myrrha
• Plant Part: Resin
• Origin: Egypt
• Processing Method: Solvent Extraction
• Main Constituent: Furanoeudesma-1,3-diene 44.25%
• Color & Consistency: Medium to viscous, amber to dark amber liquid
• Aroma: Middle note, medium strength — warm, rich, spicy-balsamic

Uses & Applications

• Oral health: Traditionally used in mouthwashes and gum preparations; add 1–2 drops to a carrier oil for oil pulling or dilute in water as a mouth rinse
• Skincare: Anti-inflammatory and wound-supportive; dilute to 1–2% in a carrier oil for mature, dry, or damaged skin
• Aromatherapy: Grounding and meditative; diffuse 2–3 drops per 100ml water
• Perfumery: Classic base note resin used in oriental, incense, and sacred fragrance blends

Blends Well With

Frankincense, Lavender, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Tea Tree, Thyme, Cedarwood

Dilution & Safety

Always dilute before topical application. Recommended dilution: 1–2% for facial use, 2–3% for body application. Avoid during pregnancy. A patch test is recommended prior to first use. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a dark glass container away from heat and light. Note: myrrh oil is viscous — warm the bottle gently in warm water if needed to improve flow.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.