Myrrh Essential Oil Uses
Statements with asterisks refer to internal use. PLEASE understand essential oils are highly concentrated and many people have done serious damage to themselves by ingesting essential oils. I am not promoting or advocating for the ingestion of essential oils. Do so at your own risk as well as do your own research, and consult a physician when necessary.
Primary Benefits
- Powerful cleansing properties, especially for the mouth and throat
- Soothing to the skin; promotes a smooth, youthful-looking complexion
- Promotes emotional balance and well-being when diffused
Myrrh has a warm, rich, balsamic, earthy scent that blends best with Frankincense, but also Lavender, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Juniper, Geranium, Rosemary, Sage, Clove, Patchouli, and Peppermint.
Myrrh increases spiritual awareness and promotes a creative, inspiring, energetic mood when used in aromatherapy and massage.
Diffuse Myrrh to help promote awareness and uplift your mood.
This essential oil promotes emotional balance and well-being.
It has powerful cleansing properties, especially for the mouth and throat.
Myrrh can be used to support healthy immune function and response, the respiratory system, and the health of the mouth and throat.*
It may help to support healthy respiratory function.*
Soothing to the skin, Myrrh promotes a smooth, youthful looking complexion.
Add one to two drops to toothpaste for added cleansing benefits.
Add to your lotion/moisturizer to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Add one to two drops of Myrrh to one-fourth cup of water with a little agave or honey to help ease the stomach.*
Put one drop in two ounces of water and gargle for an effective mouth rinse.
Add one drop of it to a daily moisturizer to help promote youthful looking skin.
Diffuse Myrrh when tension levels are high.
May help to promote healthy immune function and response.*
Myrrh has surface cleansing properties.
It may support healthy cellular function.*
It helps to relax the musculoskeletal system and relieve tension.*
Combine a few drops of Myrrh with Wild Orange and Roman Chamomile and add to your bath for an aromatherapy experience that also promotes healthy looking skin.
Try diffusing Myrrh during the holidays to maintain peaceful feelings throughout the home.
Common Uses
- Add 1–2 drops to toothpaste for added cleansing benefits
- Diffuse to help promote awareness and lift your mood.
- Add to your lotion/moisturizer to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
- Add 1–2 drops to ¼ cup of water with a little agave or honey to help ease the stomach.*
Directions for Use
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with fractionated coconut oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
Cautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
*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.