How To Clear Your Mind, Body, And Spirit With Myrrh.

Dear Friends,

Plant Origin: Somalia


Extraction Method: Steam distilled from gum/resin

Myrrh has been well-known since biblical times, and it was one of the gifts given to the baby Jesus by the three wise men. These days, therapeutic-grade essential oil of myrrh is used for its tonic, astringent, stretch marks, a powerful antioxidant, anti - tumoral, anti inflammatory, antiviral, and anti - parasitic properties, as well as to enhance spiritual awareness.

Therapeutic-grade essential myrrh oil has some of the highest concentrations of sesquiterpenes found in any oil. These compounds directly affect the hypothalamus, pituitary gland and the amygdald, which is thought to be the seat of our emotions.

Self healing remedies and general uses:

· Because of the high concentrations of these compounds in myrrh therapeutic-grade essential oil, it is frequently used by people who meditate to get deeper into their practice.

· It is a very popular ingredient in incense, or it can be diluted in water and used as a room spray before you meditate.

· Not only can therapeutic-grade essential myrrh oil help you focus in meditation, it can also give you focus and clarity throughout the day and is said to be a particularly helpful fragrance for dispelling feelings of apathy.

· In Biblical times, myrrh was thought to be a binder and fragrant enhancer, heal wrinkled, chapped, or cracked skin. The oil is astringent and can help clear up the skin.

· It is also thought to be an antiseptic and has also been used to help heal wounds.

· People used it as a treatment for athlete's foot, acne, broken skin and many other skin ailments.

· Myrrh has also been used through history to treat muscle pain and rheumatism as well as to stimulate the blood, and therapeutic-grade myrrh essential oil can be used in the same way.

· Another popular use for myrrh oil is in oral hygiene, where it is used to treat pain and sores of the mouth and gums.

· It is also said to be good for the glandular system, helping to regulate the prostate and thyroid, as well as straightening out gynecological problems.

· Myrrh therapeutic grade essential oil has a very strong scent that is often described as balsamic. It is musky and smoky and smells a lot like the incense it is commonly used in.

· Myrrh is great for blending with other strong-scented oils like frankincense, clove and sandalwood.

· Myrrh oil can be used aromatically, topically and internally. it may cause skin sensitivity so it should be diluted in a quality vegetable carrier oil before being used on the skin.

· A drop should also be diluted in four ounces of soy, rice or almond milk before taking myrrh oil internally.

· Pregnant women should not use myrrh oil.

· Please Note: As with other therapeutic-grade essential oils, make sure you wash and rinse your hands thoroughly before and after working with myrrh oil and avoid getting it in your eyes. Keep all therapeutic-grade essential oils out of the reach of children

Success To Your Wellness Plans,
Emma Sanford, RN
Founder & Wellness Consultant
Good Health - Good Scents
www.goodhealth-goodscents.com

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