Essential Oils
Myrtle (Myrtus communis)
£5.95
Myrtle is one of the essential oils which is safe for use with children’s ailments. It is particularly useful for respiratory problems.
Having a high tannin content is has found to be effective in the treatment of hemorrhoids.
10ml
Availability: 5 in stock
| AROMA | Fresh, spicy, camphoraceous top notes and floral, herbaceous undertones |
| BOTANICAL NAME | Myrtus communis |
| ORIGIN | Morocco |
| PLANT PART | Blossom |
| EXTRACTION METHOD: | Steam Distillation |
| PLANT FAMILY: | Myrtaceae |
| NOTE: | Top |
| PROPERTIES | Antiseptic, astringent, deodorant, expectorant, and sedative substance |
| SKIN: | Effective in bad cases of acne. Has a good astringent action. |
| MIND: | Psychologically Myrtle essential oil is clarifying, purifying and protective and can be useful for addictive, self-destructive and obsessive-compulsive behaviour. |
| BODY: | Myrtle is especially recommended for respiratory problems such as asthma, bronchitis, catarrh and coughs. |
| BLENDS WELL WITH | Spices and Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove, Hyssop, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary, Spearmint, Thyme, and Tea Tree. |
| MAIN CONSTITUENTS | Main chemical constituents: Cineole – up to 75%. Camphene, cineol, geraniol, linalool, a compound called myrtenol and pinene |
| CAUTION | Do not apply undiluted or internally |
