Myrrh

A thematic fragrance from fine perfumery containing natural Myrrh absolute oil (a product we also have in stock).

Our exclusive 13.5 ml (0.46 fl. oz.) bottle made of special transparent neutral glass enhances the chromatic properties of the various oils: each is visible in its natural color, as unique as the scent it emanates.
Each bottle is equipped with a special transparent heat-shrink polymer seal to guarantee (in compliance with regulations) its tamper-proof integrity.

Myrrh absolute (the basis of our composition) is obtained through solvent extraction from the resin. It appears as a dark red liquid with a characteristic, warm, spicy-balsamic scent with a medicinal undertone, and is very persistent. It blends well with benzoin and oakmoss absolutes, spicy oils, and the essential oils of cypress, geranium, juniper, frankincense, lavender, mandarin, mint, frankincense, opoponax, patchouli, sandalwood, and red thyme.

The natural absolute oil of myrrh (present in our composition), completely non-toxic and non-irritating, has antiseptic, balsamic, stimulating, and tonic properties; it is an excellent remedy for chapped skin, itching, and the development of wrinkles. The resin has been used in medicine since ancient times (its use is cited in sources dating back over 3,700 years). In addition to being burned to obtain aromatic fumigations, it was used by the ancient Egyptians in the embalming process as well as in the preparation of cosmetics and perfumes.

Myrrh essence, like natural absolute, is used as a fixative and as a fragrance component in perfumery and cosmetics.

Native to East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, myrrh is a shrub that grows up to ten meters tall, with sturdy, gnarled branches, aromatic leaves, and small white flowers. The trunk exudes a natural oleoresin which, when solidified, takes on the appearance of reddish-brown tears known as "myrrh gum". To increase yield, harvesters make incisions in the tree's bark.