Description

Myrtle Essential Oil, Botanical Name Myrtus Communis, extract from Myrtle's leaves by steam distillation. The Myrtle most important properties are antiseptic and bactericidal, particularly in pulmonary and urinary infections, it is especially valuable in chronic conditions of the lungs and where there is a lot of bronchial catarrh. Because of its relative mildness, this is a very suitable oil to use for children's coughs and chest complaints. It is very well tolerated when used in normal 1%-3% dilution as a chest rub. It is a good choice for use on the chest, in inhalations or burners at night. Also is a good oil for elderly people both as a treatment and a preventative measure against chest infections. Myrtle oil is astringent, and has been used to reduce hemorrhoids. Because of this astringent quality, the leaves and flowers used to be used in skincare, good to adding Myrtle to the range of oils used to combat acne.

Myrtle oil is distilled from the young leaves or flowers blossom, and is pale yellow in color. It has a pleasant, clear, fresh smell, resembling Eucalyptus, but more delicate and less penetrating. The main constituent is cineol, with myrtenol, pinene, geraniol, linalol and camphene.

Well Blend with other Essential Oils Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove, Hyssop, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary, Spearmint, Thyme and Tea Tree. The note is Middle to Top.

100% Pure Natural Purity aromatherapy therapeutic quality Essential oil, no additive, no artificial color, no animal test.

Precautions : Used in smell amounts, it is slightly sedative.