Myrtle Essential Oil
Myrtle Essential Oil
Description
Myrtle essential oil comes from a small tree with many tough slender boughs. It has a brownish red bark with small pointed leaves. It produces flowers which turn into black berries; both the flowers and leaves are very fragrant.
Details
Botanical Name: Myrtus communis
Plant Part: Blossom
Extraction Method: Steam
Colour: Pale yellow to orange essential oil
Consistency: Light / Thin.
Note: Middle to Top
Strength of Aroma: Myrtle essential oil is characterized as being antiseptic, an astringent, bactericidal, and as an expectorant. Aromatherapy applications include usage to combat sore throats and coughs.
Blends Well With: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove, Hyssop, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Lavender (All), Peppermint (All), Rosemary (All), Spearmint, Thyme (All), and Tea Tree.
Aromatic Scent: Myrtle essential oil has a clear, fresh scent that is slightly camphoraceous much like Eucalyptus.
History: The ancient Egyptians used Myrtle, a plant native to Africa, to remedy sore throats and coughs. As early as 1867 there is also evidence that the essential oil was commonly being used by medical practitioners.