Myrrh oil is acquired from myrrh resins which come from myrrh tree, scientifically called as Commiphora myrrha that is belongs to Burseraceae family. Myrrh oil is also known as bola, gum and hirabol myrrh. Myrrh is a small tree that can grow up to 5 meters (16 feet) in height with light bark and knotted branches and has small white flowers.
Myrrh tree is native to Somalia, Arabia and Yemen and commonly grown in Northern Africa and the Middle East. When bark is cut, gum raisins exudes, sap like substance which has a unique sweet and smoky aroma.

Benefits and Uses:

1. Myrrh oil is used in fragrance industry as fixative and as base for perfume.

2. It is used to detoxify the body, expelling mucus and phlegm from the body.

3. Myrrh oil is used to treat hay fever and heal herpes.

4. It is effective against skin ailments as it maintains skin health, prevents sign of aging and soothes cracked or chapped skin.

5. It helps in eliminates dental infections; used as a mouthwash.

6. It is added to creams and lotions to help relieve from skin infections such as athlete's foot, ring worms, weeping eczema, bedsores, carbuncles and acne.

7. It is used for treatment of respiratory issues such as cough, asthma (More Essential Oil for Asthma), sore throat and congestion.

8. It is used for aromatherapy; it provides relaxation to body.

9. It has antioxidant quality; it protects liver from damage.

10. It is used for treatment of cancer as it reduces proliferation or replication of cancer cells especially in gynecological cancers.

11. It is effective against wounds and prevents infections or minor skin irritation such as athlete's foot, ring worm and acne as it has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal benefits.

12. It is used for treatment of fascioliasis infection.

13. It helps in digestion as it provides relieve in digestive issues such as stomach upset, diarrhea, flatulence, dyspepsia and indigestion.

14. It helps in eliminates dental infections, prevent gum disease and mouth infection, it is used as an ingredient in mouthwash and toothpaste.

15. It is used for treatment for hypothyroidism or a low functioning thyroid; it reduces stress as well.

16. It strengthens roots in the scalp as it prevents hair loss due to its astringent effects.