Benefits and uses of myrrh essential oil

Benefits and Uses of Myrrh

• Powerful cleansing properties, especially for the mouth and throat
• Soothing to the skin; promotes a smooth, youthful-looking complexion
• Promotes emotional balance and well-being
• It's said to impact our sense of maternal connection and healthy attachment, especially relating to trust, abandonment, trauma, and feeling unsafe.
• Add 1–2 drops to toothpaste for added cleansing benefits and to promote oral health.
• Myrrh essential oil blends well with Frankincense, Lavender, Sandalwood and all spice oils. 

DIY Mouthwash: 
In a glass container, mix the following:

• 1/2 c Filtered Water
• 1 tsp Calcium Magnesium Powder and
• 2 drops each Cinnamon, Peppermint, Clove and Myrrh essential oils.

Rinse mouth after you brush your teeth.


Favourite benefits and uses of frankincense

Our favourite ways to use frankincense

•  For seasonal immune support - rub 1 drop of Frankincense on the bottoms of the feet each day.
•  For stress - rub 1 drop of Frankincense on the back of the neck. Also, at the end of a long day, you can add 1 drop of Frankincense and 1 drop of Lavender to a warm bath and soak.
• When you or someone around you is not feeling well or you feel like you're coming down with something - place 10 drops each of Frankincense, OnGuard, Lemon, and Oregano in a 10ml glass roller ball. Fill the rest of the bottle up with Fractionated Coconut Oil. Then, rub a few swipes on the bottoms of your feet each day.
• Headache relief - place 1 drop of Frankincense and 1 drop of Copiaba under the tongue.
• To reduce the appearance of wrinkles, scars, or blemishes - add 1 drop of Frankincense to your favorite face cream and rub into the skin.
• Because of its emotional and spiritual effect, the high vibrational aroma of frankincense essential oil is commonly used in prayer and meditation, helping a person drop out of their mind and ego and move into presence with their spirit or center of consciousness.

Menstrual Discomfort Blend: 
Massage 2 drops Sandalwood and 2 drops Frankincense over the abdomen and lower back to ease discomfort.

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