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Myrtle Essential Oil
Myrtus communis
Myrtle Essential Oil Profile Information
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| Common Name |
- Myrtle Essential Oil, Sweet Myrtle
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| Botanical Name |
- Myrtus communis |
| Country of Origin |
- Tunisia |
| Parts Used |
- Blossoms |
| Extraction |
- Steam Distillation |
| Technical Data |
- Myrtle Oil CofA |
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General - Myrtle essential oil, Myrtus communis, A coarse, stiff, shrub or small, slender, tree; from to 3-8 feet. The bark is brownish-gray and smooth; leaves narrow at the base. Leaves oblong to lance-shaped, 1-4 inches long, reduced at the tip of the branches, often sparingly toothed, dark green and shiny above, paler and sometimes hairy beneath; leathery, evergreen, with waxy globules. The green berries are covered, when mature, with a pale blue, lavender or grayish-white aromatic wax in microscopic rounded particles used in making candles which burn with a pleasing fragrance. Essential oil is steam distilled from the leaf.
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Myrtle essential oil, Myrtus communis, blends well with
the following essential oils: eucalyptus,
lavender, rosemary,
ylang ylang, and spice oils.
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Cautions - Moderately toxic, use in small amounts, can cause skin irritation and can be a mucous membrane irritant.
Dilute before use.
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Properties - Analgesic, anticonvulsant, antineuralgic, expectorant, antirheumatic, antiseptic, astringent, stimulant,
tonic (for hair).
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All of our oils are 100% pure and natural,
of therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides.
Although all of our products are of
premium quality, our essential oils are not certified
organic.
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Sweet Myrtle Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential oils can also be used in soap
making
ingredients,
lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body
fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more. |
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| Essential Oil Safety |
Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil Safety
Never use Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils as a substitute for necessary medical care. Keep oils tightly closed and out of reach of children. Never ingest undiluted essential oils. Don't use undiluted oils on your skin. Dilute oils with vegetable oils, one to three drops per tablespoon. Keep oils away from eyes and mucous membranes. Skin test oils before using. Dilute a small amount and apply to the skin of your inner arm or back of knee. Do not use if redness or irritation occurs. If redness, burning, itching or irritation occur, stop using oil immediately. Use less rather than more.
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Ingredients