Myrtle Essential Oil 10ml

Myrtle essential oil is a fresh, uplifting oil valued for respiratory support, skin care, and emotional balance. It comes from the leaves of Myrtus communis and is often used in aromatherapy, perfumery, and natural remedies.

🌿 Description

• Botanical name: Myrtus communis

• Plant family: Myrtaceae

• Extraction method: Steam distillation of leaves

• Colour & consistency: Pale yellow (Green Myrtle) or orange-red (Red Myrtle); thin consistency

• Aroma: Sweet, green, fresh, slightly camphorous; Green Myrtle is softer, Red Myrtle more camphorous due to higher 1,8-cineole content.

• Major constituents: α-Pinene, 1,8-Cineole, Myrtenyl acetate, Limonene, Linalool.

🌸 Uses & Benefits

• Respiratory support: Helpful for coughs, colds, bronchitis, and easing breathing; often diffused or inhaled.

• Skin care: Used for acne, boils, and balancing oily skin.

• Emotional well-being: Green Myrtle is calming, supports restful sleep, and eases anxiety.

• General wellness: May help with fatigue, exhaustion, insomnia, and urinary tract infections.

• Perfumery & flavouring: Traditionally used in perfumes, colognes, and even culinary flavouring.

🌟 Practical Applications

• Diffusion: Add 3–5 drops to a diffuser to freshen air and support clear breathing.

• Topical use: Dilute with a carrier oil for massage or skin application (avoid undiluted use).

• Blending: Pairs well with mint, citrus, herbaceous, and wood oils.

• Emotional rituals: Combine with lavender and lemon for focus, calm, and freshness.

⚠️ Safety Notes

• Always dilute before topical use to avoid irritation.

• Avoid use near the eyes or mucous membranes.

• Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult a professional before use.

• Not a substitute for medical treatment — use as supportive aromatherapy only.