Myrrh is a natural, amber-coloured gum resin extracted from small thorny trees, used as a perfume, incense, and medicine throughout history. Known in Zulu as "Imure," the resin is steam-distilled to release an essential oil with a slightly woody, spicy fragrance. Our Namibian Myrrh, Commiphora wildii, is a near-endemic tree found only in the remote north-western deserts of Namibia. Its resin is naturally exuded during the hot, dry months and sustainably wild-harvested by OvaHimba women, who walk for kilometres across the desert to gather it — a tradition that has long provided them with their treasured natural perfume, and continues to support their families and communities to this day.
FRAGRANCE
Warm and balsamic, with a clean, slightly spicy citrus brightness. Turpentine-like at first, softening into an amber, woody base — distinct from classic myrrh, with more lift and freshness.
Imure MYRRH 100% Essential Oil
Latin Name: Commiphora Wildii
Family: Burseraceae
Common Names of Burseraceae: Imure (Zulu), Corkwood, Commiphora (English), Kanniedood (Afrikaans)
Uses: As cited in reputable literature, Myrrh has been used since ancient times for its antibacterial and antifungal properties — traditionally used as an antiseptic in mouthwashes, gargles, and toothpaste, and to ease toothache. It has also traditionally been applied topically for abrasions and minor skin ailments, bruises, aches, and sprains, and used to support digestion, ease colds, coughs, and lung congestion, and soothe arthritic pain.
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Quirky Uses:
- Used by the ancient Egyptians in sun-worshipping rituals and during mummification
- Greek soldiers carried a phial of Myrrh oil into battle to help stop bleeding wounds
- Traditionally used as a mood enhancer
Extraction: Steam-distilled
5 ml
