Myrrh Essential Oil

• INCI Name: Commiphora Myrrha (Myrrh) Oil
• Botanical Name: Commiphora myrrha
• Part used: Resin (Gum)
• Extraction method: Steam distilled essential oil
• CAS #: 8016-37-3 ; 84929-26-0
• Appearance: Amber yellow to brown coloured viscous liquid
• Odour: Warm, sweet-earthy, smooth, dense aroma
• Note classification: Base note, fixative
• Solubility: Soluble in alcohols and fixed oils; insoluble in water
• Quality: 100% pure and natural
• Microbial and heavy metal testing: Conforms to specification (aerobic bacterial count, yeast and mould, Candida albicans, E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus all within limits; lead, arsenic and mercury all within limits)
• Storage: Keep in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place, protected from sunlight

• Rich, warm, sweet-earthy aroma that acts as a natural fixative, helping to slow the evaporation of lighter notes in a blend
• 100% pure and natural, steam-distilled directly from myrrh resin
• Versatile base note suited to natural perfumery, aromatherapy blending, and cosmetic and personal care formulations
• Batch-tested for microbial purity and heavy metals, with results conforming to specification
• Long shelf life when stored correctly, with a generous best-before window from manufacture

• Handling: wear protective gloves and eye/face protection; avoid breathing vapour; wash thoroughly after handling; keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources
• Skin contact: wash with plenty of water; seek medical advice if irritation or a rash occurs
• Eye contact: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, removing contact lenses if present and easy to do; seek medical advice if irritation persists
• Ingestion: do not induce vomiting; rinse mouth with water if conscious; call a physician or poison control centre immediately
• Storage: keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat and direct sunlight
• Full CoA, MSDS, TDS and IFRA Certificate available on request

What does Myrrh Essential Oil smell like?
A warm, sweet-earthy aroma with a smooth, dense, resinous character. It's classified as a base note and fixative, so the scent lingers and helps anchor other notes in a blend.

Is Myrrh Essential Oil pure and natural?
Yes — it's 100% pure and natural, steam-distilled from the resin (gum) of Commiphora myrrha.

Is it safe to apply directly to skin?
No. In concentrate it's classified as a skin sensitiser and can cause mild skin and eye irritation. Always dilute appropriately before topical use, and patch-test the finished formulation.

What can I use Myrrh Essential Oil for?
It's commonly used in natural perfumery as a fixative base note, in aromatherapy blending, and in cosmetic and personal care formulations, always within IFRA usage guidelines for the intended product category.

How much can I use in my formulation?
Maximum use levels vary by IFRA product category — for example, 0.67% for lip products (Category 1) and 1.23% for products with oral and lip exposure (Category 6), with higher allowances for many other categories. Check the full IFRA Certificate for the category relevant to your finished product.

Is it hazardous to the environment?
It's classified as hazardous to the aquatic environment for both acute and long-term effects, so it should never be allowed to enter drains, waterways or water sources.

How should I store it?
In a tightly closed container, in a cool, dry place, protected from sunlight and heat sources.