Myrtle, Myrtus communis
Essential Oil
Obtained by steam distillation of the leaves and twigs. Yellow to orange heavier oil with a fresh camphoraceous and herbaceous odour.
Main Components: cineol, myrtenol, pinene, geraniol, linalool.
Actions*:
antiseptic, astringent, balsamic, expectorant, sedative.
Applications*: acne, haemorrhoids, oily skin, asthma, bronchitis, coughs for children, colds, flu.
Safety data: non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing.
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