Essential oil - Organic Red Myrtle

• INCI Name: Myrtus communis leaf oil
• Botanical name: Myrtus communis myrtenylacetiferum (Red Myrtle)
• Part of the plant extracted: Leaves and stems
• Extraction process: Steam distillation

Culture & Origin

Red myrtle has been known to our ancestors for millennia, for its spiritual virtues and its health benefits. Indeed, red myrtle was considered a sacred plant by the Persians, who saw in this plant a symbol of youth and love. The Greeks and Romans also used it in many rites throughout Antiquity.

In ancient Greece, young spouses wore a myrtle wreath during the wedding ceremony.

Today, red myrtle is only used in the form of essential oil. It is obtained by distillation of the leaves and stem of the plant.

Health Properties

Helps stimulate natural defenses :

• Organic red myrtle essential oil has many virtues. It is particularly known for its antispasmodic action, useful in cases of cough, bronchitis or sinusitis thanks to its concentration in myrtenyl acetate.
  It also helps to support natural defenses, making it an interesting essential oil to use in diffusion to help fight against the proliferation of viruses and bacteria.

Soothes ENT and respiratory disorders :

• Thanks to its expectorant, mucolytic and antitussive properties, ENT infections are effectively soothed with organic red myrtle essential oil. It is indeed very effective in providing comfort in cases of disorders and clearing the respiratory tract. For this use, we advise you to dilute one drop of essential oil in 4 drops of a vegetable oil and then massage the back, spine and soles of the feet.

Soothes joint and muscle tension :

• Applied topically, diluted beforehand in a vegetable oil, organic red myrtle essential oil will also be recommended to help restore comfort and promote mobility in cases of joint or muscle tension. It can thus be used to soothe aches or cramps in athletes, or simply to relieve a tense area with light massages.

Promotes digestion :

• The antispasmodic properties of red myrtle can also be used to restore digestive comfort in cases of disorders such as spasms, bloating or gas. To regain well-being, we advise you to dilute 2 drops of organic red myrtle essential oil in a vegetable oil, before gently massaging your stomach clockwise.

Cosmetic Properties

Stimulates cell regeneration and fights skin infections :

• Organic red myrtle essential oil is an excellent skin care product as it is anti-infectious and toning. In addition, it inhibits bacteria responsible for skin lesions and promotes skin healing. It is a true elixir of vitality, which promotes cell regeneration and brings life back to the most damaged skin. For cosmetic use, you can use it diluted in a vegetable oil before applying to the affected areas, or use it as an active ingredient in your homemade cosmetic recipes.

Contributes to circulatory well-being :

• Thanks to its decongestant action, organic red myrtle essential oil also provides valuable help in relieving discomfort associated with circulatory disorders.
  Applied as a targeted massage, it helps to regain well-being in cases of sensations of heavy legs, edema or varicose veins. For this use, you can add a few drops of this essential oil to a vegetable oil, before massaging the legs from the ankles up to the knees to stimulate blood microcirculation and also prevent water retention.

Soothes skin disorders :

• Organic red myrtle essential oil has antibacterial and antiseptic properties, which can be very useful in cases of eczema, skin fungus or parasitosis as natural support. To regain comfort, dilute one drop of essential oil in four drops of a vegetable oil, then massage the infected area once or twice a day until improvement.

Usage tips

Stimulating, toning and decongestant, organic red myrtle essential oil will be mainly recommended to help regain comfort in cases of circulatory disorders, ENT disorders or muscle and joint tension.
In atmospheric diffusion, its fresh scent will help create a purifying and refreshing atmosphere, while sanitizing the air and limiting the proliferation of viruses and bacteria.

In cosmetic use, this essential oil will be useful for promoting circulatory well-being, and for helping to purify the skin for combination, oily or problem skin. Mature or sensitive skin also appreciates it for helping to reduce redness and promote regeneration and healing.

Organic red myrtle essential oil can be used alone, or in combination with other essential oils to enhance its various virtues. It can thus be combined with grapefruit, Italian helichrysum or juniper essential oils, for example, to boost its circulatory benefits.