Learn about sweet myrtle's natural healing effects and how it is used successful in today's aromatherapy.
Myrtle is a large bush with many thin branches and pointed leaves. It has white flowers and black berries, the leaves and berries are used in aromatherapy. Myrtle can be found in the Mediterranean, North Africa and Iran. It is sought after for its antiseptic, aphrodisiac and refreshing, stimulating and uplifting mental characteristics. Myrtle's essential oil is steam distilled from its leaves, flowers and berries. Myrtle is used for its many properties. Properties such as bactericidal, expectorant and sedative are commonly prescribed for. Myrtle is often blended with bergamot, Clary sage, ginger, lavender, lemon, lime, neroli, and rosewood to create many mixtures for many different ailments.
Myrtle has been used throughout human existence for many different ailments. The Romans are said to have used myrtle or respiratory and urinary problems. The Egyptians used it for nervous afflictions. The Greeks thought that is was a symbol of immortality and used it in many love potions. In France the women drink myrtle tea to preserve their young looks. At one time during history myrtle was even thought to cure skin cancer, although there is no evidence of this.
Myrtle does wonders for oily skin since it has many antiseptic qualities and it cleanses deeply. It is also used as a compress and as a wash for acne, bruises and congested skin.
Today's herbalists prescribe myrtle with bergamot for burning in a child's room to reduce moisture to aid in the healing of bronchitis, flu symptoms and congested lungs. Myrtle is also prescribed for diarrhea and hemorrhoids.
Since myrtle's aroma is sweet and fresh it help aid in removing feelings of anger, it is very uplifting and can aid in mood changes. Myrtle when mixed with lime, neroli or rosewood when placed in vaporizer will help aid in relieving depression symptoms. Myrtle is also used in weddings: it is used to relieve the stress of the new bride.
Myrtle has many popular uses and healing properties, but when use for a long period may irritate the mucus membranes.
