What it is
Commiphora myrrha resin extract is obtained from the aromatic gum resin of the myrrh tree, long valued for its scent and traditional uses. In cosmetics it acts as a skin-conditioning and mildly astringent botanical and can contribute aroma to a formula. It typically appears at low levels as a supporting plant ingredient.
Safety & warnings
Myrrh resin extract is an aromatic botanical and can contain fragrant constituents, so it may provoke sensitivity in fragrance-reactive individuals; patch testing is reasonable for those with sensitive skin. It is used at low levels in finished formulas. It is not strongly comedogenic.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, derived from the dried resin exuded by Commiphora myrrha trees.
History
Myrrh has been used since antiquity as an aromatic resin in incense, perfumery, and traditional preparations, which underlies its modern cosmetic use.
Questions everyone asks
What is myrrh resin extract used for?
It works as a skin-conditioning and mildly astringent botanical and can lend an aromatic quality to a formula.
Can myrrh extract cause sensitivity?
Because it is aromatic and resin-derived, fragrance-sensitive individuals may react, so a patch test is sensible for reactive skin.